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11 concussion signs and symptoms and where to seek help
Neuropsychologist Kate Higgins, PsyD, ABPP-CN and athletic trainer Rusty McKune, ATC, treat concussions regularly. Here they share what to watch for and when to get help.
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The difference between insulin resistance and prediabetes
Prediabetes and insulin resistance – you may have heard the terms used together. But what are they and do they mean the same thing?
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Is a skin care routine necessary, and should products be applied in a specific order? A dermatologist weighs in
Have you ever found yourself standing in the skin care aisle staring at the sheer number of products and wondering what to choose? Many of us have.
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You asked, we answered: What is insulin resistance?
What is insulin resistance? If I produce insulin then why do I have to take diabetes medication?
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Forbes names Nebraska Medicine one of the best employers in Nebraska for 4th straight year
Among the best for the fourth year, thanks to you. We were recognized by Forbes as one of the top ten best employers in Nebraska in 2022.
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Celebrating five years of the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center: A look back
The Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center marked its fifth anniversary in June 2022. Cancer team leaders share their thoughts and reflections around what this building and, more importantly the people within it, have meant to them.
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Are vasectomies reversible? 7 common questions (and answers) about vasectomy reversal
seven common questions patients have about vasectomy reversal
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What causes hemorrhoids, and when should you see a doctor?
If you’re experiencing discomfort in your anal area, one of the first things that come to mind for many of us is hemorrhoids.
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You asked, we answered: Should I do at-home self breast exams?
While self-breast exams are no longer necessary, mammograms are essential to women's health.
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Diarrhea: What causes it, how to treat it at home, and when to see a doctor
There are several things that can cause diarrhea. Most of the time, diarrhea is simply your gut's way of getting rid of a harmful invader, like a bacteria or virus.
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