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Conditions and Services Mother breastfeeding her premature baby

How to achieve successful breastfeeding with your NICU baby
Mothers who have premature babies or newborns with medical complications, may think they are not able to breastfeed. But with a little encouragement and instruction, it is very doable.
Conditions and Services Man sitting on the side of the bed with back pain

Cervical spondylosis symptoms, diagnosis and treatment
Cervical spondylosis is a common condition that results from wear and tear on the disks, joints and bones of the neck.
Patient Stories Dr. Dwayne Zobell

A heart for helping: Planned gift will help future patients
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.
Healthy Lifestyle Man holding small dumbbells

Should I exercise after a heart attack?
A structured cardiac rehabilitation program is one of the best ways to gradually and safely increase your exercise after having a heart attack.
Events and Webinars Scott Vincent, MD

May 6: Advancing Health | Talk: Back pain solutions
Gain insight into the causes of back pain and the full spectrum of treatment options available with Dr. Vincent.
Events and Webinars Ashley Korth, APRN-NP

May 1: Advancing Health | Talk: Understanding atrial fibrillation
Learn about atrial fibrillation and how it affects your heart health with nurse practitioner Ashley Korth.
Patient Stories Scan of aortic aneurysm

New aortic surgery helps high-risk 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.
Conditions and Services Older man coughing while wife pats his back

When to see a doctor for a cough
Coughs are usually harmless and can go away on their own. But how do you know when a cough is something more serious?
Patient Stories Raihanna Hartley standing with motorbike

Teen motocross champion overcomes life-threatening blood clots
In March 2023, 16-year-old Raihanna Hartley from Bruce, South Dakota, faced a life-threatening emergency when multiple blood clots traveled to her heart.
Questions and Answers Woman sitting with baby and drinking a beer

You asked, we answered: When can you breastfeed after drinking alcohol?
Question: How long after drinking can I breastfeed again? Answered by Ob/Gyn Laura Cudzilo-Kelsey, M.D.
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