UNMC Today - Today's Headlines

Dr. Sarvetnick: Child immune systems may benefit from ‘more dirt’

Who said playing in the dirt isn’t good for you? Meet one mom who says young immune systems may actually benefit from exposure to dirt and even bacteria and viruses.

Oct 16, 2009

A schedule of UNMC/KETV News Watch 7 segments

A schedule of this weekend’s “Health Watch Asks, UNMC Answers” segments on KETV NewsWatch 7.

Oct 15, 2009

Students net cash in rural rotation poster contest

Ben Hanzel and Tony Macdissi each received $250 for poster presentations they created after they served rural rotations as third-year medical students.

Oct 15, 2009

Nominate that super co-worker for a Gold U award

Do you a have a co-worker or colleague at work that without whom the office would cease to run smoothly?

Oct 15, 2009

Lookin’ at U – Vicki Hamm

Quick, think of five things others should know about you. That’s the theme behind a series in UNMC Today called “Lookin’ at U.” This week, we feature Vicki Hamm, UNMC’s Graduate Medical Education Program administrator.

Oct 15, 2009

Panel discussion to focus on life with disabilities

Three people with disabilities will discuss the impact their disabilities have on their lives during a panel discussion today at noon in the College of Nursing, Cooper Auditorium.

Oct 15, 2009

Two receive iPods from UNeMed drawing

During Innovation Week 2009, UNeMed Corporation once again awarded two event participants iPod Nanos.

Oct 15, 2009

Marlene Schneider named interim chair of state counseling board

Marlene Schneider, counselor in the UNMC Faculty Employee Assistance Program, has been elected interim chairwoman of the Nebraska Alcohol and Drug Counseling Board.

Oct 14, 2009

Wellness Wednesday – HRA and wellness benefit information

All benefits-eligible employees will soon have the opportunity to complete a Health Risk Assessment (HRA).

Oct 14, 2009

Employees enjoy play as part of UNMC’s diversity series

The life of Mexican artist Frida Kahlo was portrayed in song, images and dance in “Frida Behind The Mirror” last Friday in UNMC’s Eppley Science Hall Amphitheater.

Oct 14, 2009