New mothers face serious health risks in the weeks after giving birth. Nebraska Medicine is launching a new program in January 2026 to help keep women safe during this critical time.
Cardiomyopathy is a disease of the heart muscle. Unlike problems with heart rhythm (electrical issues) or blocked arteries (blood flow issues), cardiomyopathy affects how the muscle itself works.
We may not think about the shape of our nails too often. But sometimes, they can reveal what’s happening inside our bodies. One nail change that doctors recommend watching closely is something called nail clubbing.
If your legs ache and swell by the end of the day, you might have chronic venous insufficiency (CVI). Understanding this common condition is the first step toward finding relief.
Dwayne Zobell, DDS, has been connected to UNMC and Nebraska Medicine for over 40 years. He is now making a planned gift to support future dental students and transplant patients.
For years, William Kvasnicka knew he had a problem with his aorta. A dangerous bulge, called an aneurysm, was slowly growing larger. If it burst, it could be fatal.
