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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

United Way campaign kicks off today

The 2009 UNMC United Way campaign starts today.

Oct 5, 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

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