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UNMC researchers find that needleless catheter connector valves could lead to increased bloodstream infections in hospital patients
A research team at the University of Nebraska Medical Center has determined that a common device used in hospitals around the country might put patients at greater risk for developing a bloodstream infection. The findings were reported in the June 1 issue of Clinical Infectious Diseases, a leading scientific journal. The device – a […]
May 30, 2007
Canadian university exploring partnership with UNMC
Two representatives from Quebec City, Canada’s Universite Laval visited UNMC last week to explore a possible partnership between the two institutions.
May 29, 2007
Creating an ambiance for the museum visitor
A museum’s mission varies depending on what type of museum it is. The primary goal for all museums, however, is basically the same: to educate and to entertain. Exhibit design plays a significant role in achieving this goal … Join the Durham Western Heritage Museum’s Director of Exhibit Design, Timothy Hantula for an inside look at the progression of exhibit development.
May 29, 2007
Tour to feature historic midtown churches
A tour of eight of midtown Omaha’s beautiful historic churches will be held Saturday, June 9 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. as part of an activity sponsored by Destination Midtown.
May 29, 2007
UNMC College of Dentistry to provide free dental services to Panhandle youths
Eighty students, dental faculty and staff from the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Dentistry will spend May 31 through June 2 tending to the oral health of 200 children in western Nebraska. This is the fourth year in which the dental college will travel across the state to offer dental services, at no cost, […]
May 29, 2007
Campus set for a construction-filled summer
This summer may be one of the busiest ever in terms of campus construction. That’s the word from UNMC Director for Facilities Planning and Construction Ron Schaefer.
May 25, 2007
Governor looking to fill slots on boards and commissions
Gov. Dave Heineman is looking for qualified Nebraskans to fill positions on several state boards and commissions, some of which deal with health care.
May 25, 2007
Genomics expert receives 2007 McIntyre Award
Howard Jacob, Ph.D., director of the human and molecular genetics center at the Medical College of Wisconsin, received the 2007 A. Ross McIntyre Award at UNMC on Wednesday.
May 25, 2007
Legislative bill would benefit families affected by autism
Early intervention is the key to successfully dealing with autism. Now, thanks to a bill in the Nebraska Legislature, more families may be able to get the early intervention that their child needs.
May 24, 2007
Burn prevention tips from The Nebraska Medical Center
There’s no better way to celebrate the warm weather than to barbecue outdoors, but before you fire up the grill, make sure the youngest members of your family are kept a distance away.
May 24, 2007