Saline and silicone breast implants have the same basic purpose, but they differ in what fills them, how they feel, and how doctors check them over time. Learning the pros and cons of each can help you choose the option that best fits your body, goals, and comfort level.

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Children between 6 months and 3 years old commonly swallow small objects. Most pass through the digestive system on their own, but some require immediate medical attention.

Nebraska Medicine plastic surgeons offer some of the most advanced breast reconstruction technology available, alongside care plans tailored to each patient.

The Nebraska Medicine Sports Medicine program delivers expert care to athletes at every level across the state. The program partners with the Huskers, Union Omaha soccer, LOVB Nebraska volleyball, local high schools, and many club, youth, and other sports organizations.

Nebraska Medicine neurosurgeon Mithun Sattur, MBBS, explains what vestibular schwannomas are, the symptoms to look out for, and how treatment is tailored to each patient.

A burn can happen in seconds. Many can be treated safely at home, but knowing what to do (and what not to do) can make a difference in how your skin heals.

Protecting your heart health long-term also includes preventing infections such as the flu, COVID-19 and pneumonia. Vaccines are considered safe for most people with heart disease and are an important way to reduce the risk of severe illness.

Here’s what you need to know about when to get a tetanus shot, which injuries require a booster and why vaccination remains important throughout adulthood.

Dupuytren’s contracture affects the tissue beneath the skin of the palm. Over time, that tissue thickens and tightens, forming cords that pull one or more fingers toward the palm.