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Omicron variant: what it is and how to stop the spread
What we know about the omicron variant (also called B.1.1.529) is changing rapidly. But methods of COVID-19 prevention remain the same for omicron.
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Use it or lose it: 14 ways to use your FSA funds
If you have a flexible spending account (FSA), you’re probably familiar with the year-end frenzy to use those remaining dollars.
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Kearney oncology practice joins Nebraska Medicine
The partnership provides major benefits for patients in central Nebraska.
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[VIDEO] Surgery for torn meniscus gets bullfighter back in the ring
Ely Sharkey's rodeo career was halted due to injury, but with the help of Matthew Tao, MD, he's back with the bulls.
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6 constipation remedies that work (plus 3 that don't)
Feeling blocked up, cramping or bloating? We’ve all been there before. Constipation is when your bowel movements become difficult to pass or happen less frequently than usual.
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7 strange symptoms of COVID-19, including rashes, COVID toes and hair loss
Some of these symptoms are normal and similar to what we see with other types of infections, while others are not.
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Debating whether to attend that holiday gathering? 6 things to think about
Put the latest advice into action. Get six simple-to-answer questions about which events are safe and which to skip. Plus, how to decline if you’re just not ready.
Patient Stories Mercy Kaelin

'Ganas' and nutrition support helps patient regain control of her health again
Mercy Kaelin still remembers those words from her Mamá like it was yesterday. “Mercy, if you want to get something done in life, you have to have "ganas.”
Questions and Answers Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS) on laptop

You asked, we answered: Does VAERS list deaths caused by COVID-19 vaccines?
Is it true that VAERS says 3,000 people have died from the COVID-19 vaccines?
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How to choose an at-home heart rate monitor

You may have heard about the latest wearable technology that can help monitor your heart’s rate and rhythm.
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