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- Update: 2 H1N1-Related Deaths Reported in Nebraska Friday
Health officials say two more Nebraskans who had the H1N1 virus have died.
- Johanns to Hold Town Hall Meeting on Health Care in GI
U.S. Senator Mike Johanns will be holding four more town hall meetings throughout Nebraska to talk about health care reform. The first meeting will be in Grand Island.
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- Local Students Make Video to Teach Kids Proper Hand Washing Techniques
Brother and sister movie-making duo, Alec and Rachel Weaver, both high school juniors at Lincoln Christian School created an entertaining short video that teaches kids six steps to properly wash your hands.
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- Flu Prevention Tip of the Week
Flu prevention tip of the week from Dr. Joann Schaefer, Chief Medical Officer for the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services. - American Cancer Society Marks 34th Great American Smokeout
As the official sponsor of birthdays, the American Cancer Society marks the 34th Great American Smokeout on November 19 by encouraging smokers to use the date to make a plan to quit, or to plan in advance and quit smoking that day.
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- H1N1 Vaccination Starts In Schools
The Central District Health Department says it could take weeks or even months to vaccinate just the students in their area against H1N1 due to slow manufacturing of the vaccine.
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- Midwest Hospital Performs Rare Surgery
A rare surgery performed at the University of Kansas Hospital may help a 19-year-old man have better use of a prosthetic after his arm was amputated. - Low Cholesterol May Prevent Some Prostate Cancers
A new study suggests that men may be able to lower their risk of getting the most aggressive form of prostate cancer by keeping their cholesterol in a healthy range.
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- Diabetes More Serious Than Most Realize
Survey results just released by the American Diabetes Association show Americans don't realize diabetes can kill.
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- Community Health Endowment Announces Funding Strategy
During 2009-10, the Community Health Endowment of Lincoln will make nearly $1.5 million available to improve community health in Lincoln and to achieve CHE's vision of "making Lincoln the healthiest community in the nation." - H1N1 Confirmed in Iowa Cat
The H1N1 virus has been confirmed in a cat treated at the Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine. - FDA Launches Plan to Curb Accidental Overdoses
The Food and Drug Administration is launching a program to try and prevent millions of accidental drug overdoses that occur each year due to medication errors, misuse and other problems. - House Holds Hearing on Shortage of H1N1 Vaccine
A House committee looks into the federal response to the H1N1 virus at a hearing on Capitol Hill. - Program Will Monitor Doctors' Hand-Washing
Maryland is starting to keep tabs on how often doctors and nurses wash their hands at hospitals.
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- One Dose of Flu Vaccine Working in Pregnant Women
Federal health officials say pregnant women get good results from just a single dose of swine flu vaccine, but young children still need two treatments.
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- Premature Births Worsen U.S. Infant Death Rate
A government report says the United States ranks 30th in the world in infant mortality, mainly because of premature births.
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- Tracking Influenza – Pieces of the Big Picture
How do we know whether influenza is a problem in our communities? How widespread is influenza in our schools? Are hospital admissions for influenza increasing or decreasing? Are pharmacies able to keep enough antiviral medications on hand to meet the demand? - NIH Official Vouches for Safety of Flu Vaccine
A leading government health figure says tests on millions of people who have received the H1N1 flu vaccine shows that it's safe and effective. - Study Links some Antibiotics with Birth Defects
Researchers say they've found a surprising link between some common antibiotics used to treat urinary infections and birth defects. - New Group Helps US Monitor H1N1 Shot Safety
Independent health advisers will begin monitoring the safety of the H1N1 vaccine Monday. - New Business Coalition Opposes House Health Bill
Eleven of the nation's largest business groups are airing a multimillion-dollar TV ad campaign that says the health overhaul legislation in the House would raise taxes and worsen the economy without curbing medical expenses. - Half of US Kids will get Food Stamps
A new study finds growing number of American children end up on food and that the recession is making things even worse. - Officials Report 1 More Death Tied to H1N1
Douglas County health officials say another person sickened by H1N1 has died. - Daylight Saving Time & Your Health
With the time change over the weekend, everyone got an extra hour of sleep, but the days also have gotten a lot shorter and it can affect your health.
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- ConAgra Touts Vegetables in its Manwich Sauce
ConAgra Foods is touting the nutritional aspects of its products.
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- Halloween Parade Lift the Spirits of Child with Rare Disease
Like most six year olds across the country, Emily Koesters spent her Halloween dressed up and stock piling candy. But unlike other kids, she's battling a form of dwarfism, so rare that only four people in the United States, and 42 in the world have it.
- Obama Frustrated by Delays With H1N1 Vaccine
The White House says President Barack Obama is frustrated by delays in making enough vaccine for everyone who wants protection from the swine flu.
