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UNMC, health officials working to improve heat alerts in Nebraska
Record heat is sweltering across the country. After recent storms tore down tree canopies in places like Blair and Elkhorn, environmental exposure experts say they have been working to improve public health alerts in Nebraska. UNMC's Kristina Kintziger says health and weather officials need to target at-risk Nebraskans with messages about protecting their health, taking the heat more seriously, hydrating, and cooling off.
Saturday, July 20
NE farmworkers, others face heightened risks of heat, humidity
In Nebraska and across the Midwest, the combination of higher temperatures and rising humidity is making outdoor workers more susceptible to heat-related illnesses. Agricultural workers are among the most vulnerable.
Friday, May 31
Wearable technology makes the workplace safer
Technology has found its way into every nook and cranny of agriculture, including onto farmers and farm workers. Wearable devices can help keep people safe, but only if folks listen to the reminders and heed the warnings.
Wednesday, May 29
Health departments conduct needs survey in Washington County
The Three Rivers Public Health Department, University of Nebraska Medical Center and the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services are going door to door in Washington County Thursday and over the weekend.
Friday, May 17
UNMC gets federal grant to lead effort to design better response to national health disasters
UNMC officials on Thursday announced the effort to be launched with an initial $500,000 from the National Center for Disaster Medicine and Public Health, whose mission is to advance the nation’s public health readiness for disasters.
Thursday, May 9
Tractor safety training dates set
Annual tractor and equipment safety training courses for youth, to be held at eight sites across Nebraska in late May and early June, now are now open for registration.
Thursday, May 9
Public health researchers develop drought response guide
From worsening water quality to respiratory and metal health impacts, drought can have profound and widespread impacts on the health of communities across the nation. To better prepare health professionals’ response to these impacts, a UNMC College of Public Health research team recently released a guide to assist health care providers and public health officials in communicating about the health risks of drought with their patients and communities.
Wednesday, May 8
If many dairy farm workers contract H5N1, we risk a pandemic
Failure to shield farm workers could allow the virus to become a greater threat. UNMC EAOH's Lauren Sauer weighs in.
Tuesday, May 7
UNMC College of Public Health's Dr. John Lowe details the risks of contracting E. Coli from contaminated Omaha meat packing plant.
Tuesday, April 23
Deal with back pain on the farm
According to one study, 75% of livestock workers reported muscle or skeletal pain in at least one part of their body over a one-month period, with the majority indicating that they had back pain.
Friday, April 19
Sarah was the first author on “Exploring wearable technology use and importance of health monitoring in the hazardous occupations of first responders and professional drivers” published in the Journal of Occupational Health. Sarah was also a Poster Competition Winner and Presentation Excellence Award recipient at the 2023 ASABE Annual International Meeting. Tucker is featured on page 31.
Wednesday, April 17
It is hard to believe that it is time for a "tick talk" already. Just as warmer spring weather has us spending more time in our pastures and fields, disease-transmitting tick nymphs are emerging and actively looking for hosts to feed on.
Friday, March 22
Creating a culture of safety in your feedyard
Safety is important. We all know that, but cattle feedyards can be dangerous places to work. In addition to working with cattle, which can be unpredictable, workers use horses and tractors; machinery in the feed mill; trucks, all-terrain and utility-task vehicles and other vehicles; and are exposed to challenging weather conditions.
Monday, February 12
Do you flush with the lid open or closed? When it comes to germs, it might not matter
Just like the great debate over which way the toilet paper roll goes, there is a similar spat over flushing: lid open or closed? Scientists, including UNMC COPH's Matthew Nonnenmann, have weighed in with their own woeful conclusion: Neither is a solution to stopping the spread of dangerous germs.
Thursday, January 25
How technology can save your life on the farm
From autonomous and precision equipment to sophisticated data analytics, many farmers and ranchers have adopted new technologies that have significantly improved the efficiency and productivity of their operations.
Friday, January 19
Stay safe during calving season
A rancher’s workday is unpredictable, but one thing that you can count on is that the first calf of the year will be born during the worst winter storm of the season.
Wednesday, January 3
