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Diabetic diet: Dos, don'ts and meal plans to try
If you have diabetes or are pre-diabetic, your doctor may have talked to you about your diet.
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Mastectomies and nipples: What are the options for breast reconstruction?
Most breast reconstruction options restore breast appearance, but not sensation. That’s where nipple nerve reconstruction comes in.
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Plan B and ella® morning after pills: How they work, common side effects and when each expires

There are two types of emergency contraceptive pills.
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How IUDs work, the different types and what to expect during and after insertion

IUDs may be a good choice for women who are seeking out a reliable, low maintenance form of birth control.
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Heat exhaustion and heat stroke in children: Symptoms and prevention
When the temperatures rise, knowing how to spot the signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke is critical to children's health and safety.
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68,767 lives changed in 5 years: How Nebraska Medicine researchers and clinicians are redefining the cancer fight
The Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center just turned five. Read on to see the exciting new therapies, procedures and clinical trials available today at the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center.
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Tennis elbow, ACL tear, sprained ankle and more: 6 common sports injuries and how to treat them
Summer brings warm weather, making it a great time for outdoor activities like running, swimming, golfing and playing team sports. The uptick in outdoor activities also makes summer the perfect storm for sports injuries.
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Are the recent hepatitis cases in kids associated with COVID-19 or the COVID-19 vaccine?
You may have seen recent media coverage about nine children in Nebraska who fell ill with hepatitis.
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Are at-home food sensitivity tests accurate?
Food allergies have been on the rise for the past several decades. This has some people turning to online food sensitivity testing to determine if they are a victim of a food allergy. But is this the best route to take and how accurate are these tests?
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6 ways to reduce your cancer risk
Fighting cancer is no small feat. Nebraska Medicine has multiple teams all working toward the same goal: to improve the health of the community and catch cancer before it gains a foothold.
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