Wellness
Pandemic prompts guidance on emotional needs of children
UNMC pediatrician Arwa Nasir helped created AAP interim guidance.
Jan 12, 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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Next Olson Center topic: Exercising safely in winter
Wellness specialist Chelsea Lewis will lead discussion.
Jan 4, 2021
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UNO choirs send ‘thank you’ to health care workers
Derrick Fox, DMA: ‘We appreciate all of the medical professionals.’
Dec 15, 2020
![The University of Nebraska at Omaha choirs created a thank-you message for health care providers at UNMC and Nebraska Medicine.](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/UNO051820.jpg)
Take Care 101: Get enough sleep
Many Americans live sleep-deprived lives, and the pandemic may be making things worse than usual.
Dec 9, 2020
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De-Stress Week: Drive-through Maverick Food Pantry drive
Provide a donation and receive a holiday treat in return this Friday.
Dec 9, 2020
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De-Stress Week events begin today
Free breakfast, art lecture kick off events on Omaha campus.
Dec 7, 2020
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De-Stress Week events begin Monday
Week will include snacks, virtual pet therapy, yoga and more.
Dec 2, 2020
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Take Care 101: Avoid doomscrolling
Having difficulty getting away from the internet? Limit your exposure.
Dec 2, 2020
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‘Keep Calm and Cook On’ event set for Dec. 11
Virtual demonstration offers healthy cooking demonstration, nutrition information.
Nov 30, 2020
![Steven Wengel, MD](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Wengel2018112420.jpg)