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Omaha doctor says hantavirus risk far lower than COVID-19
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - As new reports about hantavirus make headlines worldwide, a local infectious disease expert is putting the risk into perspective for Nebraskans. Dr. Kelly Cawcutt with Nebraska Medicine said the worry is spreading faster than the disease. “It is incredibly reminiscent I think for the general public...
The Oklahoma City Sentinel
ilumin Eye Care Center Offers Same-Day Bilateral Cataract Surgery in Omaha, Nebraska
Omaha, Nebraska - May 05, 2026 - PRESSADVANTAGE - ilumin Eye Care Center, an ophthalmology practice located in Omaha, Nebraska, offers same-day bilateral cataract surgery, also known as immediately sequential bilateral cataract surgery or ISBCS, to patients across the greater Omaha metro area. The practice's board-certified ophthalmologists perform bilateral cataract procedures in accordance with safety protocols from the International Society of Bilateral Cataract Surgeons. A recent educational article published by the practice, " Is Same-Day Cataract Surgery on Both Eyes Safe in Omaha? ", reviews the clinical research on ISBCS safety and refractive outcomes and describes the surgical protocols ilumin Eye Care Center follows when performing both procedures on the same day. Patients throughout Omaha, Council Bluffs, Bellevue, and Papillion seeking cataract surgery have access to same-day bilateral procedures at ilumin Eye Care Center. Dr. Peter Simone and Dr. Brandon Menke, both board-certified ophthalmologists at the practice, perform bilateral cataract surgery in a QUADA Class A accredited surgery suite in Omaha, treating each eye as a fully independent surgical procedure. The protocol requires separate sterile instrument sets, drapes, gloves, and gowns for each eye, with pharmaceutical agents including antibiotics, dilating drops, and anesthetics sourced from different manufacturer lot numbers to
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‘You can’t, as a human being, just turn those people away’: Medicaid patients can’t find open dentists.
When Alicia Dieckhoff’s 7-year-old son cracked his tooth in February and cried in pain, she wanted to take him to a dentist. When Dieckhoff had her own aching tooth infection, she wanted to go to the dentist. But none of the dentists Dieckhoff has contacted will see her. Or...
kmaland.com
The Red Oak Rehab and Care Center recognizing National Nursing Home Week
(Red Oak) - The Red Oak Rehab and Care Center will celebrate National Nursing Home Week from May 10–16 with a series of activities for residents and staff, culminating in a community open house and bingo event. Administrator Cheryl Runyan came on KMA's Talk of the Town and tell...
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Harlan Municipal Utilities Board votes to retain fluoride in water supply
HARLAN — In a meeting held Thursday, March 26, the Harlan Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees voted to continue adding fluoride to the city’s water supply. The decision followed a thorough discussion and public input from both residents and health officials. In January 2026, the board introduced and...
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CRHC adds new pulmonary specialist
(Clarinda) -- The Clarinda Regional Health Center has added a new pulmonary specialist to its team. CRHC officials announced Thursday that Dr. Samiran Patel will join the hospital's specialist team beginning May 14th, 2026. Officials say Patel brings more than 15 years of experience in pulmonary and critical care medicine, providing expert care for patients with a wide range of respiratory and complex medical conditions with a clinic background in both inpatient and outpatient care, as well as experience in telemedicine and critical care settings.
KSNB Local4
Lack of mental health care facilities in Omaha area comes to light
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - The tragic death of an Omaha woman with a history of mental health brings to light the lack of health care facilities in the metro area, especially for people who need extended care. “There’s some really challenging mental health conditions that really need someone to give...
Western Iowa Today
Cass Health Named Top 20 Critical Access Hospital for Sixth Consecutive Year
(Atlantic) Cass Health in Atlantic, Iowa has once again been named one of the Top 20 Critical Access Hospitals (CAH) for Overall Performance in the country. This milestone is a unique feat — Cass Health is the only CAH to have received this award for six consecutive years. The...
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From California Pharmacy to California Tacos & More
From California Pharmacy to California Tacos & More, the building at the intersection of 33rd and California has served as the anchor of the Gifford Park neighborhood for more than a century. Built by the Bogard family, they were among the first Belgian settlers to land in Omaha. Remi Vanden...
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Lack of mental health care facilities in Omaha area comes to light
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - The tragic death of an Omaha woman with a history of mental health brings to light the lack of health care facilities in the metro area, especially for people who need extended care. “There’s some really challenging mental health conditions that really need someone to give...
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Lack of mental health care facilities in Omaha area comes to light
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - The tragic death of an Omaha woman with a history of mental health brings to light the lack of health care facilities in the metro area, especially for people who need extended care. “There’s some really challenging mental health conditions that really need someone to give...
Western Iowa Today
Regional Water issues Boil Advisory for eastern part of their system
(Exira) Regional Water, in coordination with the Iowa DNR, has issued a boil advisory for the eastern part of their system. Officials say the break occurred on a 10-inch main line serving customers in Service Areas 4 and 7. Crews identified the damaged section and shut down the line between those service areas to begin repairs.
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UNMC and Nebraska Medicine are leaders in the emerging field of Neurohospital Medicine
The University of Nebraska Medical Center is home to the largest and most comprehensive academic neurohospitalist program in the region. In fact, the UNMC Department of Neurological Sciences was the birthplace of the region’s first neurohospitalist program in 2014. Since then, the program has developed into its own division of 9 physicians and APPs leading 24/7/365 neurologic care of hospitalized and emergency room patients through 3 comprehensive inpatient services. Through the inpatient General Neurology Service and Stroke Service, the Neurohospitalists are able to impact thousands of patient’s lives within our own hospital. Through the Tele-Neurology Service, they provide specialized neurologic care for patients in smaller hospitals throughout the region.
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Red Oak council hears update on EMS funding options
(Red Oak) -- Red Oak officials are receiving pushback from some neighboring communities over a proposal to have other cities contribute to Red Oak's emergency medical services. At its regular meeting Monday evening, the Red Oak City Council received an update from City Administrator Lisa Kotter on talks with surrounding...