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Respiratory virus cases on the rise in Lincoln

WEBThe Lincoln-Lancaster County Health Department said Tuesday that it has seen recent increases in COVID-19 and influenza activity, while respiratory syncytial …

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Bryan Health unveils new $45M cancer center in south Lincoln

WEBApr 4, 2024. Loaded 0%. -. Bryan Health's new $45 million April Sampson Cancer Center features a 140,000-square-foot facility, providing cancer patients in Lincoln with a one …

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TestNebraska operator opens COVID-19 test sites in Lincoln, Omaha

WEBThe company that ran the TestNebraska program has opened its own COVID-19 testing sites in Omaha and soon will open one in Lincoln. Nomi Health, which …

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Bryan Health to name $45 million center for cancer patient

WEBBryan Health officials said Tuesday that its comprehensive center for cancer services under construction in south Lincoln will be named in honor of a Lincoln woman …

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'The bigger pandemic' — Nebraska is in a mental health crisis, but …

WEBNearly 1 in 5 Nebraskans has a diagnosable mental health or substance use disorder, a number some experts say may grow in the wake of the COVID-19 …

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Lincoln VA clinic moving from former hospital to new building

WEBOne night, the VA will close the clinic in the old building, now referred to as the “legacy building," and the next working day the 250 employees will open the doors to …

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People's City Mission opens free clinic

WEBThe People's Health Center, 1021 N. 27th St., provides free and sliding scale care, but the earliest a new patient can see a doctor is October, Executive Director …

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Bryan’s new cancer center to change treatment in Lincoln

WEBThe $45 million, 140,000-square-foot April Sampson Cancer Center located near 40th Street and Rokeby Road is set to open in March.

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Health Matters: How can Nebraskans lower their health costs

WEBWith health care costs continuing to rise, Nebraskans, their employers, governments and many providers are looking for ways to save consumers money. …

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Lincoln doctor opens membership-based, insurance-free practice

WEBNancy Hicks. Dr. Todd Johnson of Lincoln is a modern-day pioneer, starting the first membership-based, insurance-free medical practice in Nebraska. Access Family …

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COVID, other respiratory illnesses surging in Lincoln

WEBAccording to the Lincoln-Lancaster County Health Department, the county recorded 342 COVID-19 cases the week before Christmas, the highest weekly number …

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Health Matters: Fewer COVID cases, but Nebraska hospitals are …

WEBSarah Vieth, a house supervisor, works to manage the minute-to-minute puzzle of what beds are available at Bryan East Campus. Bryan Health set its all-time …

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Health Department issues health advisory for smoke

WEBThe Lincoln-Lancaster County Health Department issued a health advisory Wednesday for smoke from burning north of Nebraska City that may reach unhealthy …

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Bill curbs Lincoln health dept's authority to issue mandates

WEBNebraska senator renews bid to curb Lincoln health department's authority to issue mandates. Andrew Wegley. Jan 10, 2024. It's been nearly two years since local …

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Power to regulate gender-affirming care in Nebraska is in one …

WEBJun 29, 2023. When Nebraska lawmakers passed restrictions on gender-affirming medical care into law, they turned power to — and placed a spotlight on — Dr. Timothy Tesmer, …

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Nebraska auditor: HHS likely mishandled millions of dollars

WEBAn annual audit of Nebraska's state agencies suggests the Department of Health and Human Services likely mishandled tens of millions of state and federal …

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Former CHI Health CEO taking job in Louisiana

WEBFeb 27, 2024. A former CHI Health CEO is taking a new job in Louisiana. E.J. Kuiper, who most recently was at the helm of the regional arm of CommonSpirit Health that includes …

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Renovated nursing dorm, philosophy of wellness to help …

WEBIn November 2018, a divided Lancaster County Board approved the sale of the building at 2202 S. 11th St. to CenterPointe for $400,000, with an agreement that the agency will …

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Nebraska officials urge more openness, discussion of mental …

WEBLocal officials are hoping a recent partnership between 911 emergency services and 988 mental health services will increase awareness and discussion of …

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