Press Release
Panelists address mental health challenges faced by health care students
Tend to be among the worst at seeking help from mental health professionals
Jan 15, 2013

Public invited to free educational sessions on chronic kidney disease
Free classes on kidney disease start the second Tuesday of each month beginning Feb. 11
Jan 14, 2013
Olson Center hires new clinic manager
Mitzi Johnson has been named the new clinic manager for the Olson Center for Women’s Health at the University of Nebraska Medical Center. Johnson worked in the medical center’s OB/GYN Clinic from 1995 to 2004 before leaving to work in the health care technology industry. Since 2008, she has served as clinic manager for the […]
Jan 14, 2013
Fewer minorities get screened for colorectal cancer
A new study conducted in the Center for Health Policy at the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Public Health has determined that racial and ethnic minorities are less likely to be screened for colorectal cancer in the United States. The study, which analyzed data from across the country between 2000 and 2005, was […]
Jan 11, 2013
Third annual UNMC Skate-a-thon to raise funds for Parkinson’s research
Previous two UNMC Skate-a-thons have raised total of $91,000
Jan 10, 2013

UNMC-based organization accredits cell transplant programs in Asia/South America
Hospital in Singapore, Brazil receive accreditation, reflects high standards for patients
Jan 9, 2013
New smartphone app helps children with autism communicate better
MySocius app uses naturalistic teaching methods, supplements care of health professionals
Jan 7, 2013

John W. Ewing, Jr., to headline MLK event at UNMC/The Nebraska Medical Center
Jan. 21 speech in Storz Pavilion of Clarkson Tower is free and open to the public
Jan 4, 2013

Jan. 8 Omaha Science Cafe to explore science outside of traditional classroom
Tackling the challenge of teaching evidence-based medicine will be the next topic of the Omaha Science Cafe on Jan. 8 at 7 p.m., at the Slowdown, 729 N. 14th St.
Jan 3, 2013
UNMC public ice skating rink extends hours over the holidays
The rink features concessions, music and seasonal decorations.
Dec 21, 2012