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UNMC to offer FallProof! class for seniors

Falls the leading cause of injury and death for those over 65

May 24, 2012

Dr. Lydiatt’s ‘ape-typical’ follow-up visit

The assignment itself was straightforward: Attend the press conference for the gorilla who was recently treated at The Nebraska Medical Center. Which brought to mind a few questions: Gorillas have press conferences? What might the gorilla say? Would the gorilla have a better rapport with the media than some prominent public figures?

May 18, 2012

Two UNMC faculty members assume national posts

Learn about the key national posts that will be filled by College of Pharmacy’s Gary Yee, Pharm.D., and the College of Medicine’s Tom Tape, M.D.

May 17, 2012

UNMC chancellor advises Nebraska Wesleyan graduates

UNMC Chancellor Harold M. Maurer, M.D., took to the podium this past weekend to encourage Nebraska Wesleyan University graduates to seek new opportunities and then have the courage to pursue them.

May 15, 2012

Public health series starts Saturday, will raise awareness of women, girls’ heal

The series, open to the public, encourages women to engage in honest discussions about their health.

May 11, 2012

UNMC Board of Counselors welcomes new members, names officers

The UNMC Board of Counselors is a group of 62 community and business leaders from across the state that advises UNMC Chancellor Harold M. Maurer, M.D., on health care issues of importance.

May 7, 2012

Dr. Ally is on the air

It’s 9 a.m. in the on-air studios at radio station KFOR in Lincoln, and already callers are lining up to talk to Dr. Ally Dering-Anderson.

Apr 30, 2012

Four to be honored for service to UNMC, Nebraska

Four individuals will be honored for their extraordinary service during the University of Nebraska Medical Center’s May 5 commencement ceremony in Omaha.

Apr 30, 2012

Interdisciplinary program uses art to teach deep lessons

Read about a special art program at UNMC that helps students and residents of a homeless shelter work together to foster healing and understanding.

Apr 26, 2012

Governor approves ‘Healthier Nebraska’ funds

Construction of a cancer research tower on the UNMC Omaha campus, a nursing and allied health education center in Kearney and a veterinary diagnostic center in Lincoln will receive state support thanks to budget bills signed Monday by Gov. Dave Heineman.

Apr 3, 2012