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H1N1 FluMist available for priority groups, more on the way
The Nebraska Medical Center has received its initial shipment of the novel H1N1 influenza vaccine. The first shipment is extremely limited and will be distributed to reach the high-risk target population stipulated by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Oct 7, 2009
Wellness Wednesday — Name changes and the UNMC system
Name changes don’t happen very often and typically are associated with major life changes. Here is information to help the process goes smoothly.
Oct 7, 2009
UNMC Off the Clock – Jim Temme … chili champ
For most, chili season is around the corner. But, for Jim Temme it’s a year round passion.
Oct 6, 2009
Live United ’09 — Nebraska AIDS Project a crucial player in HIV/AIDS care
The Nebraska AIDS Project and the UNMC HIV Clinic work hand-in-hand to care for the region’s HIV/AIDS patients.
Oct 6, 2009
Dr. Mueller honored for interim dean tenure
In the spring of 2008, Chancellor Harold M. Maurer, M.D., asked a departing Jay Noren, M.D., who should serve as the College of Public Health’s Interim Dean. “He said, ‘Keith Mueller (Ph.D.) is the best person for the job.’ He was right,” Dr. Maurer said Wednesday at a reception to honor Dr. Mueller for his service as interim dean.
Oct 6, 2009
U.S. Ag Secretary praises UNMC’s teledentistry efforts
Teledentistry took center stage Sept. 28, when U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack stopped by the Community Action Partnership of Western Nebraska (CAPWN) in Gering, Neb.
Oct 6, 2009
College of Public Health adds 10 new faculty members
UNMC’s newest college continues to grow rapidly and move toward accreditation.
Oct 6, 2009
Omaha co-sponsors Bi-National Health Week activities
Omaha health providers and social service agencies have launched efforts to improve the health and well-being of underserved Latinos as part of the annual Bi-National Health Week, which runs Oct. 3-15.
Oct 5, 2009
A note about sidewalks and construction sites
Some campus sidewalks have been closed as a part of the construction of the College of Public Health and a College of Nursing building. This has resulted in people walking in the street instead of crossing the street and using the sidewalk on the other side of the street.
Oct 5, 2009