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Nebraskans have higher than average colon cancer rates

Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 10:29 AM CDT

By Leroy Triggs

Nebraskans have higher rates of colon cancer diagnosis than the national average.

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A Kearney nurse lost his license for being aggressive with patients.

Kearney nurse loses license

Updated: Dec. 12, 2022 at 9:42 AM CST

By KSNB Local4

The State of Nebraska has suspended the medical license of a registered nurse for being belligerent and disrespectful with colleagues and overly aggressive with patients.

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CHI Health published information about its contributions to the Grand Island and Kearney...

CHI donates $24 million in health care in Grand Island and Kearney

Updated: Dec. 8, 2022 at 3:29 PM CST

By KSNB Local4

CHI Health says it helped thousand of patients in Grand Island and Kearney pay for millions of dollars in health care during 2022 fiscal year.

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Radiation therapy is now available at Mary Lanning's Morrison Cancer Center in Grand Island.

Grand Island cancer center offers radiation therapy

Updated: Nov. 8, 2022 at 5:04 PM CST

By KSNB Local4

Radiation therapy is now available at another cancer center in Grand Island.

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Dr. Josh Conner, an Optometrist with Unity Eye Centers in Grand Island, talks about the...

Wellness Wednesday: Importance of regular eye exams

Updated: Oct. 5, 2022 at 1:46 PM CDT

By Alissa Harrington

Taking care of your eyes and getting regular exams is something many people don’t make a priority. But doctors say regular checks should be done yearly.

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The Monarch robot uses a small camera to examine the inside of a patient's lungs.

Mary Lanning robot used to catch lung disease

Updated: Jun. 23, 2022 at 3:46 PM CDT

By KSNB Local4

Doctors at Mary Lanning hospital are using a new robot which they believe will help them catch early stage lung diseases, including cancer.

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Bills creating a rural health care training program at UNK awaits Gov. Ricketts' signature.

State Senators pass UNK Rural Health Bill

Updated: Apr. 13, 2022 at 2:35 PM CDT

By KSNB Local4

Last week the legislature approved LB 1014, providing $60 million to build a new facility to train train rural health providers at the University of Nebraska-Kearney. Wednesday state senators approved money to run the program under LB 792.

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Just over two years ago no one would have ever thought about grabbing a mask before they left...

Looking back at two years of COVID-19

Updated: Mar. 17, 2022 at 7:44 PM CDT

By Kasey Mintz

Just over two years ago, no one would have ever thought about grabbing a mask before they left the house, then March 2020 hit.

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Child Tax Credits have expired, what’s next?

Updated: Jan. 7, 2022 at 4:01 PM CST

By Hailey Mach

The child tax credits are done, so we set our sights on the future

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Texas researchers developed an app to help teen moms.

Researchers develop app to save teen moms

Updated: Jul. 16, 2021 at 12:38 PM CDT

By Cal Larsen

Researchers in North Texas developed an app that can save lives of new moms, which is in response to the high number of women who die during, or after, childbirth.

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Fireworks injuries an unwelcome holiday guest

Updated: Jul. 2, 2021 at 1:23 PM CDT

By KSNB Local4

With more fireworks shows being done at home, safety is of utmost importance.

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Bringing doctors to rural areas

Updated: Jun. 18, 2021 at 12:24 PM CDT

By KSNB Local4

A Wisconsin doctor is the first of what could become many trained to serve rural areas.

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Teen who struggled with COVID-19 speaks out in support of vaccinations

Updated: May. 28, 2021 at 12:22 PM CDT

By Bianca Castro

Public health officials are encouraged by the quick pace, but there are still many parents hesitant about vaccinating their children.

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Colon cancer trends bring treatment changes

Updated: May. 21, 2021 at 1:30 PM CDT

By KSNB Local4

Younger age groups are increasingly affected by colon cancer.

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At any age, stroke awareness is crucial

Updated: May. 14, 2021 at 1:18 PM CDT

By KSNB Local4

May is Stroke Awareness Month to put emphasis on stroke awareness for all

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Group of woman break new ground for transplant surgery

Updated: Apr. 30, 2021 at 2:36 PM CDT

By KSNB Local4

A group of woman are showing that transplant surgery isn't a field for men alone.

