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Jeff Delaney, MD, named chief of pediatric cardiology
A faculty member since 2008, Dr. Delaney is credited for his talent as a physician, leadership and academic accomplishments.
Dec 7, 2021
![Jeff Delaney, MD, division chief of pediatric cardiology at UNMC and the Theodore F. Hubbard, MD, Endowed Chair in Pediatric Cardiology.](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Delaney1207212.jpg)
MLK Day celebration will be held virtually Jan. 17
Event will include presentation of med center’s first Unsung Hero Award; nominations being sought.
Dec 7, 2021
![Cheryl Logan, EdD, has served as superintendent of the Omaha Public Schools since 2018.](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/Logan0201.jpg)
Take a break during De-Stress Week
Stress-free activities are available during busy week for faculty, staff and students.
Dec 6, 2021
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New approach to aid inpatients suffering from opioid misuse
A new order set in One Chart complements a range of important efforts to better serve patients who battle addiction.
Dec 6, 2021
![Alëna Balasanova, MD, director of addiction psychiatry education and an assistant professor in the UNMC Department of Psychiatry](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Balasanova2_1206211.jpg)
Omicron variant: Prevention steps remain the same
The latest coronavirus variant has been found in the United States and in Nebraska. But you can take steps to slow the spread.
Dec 6, 2021
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Aquatics programs expand at new MMI pool area
New swim lessons, therapeutic programs being offered at the Munroe-Meyer Institute.
Dec 6, 2021
![A double-basin pool and splash park are part of the upgrades at the Munroe-Meyer Institute's new building.](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/MMIAquatics1202211.jpg)
Employee giving: There’s still time to give
Donations will be accepted until Friday, Dec. 10.
Dec 3, 2021
![](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Giving110421.jpg)
A UNeMed promotion, a UNeTech opportunity and other UNMC news.
Dec 3, 2021
![AJ Crawford, PhD](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/AJCrawford1203211.jpg)
UNMC for the holidays: Chancellor’s ‘cookies to go’ next Thursday
Cookies to go again this year, and COVID-19 precautions remain in place.
Dec 3, 2021
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UNMC for the holidays: Holiday Skate Day next Friday
Skate to holiday tunes, enjoy hot chocolate, and the first 100 guests get a gift.
Dec 3, 2021
![Holiday Skate Day will run from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/HolidaySkate120321.jpeg)