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Librarian blogs about cancer experiences
Teri Hartman knows how to find information on all types of diseases for visitors of the McGoogan Library of Medicine. Now she’s immersed in her own research. Hartman, head of education and assistant professor of the McGoogan Library of Medicine, has been diagnosed with adenoid cystic carcinoma, a rare and unpredictable form of cancer found mostly in the head and neck.
Aug 15, 2006
Kyle Meyer named associate dean for UNMC School of Allied Health Professions
Kyle Meyer has been named associate dean of the School of Allied Health Professions, which is part of the College of Medicine at the University of Nebraska Medical Center. He succeeds Mary Haven, who retired last month after serving as associate dean of the SAHP for the past 11 years. Meyer has served as […]
Aug 15, 2006
Regents extend resident tuition eligibility to state’s veterans
Veterans of all branches of the U.S. armed services will be eligible to attend the University of Nebraska at in-state (resident) tuition rates under an amendment to the university’s tuition policy approved by the Board of Regents on July 28.
Aug 15, 2006
UNMC researcher presents at international conference
A pilot study, conducted by UNMC researcher Dr. Susan Swindells, is the first to show that select patients infected with HIV can maintain complete viral suppression when they switch from standard triple-drug therapy to single-drug therapy.
Aug 14, 2006
Deadline today for Omaha Corporate Cup
Today is the deadline to register for this year’s Omaha Corporate Cup and join thousands of walkers and runners Sept. 17. The 26th annual event benefits the American Lung Association.
Aug 14, 2006
Swarts named interim assistant vice chancellor
Keith Swarts has been appointed interim assistant vice chancellor for UNMC Business and Finance Services effective today. He will continue to serve as director of business services.
Aug 14, 2006
Block party at UNMC will showcase Midtown businesses on Aug. 26
Destination Midtown is throwing a party – a block party – from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Aug. 26 to highlight the vast array of fine merchants, restaurants and service providers doing business in midtown Omaha. The inaugural Destination Midtown Block Party will showcase more than 20 merchants and restaurateurs in display booths […]
Aug 14, 2006
UNMC physician is member of team that develops new Online Antivenom Index to speed antidote delivery for snakebites
A venomous snakebite can create a life-threatening situation. Often, the proper treatment requires the use of a specific antidote, called an antivenom, and the speed with which it can be obtained and administered can mean the difference between life and death. Approximately 3,000 native and 50 non-native (exotic) bites from venomous snakes are reported to […]
Aug 14, 2006
Hospital opens new medical records building
The Nebraska Medical Center has opened a new 32,000 square-foot, state-of-the-art medical records facility at 103rd & Crown Point Ave., just west of I-680. An open house and ribbon-cutting ceremony is planned for Sunday, Aug. 13 from 1 to 3 p.m.
Aug 11, 2006
Dr. Kanmogne honored for HIV/AIDS research
Georgette Kanmogne, Ph.D., has two passions: family and research. Last month, those passions came together as Dr. Kanmogne’s family watched her receive the 2006 Nicholas Badami Fellowship Award for Excellence in HIV/AIDS research.
Aug 11, 2006