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- American Cancer Society Recognizes Geri From as 2010 Hero of Hope
Geri From of Lincoln, and other cancer survivors and caregivers were recognized at the American Cancer Society Relay For Life Leadership Summit in Dallas, Texas, on October 9, 2009.
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- Too Fat to Kill? Florida Man Uses Weight as a Defense
A Florida man accused of killing his former son-in-law in New Jersey says he was too fat to have committed the crime.
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- Former NFL Players to Testify About Brain Injuries
Three former pro football players make their way to Capitol Hill today as a congressional hearing focuses on brain injuries suffered in the game. - Health Departments Ask For Patience As H1N1 Vaccine Production Slows
Even priority groups will have to wait even longer for the H1N1 vaccine as production continues slower than expected.
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- Children 14 & Under Restricted from Visiting Hospital Patients
Children 14 years of age and under are being restricted from visiting patients at both BryanLGH Medical Center and Saint Elizabeth Regional Medical Center to protect patients from the current widespread flu.
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- H1N1 Vaccine Outlook Improving
U.S. health officials say more than 22 million doses of H1N1 vaccine are now available, and they predict most Americans should soon find it easier to get their dose. - Americans for Prosperity-Nebraska to Continue Momentum in Health Care Debate
Some in Washington think Americans’ passion at August town halls was a fluke, but concerned citizens know better. As the details of legislation seep out of Congress, constituents are shocked at the level of government intrusion into health care and the threat of government-forced insurance backed up by fines and possible jail time. - House Leader Applauds Reid Public Option Move
Majority Leader Steny Hoyer says House leaders are pleased that Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid is including government-sponsored insurance in the Senate's health care bill. - “Project Pink” Provides an Evening Just for Women
In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the Fremont Area Medical Center is inviting women to a free evening of fun: “Project Pink: Giving Your Health the Royal Treatment."
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- H1N1 Vaccine is Arriving Slowly
Last Friday, October 23rd, the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced that the 2009 H1N1influenza vaccine is not being produced as rapidly as had been projected. - G.I. Hospital Promoting Happiness In Unique Project
Saint Francis Medical Center is the only business in the country to incorporate positive psychology in the workplace.
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- FDA Fails to Follow-Up on Unproven Drugs
Congressional investigators say the Food and Drug Administration has allowed drugs for cancer and other diseases to stay on the market even when follow-up studies showed they didn't extend patients' lives. - Ample Flu Vaccine will be Available
Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius says vaccine for the swine flu virus "is coming out the door as fast as it comes off the production line." - President Obama Signs Emergency Declaration for H1N1 Flu
In keeping with the administration’s proactive approach to H1N1 Flu, President Obama last night signed a proclamation declaring 2009-H1N1 Influenza a national emergency.
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- National Emergency Declaration Pre-Emptive Move
President Barack Obama is making what administration officials are describing as a pre-emptive move against the H1N1 flu.
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- Republicans Question Health Care Improvements
Republicans are asking voters a basic question about Democratic proposals to overhaul the nation's health care system: "Will this improve your life?"
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- Area Businesses Awarded for Efforts to Improve the Health of Employees
On October 27 from 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. at the Rococo Theatre, WorkWell and the Lincoln-Lancaster County Health Department will be recognizing businesses and individuals for exceptional progress in improving health and increasing healthy behaviors.
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- Nebraska Officials Say 3 More With Flu Have Died
Nebraska officials say three more people who had H1N1 flu have died. That brings to seven the total number of such deaths reported.
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- NU Regents Listen to Stem Cell Research Debate
The Nebraska Board of Regents listened to both sides of the argument: should NU allow its scientists to pursue extended embryonic stem cell research?
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- National Alternatives Conference to Be Held in Omaha
The 23rd annual Alternatives Conference, the only national mental health conference organized by and for mental health consumers and survivors, will be held from October 28 to November 1, 2009, at the Hilton Omaha, 1001 Cass Street, in Omaha, Nebraska.
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- Community Mental Health Center Awarded Three-Year CARF Accreditation
CARF International announced that the Community Mental Health Center of Lancaster County (CMHCLC) has been accredited for a period of three years for its Case Management/Services Coordination, Community Integration, Crisis Intervention, Crisis Stabilization, Day Treatment, Outpatient Treatment, and Residential Treatment programs.
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- Abortion Divides House Dems in Health Care Debate
The question of abortion is turning out to be a major hurdle as House Democrats try to shape their final version of a health care overhaul. - Sharing Support: Epilepsy Awareness Month
Follow one family's journey dealing with the disorder and see how Bryan LGH Medical Center is helping others navigate treatment.
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