Press Release
Nebraska nurse practitioners share love for profession
The week is set aside to recognize the health professionals for their contributions to health care and the difference they make in patients’ lives.
Nov 5, 2014
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Fred Paustian, M.D., pioneering gastroenterologist at UNMC, dies at age 87
Credited with turning gastroenterology into one of UNMC’s centers of excellence
Nov 5, 2014
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UNMC College of Nursing awarded $3.2 million grant to study osteoporosis
The research study will test three treatments for improving bone strength and preventing bone loss
Nov 4, 2014
Fifth annual Bridge To Care Refugee Health Fair set for Nov. 8
Free health screenings, flu shots and health education on a variety of issues, will be provided
Nov 3, 2014
Ebola course for the general public available from UNMC, Nebraska Medicine
Provides easy-to-understand instruction and resources.
Oct 31, 2014
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Public health careers to be focus of College of Public Health open house Nov. 7
The open house will be from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the Maurer Center for Public Health, 519 S. 40th Plaza Circle.
Oct 29, 2014
Public Health Association of Nebraska names Brandon Grimm as president-elect
His election marks the first time anyone from academia has been elected to the state association’s leadership.
Oct 29, 2014
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UNMC workshop to celebrate decade of nanomedicine research at UNMC
Alexander “Sasha” Kabanov, Ph.D., D.Sc., founding director of UNMC’s CDDN, will present one of two keynote lectures
Oct 28, 2014
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Free Ebola online courses now available from UNMC, Nebraska Medicine
The downloadable courses will provide easy-to-understand instruction and resources for health care professionals, as well as the general public.
Oct 27, 2014
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Interested in being a nurse? Nursing Showcase Nov. 2 to provide insight
The event is targeted at those interested in learning about pursuing a bachelor’s degree in nursing
Oct 27, 2014
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