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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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LiveGreen: LED lighting changes yield impressive results
An illuminating update on the project.
Jan 5, 2021
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Maj. Gen. USAF (Ret.) Richard Evans leads NSRI
Evans is serving as interim executive director.
Jan 5, 2021
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UNMC included in med center’s vaccine allocation process
Colleagues will be notified of place in tiered schedule.
Jan 5, 2021
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AMA president to speak at Breakthrough Thinking event
Susan Bailey, MD, will speak on leadership in a time of urgency.
Jan 5, 2021
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