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COVID-19 vaccines and the myth of young, healthy adults
It’s time to debunk the myth that young, healthy adults can skip COVID-19 vaccines with zero consequences.
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PCR test recall: Can PCR tests tell the difference between COVID-19 and the flu?
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) voluntarily recalled a PCR test they'd been using. The recall was not because the polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test was inaccurate.
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Monoclonal antibodies: what they are and how to get them
People who are at risk of developing severe COVID-19 can receive monoclonal antibodies to potentially prevent their infection from progressing.
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Omaha rheumatology practice becomes part of Nebraska Medicine
Westroads Rheumatology Associates to join health network Jan. 1
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'We're tired of watching people die': the 6 stages of critical COVID-19 care
This is what I’m seeing in my COVID-19 patients, depending on the amount of oxygen assistance they need. Every patient is variable, but it’s typically a stepwise progression through these stages.
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You asked, we answered: Is it true that 80% of new COVID-19 cases are occurring in vaccinated people?
Why should someone get the vaccine when 80% of new COVID cases are in the ones already vaccinated?
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Omicron transmission: how contagious diseases spread
As of December 2021, community transmission is high or substantial in over 90% of U.S. counties. That includes Douglas and Sarpy counties.
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Skip the foot pain: 10 tips to help you buy shoes
Without the proper footwear, long days on your feet can wreak havoc. The bottom line – bad shoes can be your worst enemy. Here's how to find the right fit.
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Baby blues or something more? How to handle postpartum anxiety and depression as a new mom
Women of childbearing age have the highest rates of depression and anxiety, especially during pregnancy or postpartum.
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5 common questions about diabetes and COVID-19
If you or someone you love lives with diabetes, you may have additional concerns about how the COVID-19 virus may impact your health.
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