Start Colon Cancer Screening at 45
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), colon cancer is the fourth most common cancer in men and women. Colon cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in Nebraska as well as the United States.
Nebraska Early Dental Health Starter Pack Learning Initiative
As children grow, so does the importance of establishing routine strong oral health habits to prevent dental decay and Early Childhood Caries, an infectious disease that can lead to severe pain, language development delays, malnutrition, and loss of school days.
Support and Strength: Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Women have a one in eight chance of being diagnosed with breast cancer according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
National Immunization Awareness Month
The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services recognizes August as National Immunization Awareness Month which highlights the importance of obtaining recommended vaccinations.
March Is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) encourages all Nebraskans to join in celebrating March as Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month.
Youth Rehabilitation and Treatment Center in Lincoln (YRTC-Lincoln) Receives Perfect Score On Federal PREA Audit
Nebraska’s Youth Rehabilitation and Treatment Center in Lincoln (YRTC-Lincoln) earned a 100 percent compliance with the federal Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) audit, meeting all 43 federal standards of compliance.
Nebraska Third Graders Dental Health Status Improving
Nebraska third graders have less dental decay experience than the national average, according to the latest Nebraska Oral Health Survey of Young Children.
Smoke Advisory System Activated for 2024
Nebraska’s Smoke Advisory System has been activated for 2024.
Rural Nebraska EMS Ambulances Being Equipped With Telemedicine Technology
A new initiative is underway to help ensure access to high-quality emergency medical services in rural Nebraska.
ADRC Provides Independence For Nebraska Seniors
February is National Senior Independence Month, which provides an opportunity to celebrate older adults across the state of Nebraska and spread awareness of information and resources that are available to help support them and their independence throughout their journey.
Stay Safe During Winter Storms
As winter storm warnings have been issued for counties throughout the state, the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services urges Nebraskans to take steps to reduce risk of injury or illness.
CHI Health/Creighton Launch Long COVID Phone Line
CHI Health, in collaboration with Creighton University School of Medicine, has launched a phone line to closely examine COVID-19’s long-term effects on Nebraskans and connect patients to care. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) defines Long COVID as a wide range of new, returning, or ongoing health problems that people experience after being infected with the virus.