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Facilities making changes to work order system
Service request system will be down today.
Jan 8, 2021
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Post-holiday COVID-19 testing Jan. 12-14, registration required
Registration now open for free COVID-19 post-holiday tests.
Jan 7, 2021
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New faculty spotlight: Furqan Khattak, MD
Dr. Khattak is an assistant professor in the UNMC Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Cardiology.
Jan 7, 2021
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Time out with T.O. – A salute to the Yanneys
Philanthropists have had huge impact on the medical center.
Jan 7, 2021
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Take care 101: Have a belly laugh
Laughter reduces blood pressure and enhances immune function.
Jan 6, 2021
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Applications for inaugural Hubbard Fellowship now open
Applications for the Claire M. Hubbard Water, Climate and Health Fellowship will be accepted through Jan. 29.
Jan 6, 2021
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Pipeline programs help students to health careers
Area Health Education Centers support pre-health professions educational programs.
Jan 6, 2021
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New faculty spotlight: Alisha Wright
Wright is an assistant professor and clinical education coordinator in the UNMC College of Allied Health Professions’ Radiography and CT Programs.
Jan 6, 2021
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UNMC launches monthly ‘Conversations for Inclusive Excellence’
First virtual event will be held Jan. 12.
Jan 6, 2021
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McLaughlin receives Gold U Award
Co-workers praise administrator’s ‘team-first’ attitude.
Jan 5, 2021
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