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Tips to Stay Safe on 4th of July

About 10,000 fireworks-related injuries happen every year in the U.S., often leaving permanent damage to the eyes, hands and face. Jessica Summers, MD, medical director of the Burn Intensive Care Unit at Nebraska Medicine, offers safety tips on how to prevent burns and other injuries this 4th of July. Watch this video to learn safety tips


 

Uncovering Common Myths About Suntans, Sunburns and Skin Cancer

Are tanning beds safer than the sun? Should you pre-tan before going on a beach vacation? Is suntanning safe as long as you don't burn? There is plenty of misinformation surrounding sunburns, suntans and skin cancer. Find out the answers to these common questions and more when you take this short quiz


 

Sinus Surgery Provides Immediate Relief

Kylee Tessman struggled with sinus issues for several years. After medication and a balloon sinuplasty failed to help, Tessman and her mom turned to our ear, nose and throat (ENT) experts. Just five days later, Tessman underwent outpatient surgery at Village Pointe and is on the road to recovery. Watch more of her story.


 

What You Need to Know About the Zika Virus

With summer in full swing and mosquitoes out in abundance, the Zika virus may be on your mind. Nebraska Medicine infectious disease specialist Mark Rupp, MD, and maternal fetal medicine specialist Teresa Berg, MD, discuss the risk and what you can do to protect yourself. Learn more about the Zika virus.


 

Clinical Trial Aims to Prevent Bone Loss

Millions of Americans suffer from osteoporosis or thinning bones. It can cause fractures to the hips, spine and wrists and painful spinal fractures. Osteoporosis can also be debilitating and even fatal. The University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) is signing up participants to take part in a research study to determine the best way to prevent or delay the development of osteoporosis. Learn more about the study.


 

Vegetable Lo Mein

This dish is packed full of fresh veggies and has a great flavor! Be creative and add your own favorite vegetables. Get the recipe here


 

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