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Addressing health disparities through the annual "Lot-to-Know" Block Party

The annual Lot-to-Know Block Party is hosted by Clair Memorial United Methodist Church in partnership with the North Omaha Community Care Council and the UNMC Center for Reducing Health Disparities.

May 27, 2024

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UNMC study gauges health disparities in the pandemic

A UNMC national study designed to gauge the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on health disparities in the United States has resulted in at least 10 peer-reviewed publications since its initiation in 2020, with more in the review process.

September 11, 2022

Dejun Su, PhD, director of the UNMC Center for Reducing Health Disparities

Awards/Features

Fred & Eve Simon Public Health “Impact” Prize

LaTrese Rideout, MA received the Simon Impact Prize for exemplifying excellence in programmatic support which positively impacts the COPH or Nebraska communities.

November 13, 2024

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Latinx Educator of the Year Award

Dr. Athena Ramos was recognized with the 2024 "Latinx Educator of the Year Award" by the Metro Young Latino Professionals Association.

October 25, 2024

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