College of Public Health

A day in the life … Adventures in biocontainment

The author recounts his observations of a recent biocontainment drill.

Aug 24, 2012

UNMC report details what Medicaid expansion would mean in Nebraska

Report says expansion of Nebraska’s Medicaid program under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) would bring in at least $2.9 billion in revenue from the federal government by 2020.

Aug 21, 2012

Some fun with the new kids

We wonder if U.S. gymnast McKayla Maroney would be impressed by our new students’ attempts to make her “silver medal” face? Also, see photos of UNMC’s newest students as they make predictions about their futures.

Aug 17, 2012

Lookin’ at U – Phyllis Robinson

This week, we learn more about Phyllis Robinson, office associate in the College of Public Health’s Center for Reducing Health Disparities.

Aug 16, 2012

Lookin’ at U – Jenelle Pomicter

This week, we learn more about Jenelle Pomicter, accountant in biostatistics, College of Public Health.

Aug 2, 2012

Uninsureds climb to record high in Nebraska

Read about a UNMC study regarding a dramatic rise in uninsured Nebraskans.

Aug 2, 2012

Susan G. Komen grants $65,000 award to train more breast cancer advocates

Susan G. Komen Nebraska Affiliate $65,000 grant will train more advocates to help women get appropriate early detection, treatment and follow-up breast cancer services.

Aug 1, 2012

Uninsureds climb to record high in Nebraska

UNMC report finds at least 217,000 Nebraskans are uninsured – more than 65 percent increase since 2000

Jul 31, 2012

Jim Stimpson, Ph.D.

UNMC to hold Youth Expression of Health workshop/teen health fair

40 youth from around the community will participate in workshop

Jul 20, 2012

Hog dust + lungs = dangerous combination

Read about a UNMC group’s investigation into lung disease caused by hog farming.

Jul 12, 2012