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The Irish in American — part 4 of 4
In honor of St. Patrick’s Day, UNMC Today has highlighted the life and times of Irish Americans. The four-part series ends today with two Irish Americans, whose contributions influenced women’s rights and medicine.
Mar 15, 2002
New report available on health status of Nebraskans; Nebraska leads nation in critical access hospitals
Nebraska leads the nation when it comes to the number of critical access hospitals designated hospitals that receive federal funds to strengthen rural health. This and other information is available in The Nebraska Health Information Project: 2001 Databook, the latest report on the health status of Nebraskans. Of 570 hospitals with critical access hospital designation, […]
Mar 15, 2002
22 UNMC Students Will Participate in Medical Mission to Jamaica During Spring Break
On March 16-23, members of the University of Nebraska Medical Centers Student Alliance for Global Health (SAGH) will journey to Jamaica for their annual medical mission. The six days at Falmouth will provide a unique experience for 22 students to serve one of the poorest communities in the Western Hemisphere. The small health clinic in […]
Mar 15, 2002
Honky Tonk Tailgate Party Tour to be Featured at 2002 Cattlemen’s Ball near Valparaiso
The Honky Tonk Tailgate Party Tour, a package concert tour featuring three country music artists, will be featured at the fifth annual Cattlemens Ball of Nebraska. The ball will be held June 1 at the Benes Cattle Company located 25 miles northwest of Lincoln near Highway 79 and the town of Valparaiso. The Honky Tonk […]
Mar 15, 2002
13 UNMC Students Will Split Medical Duties at Two Sioux Indian Reservations
Two groups from the University of Nebraska Medical Center’s Student Alliance for Global Health (SAGH) will spend spring break serving the health needs of South Dakota Sioux Indian communities. From March 17-23, nine students from the College of Medicine and four from the Physician Assistant Education program will stay at the Rosebud Lakota Sioux and […]
Mar 15, 2002
The Irish in American — part 3 of 4
In honor of St. Patrick’s Day, UNMC Today is highlighting the life and times of Irish Americans. The four-part series continues today with a look at how the Irish helped build America’s transportation system.
Mar 14, 2002
The Irish in American — part 2 of 4
In honor of St. Patrick’s Day, UNMC Today is highlighting the life and times of Irish Americans. The four-part series continues today with a look at the challenges faced by Irish immigrants.
Mar 13, 2002
The Irish in America — part 1 of 4
In honor of St. Patrick’s Day, UNMC Today will highlight the life and times of Irish Americans. The four-part series kicks off today with their involvement in the Civil War.
Mar 12, 2002
22 UNMC students will participate in medical mission to Jamaica
On March 16-23, members of UNMC’s Student Alliance for Global Health (SAGH) will journey to Jamaica for their annual medical mission. The six days at Falmouth will provide a unique experience for 22 students to serve one of the poorest communities in the Western Hemisphere.
Mar 11, 2002
Nine UNMC students to spend spring break on medical mission to Nicaragua
Nine UNMC students, including seven from the College of Medicine, one from the Physician Assistant Education program and one from the College of Nursing, will spend March 16-23 in Nicaragua. The students will participate in community public health activities in impoverished neighborhoods in Managua, the capital city, under the auspices of the physicians of Los Chavalitos Maternal-Child Health Clinic.
Mar 11, 2002