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6 tips for dealing with IBD flare-ups
While you may not be able to prevent flare-ups completely, there are some proactive things you can do to cope.
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11 common IBD symptoms and how to manage them
Receiving an inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) diagnosis and dealing with ongoing symptoms can be overwhelming.
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Need help with your medical bills? Meet virtually with a financial counselor

Unexpected medical expenses can be a financial burden. If you think you might have difficulty paying your Nebraska Medicine bill, we can help.
Conditions and Services [Q&A] Are we hurting our own immune systems with masks?

[Q&A] Are we hurting our own immune systems with masks?
[VIDEO] Q&A: Are we hurting our own immune systems by wearing masks and sanitizing our hands?
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[INFOGRAPHICS] Vaccines prevent COVID-19 hospitalizations
Even though the delta variant is much more contagious than previous variants, the COVID-19 vaccines are preventing hospitalizations and death.
Conditions and Services Pediatric Patients Currently Hospitalized with Confirmed COVID-19 United States 9/17/20 - 9/4/21

Why is this COVID-19 wave causing more hospitalized kids?
The delta variant is hospitalizing more children than previous waves of COVID-19.
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Is dry scooping dangerous? Get the facts
Beware of TikTok of trends. A young woman experienced a heart attack after “dry scooping.” Cardiologist John Higgins, MD, describes what large amounts of caffeine do to the heart and red flags to look for if you do dry scoop.
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Third booster doses of COVID-19 vaccines available for immunocompromised
Immunocompromised people who received the Pfizer or Moderna COVID-19 vaccine at least 28 days ago can now schedule a third dose with us.
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Don't treat COVID-19 with ivermectin
Taking ivermectin, commonly used as a horse dewormer, for COVID-19 is a bad idea. Some people have needed hospitalization after self-medicating with ivermectin intended for horses.
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When and where to get tested for COVID-19
Where and when to get tested for COVID-19 in the fall of 2021.
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