In March 2024, Gina Marchio embarked on an insightful journey through genetic screening. Marchio hoped to learn what her DNA could tell her about her future health.
When Pattie Wojtkiewicz started experiencing back pain in early 2017, she brushed it off as a muscle issue. But after persistent prodding from a close friend, Wojtkiewicz finally saw a physician assistant – a decision that would ultimately save her life.
When the Nebraska Medicine Blood and Bone Marrow Transplant Program celebrated its 40th anniversary in 2023, Bruce Sheffield, MD, was there. Dr. Sheffield is one of the thousands of patients who have benefitted from the program’s success.
Question: Is it safe to have sex when you have multiple myeloma and bone lesions in your pelvic bones? Answered by hematology oncologist and multiple myeloma specialist Tanya Wildes, MD.
A class act. A true professional. The nicest person you'd ever want to meet. Those are just a few of the ways people describe the voice of the Huskers, Greg Sharpe. Even in the face of a pancreatic cancer diagnosis, he's taken the time to share his thoughts on the care he's received.
Question: Are my freckles a sign my SPF isn’t working? Are they signs of sun damage? I’ve always thought they were just genetic. Answered by board-certified dermatologist Jesse Hirner, MD.
Turmeric is a spice that adds a golden color and flavor to many dishes like curry or soup. It contains a powerful compound, curcumin, which may improve health. One claim suggests turmeric prevents cancer. But is there enough evidence to support that claim?
Genetic testing has become an increasingly important tool in health care, offering insights into our risk for certain conditions and guiding treatment decisions.
