COVID-19

Investment would better prepare state for disasters

The Global Center for Health Security, a national voice on biopreparedness, looks to step up Nebraska’s preparations for the next disaster.

Feb 18, 2022

Shelly Schwedhelm, executive director of emergency management and clinical operations at the Global Center for Health Security, addresses a press conference in February 2020 about the emerging coronavirus pandemic. At left is James Lawler, MD, executive director of international programs and innovation for the GCHS. (Kent Sievers/UNMC)

From social media: Dr. Lawler on airborne transmission

The UNMC Global Center for Health Security keeps the community updated on the latest in the pandemic.

Feb 17, 2022

Dr. Gold is chamber’s Volunteer of the Year

Chancellor is recognized for his leadership and commitment to public safety in helping the business community throughout the pandemic.

Feb 16, 2022

UNMC Chancellor Jeffrey P. Gold, MD

Leaders applaud, recognize campus COVID-19 efforts

Chancellor Jeffrey P. Gold, MD: “I’m honored and proud to work alongside each of you.” Here’s a chance to offer your own kudos.

Feb 14, 2022

Chancellor Jeffrey P. Gold, MD

From social media: Dr. Lawler provides mask facts

The UNMC Global Center for Health Security keeps the community updated on the latest in the pandemic.

Feb 10, 2022

Public health teams with UNL for new dual degree

UNMC and UNL College of Architecture offering Master of Community and Regional Planning and Master of Public Health dual degree.

Feb 9, 2022

Nicole Kolm-Valdivia, director of professional programs with UNMC College of Public Health

Nebraska Medicine crisis operations end today

As COVID-19 admissions drop, it appears the health system is no longer at risk of overwhelming its COVID isolation capacity.

Feb 7, 2022

Chancellor talks campus updates and COVID-19

NU Regents considering demolition contract, streetcar is on track and campus leaders still cautious on the pandemic.

Feb 7, 2022

Jane Meza, PhD, interim executive director for health security for UNMC, and UNMC Chancellor Jeffrey P. Gold, MD

Reminder: Chancellor’s forum is today

Virtual event at noon will feature UNMC Chancellor Jeffrey P. Gold, MD, and Jane Meza, PhD, interim executive director for health security.

Feb 3, 2022

Jane Meza, PhD, interim executive director for health security for UNMC, and UNMC Chancellor Jeffrey P. Gold, MD

UNMC monitors BA.2 variant

Mark Rupp, MD, advises to watch the data but says for now it’s too soon to know if the subvariant will make an impact.

Feb 1, 2022