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Tribute sculpture depicts human caring
The Tribute to Caregivers Plaza will be dedicated with a ceremony open to employees and the community Tuesday, May 23, at 1 p.m. Learn more about artist John Lajba’s bronze sculpture that will sit in the plaza on the east side of the Hixson Lied Center.
May 22, 2006
Forums scheduled for Wednesday, Thursday
Salary pool increases, health insurance, employee training and development programs, and a new online employee handbook will be among the topics discussed at two forums for faculty and employees this week. See story for details.
May 22, 2006
Researchers: Nitric oxide linked to neurodegenerative disorders
In an article published this month in The Journal of Neuroscience, a research team from the UNMC College of Dentistry has determined that nitric oxide plays a damaging role in the development of Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, multiple sclerosis and other neurodegenerative disorders.
May 19, 2006
Dr. Kabanov to chair NIH study section
Alexander Kabanov, Ph.D., is honored to have been appointed chairman of a National Institutes of Health study section.
May 19, 2006
Music as Medicine series finishes second year
The second year of the “Music as Medicine” series wrapped up on a high note. Thursday’s final performance capped a year filled with various musical styles from classical to jazz.
May 19, 2006
Diabetic soldier returns from Iraq, inspires others
Mark Thompson is on a mission. He wants to inspire other diabetics that if they manage the disease, they can lead an active, full life and, hopefully, be free from complications. Thompson, 29, should know. In 2000, he was diagnosed with Type I (insulin dependent) diabetes.
May 19, 2006
Seniors battle through chemistry, calculus and cancer
Each year the UNMC Pediatric Oncology Department receives a handful of high school graduation invitations. Each is a story of triumph – a fragile balance of academics and medical appointments. This year was no different – until the pediatric oncology team realized they had not three or four, but 14 on their desk addressed to “our UNMC family.”
May 18, 2006
Forums to address health disparities, Latino health issues
To address the issue of health disparities and the health care needs of the Latino population, the UNMC Center for Continuing Education is hosting two conferences this month. The first, “Eliminating Health Disparities,” looks at the role cultural competency plays in reducing health disparities in the minority population. The second conference, “Latino Health Issues for Primary Care Providers,” looks at achieving better health outcomes.
May 18, 2006
Flag displays are labor of love
Celebrating all those who have dedicated their careers to caring for the sick and injured is the emphasis of the Tribute to Caregivers Plaza. The plaza will be on the east side of the Hixson Lied Center, just south of Clarkson Tower. Learn more about the flagpole project.
May 17, 2006
Statewide HIV/AIDS conference set for today
Health care providers in greater Nebraska will have the opportunity to learn the latest treatment information for HIV/AIDS at a statewide conference today.
May 17, 2006