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Checking the need for COVID-19 boosters

Updated: Apr. 2, 2021 at 1:33 PM CDT

By KSNB Local4

Research is underway to determine if COVID vaccine booster shots will be needed.

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Helpful neighbor sets vaccine appointments

Updated: Mar. 19, 2021 at 5:07 PM CDT

By KSNB Local4

While some struggle with the system, a California woman is there to help them get their COVID vaccine.

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Family Healthcast: Mysterious Adult MIS-A

Updated: Mar. 12, 2021 at 12:29 PM CST

By Alissa Harrington

A rare and mysterious illness first reported in children who have recovered from COVID-19 is now appearing in adults.

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Music aids with healing during pandemic

Updated: Mar. 5, 2021 at 1:25 PM CST

By KSNB Local4

It's a perfect pairing during the pandemic, Musicians and patients helping each other.

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Doctors seeing increase in liver disease amid pandemic

Updated: Feb. 19, 2021 at 12:27 PM CST

By Alissa Harrington

Since the pandemic shutdowns started last March, hospitals have seen an increase in patients with liver disease.

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COVID detecting mask could be on the way

Updated: Feb. 5, 2021 at 1:20 PM CST

By KSNB Local4

Engineers say a COVID detecting face mask would warn you to seek further testing.

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COVID precautions may also be holding back the flu

Updated: Jan. 29, 2021 at 1:39 PM CST

By KSNB Local4

Flu and other ailments have dropped over the past 12 months while people are being more cautious with their health

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Pandemic no reason to skip medical exams

Updated: Jan. 15, 2021 at 1:09 PM CST

By KSNB Local4

Many cancers can be prevented if detected early

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Reaching to all communities for vaccine distribution

Updated: Jan. 8, 2021 at 12:59 PM CST

By KSNB Local4

Added attention is being given to all groups, especially minorities, to make sure the COVID-19 vaccine is reaching as many people as possible.

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Two Rivers Public Health Department reports increase in COVID cases

Updated: Jan. 7, 2021 at 11:08 AM CST

By KSNB Local4

Two Rivers Public Health Department sees COVID-19 increase.

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Family Healthcast: Household COVID exposure

Updated: Nov. 20, 2020 at 12:42 PM CST

By KSNB Local4

With increasing COVID cases there’s also a greater risk someone in your home could test positive for the coronavirus.

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Veteran puts illness behind, wins championships

Updated: Nov. 6, 2020 at 1:39 PM CST

By KSNB Local4

A veteran with a rare disease is one of the top hand cycle racers in the world.

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CHI hospitals implement additional visitor restrictions

Updated: Nov. 3, 2020 at 1:30 PM CST

By KSNB Local4

CHI Health hospitals will implement additional visitation restrictions starting Wednesday, Nov. 4.

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Two Rivers Public Health Department COVID-19 case update

Updated: Nov. 2, 2020 at 11:43 AM CST

By KSNB Local4

Two Rivers Public Health Department reported new cases of COVID-19.

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CDC recommendations for safer trick-or-treating

Updated: Oct. 30, 2020 at 1:29 PM CDT

By KSNB Local4

This Halloween requires unique safety tips during the pandemic.

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Reacting to pandemic by applying to medical school

Updated: Oct. 23, 2020 at 5:24 PM CDT

By KSNB Local4

People are using the coronavirus pandemic and other social interest inspire them toward being a doctor.

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Doctors stress importance of annual breast exam

Updated: Oct. 1, 2020 at 6:22 PM CDT

By Shannon Heckt

Doctors are pushing to make sure that even with the pandemic disrupting normal life, people know breast cancer is still a big threat.

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Family Healthcast: Maternity deserts

Updated: Sep. 25, 2020 at 12:49 PM CDT

By KSNB Local4

There are areas of the country where women have limited or no access to obstetrics care before, during and after pregnancy

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Family Healthcast: Poor air quality from wildfires

Updated: Sep. 18, 2020 at 12:54 PM CDT

By Alissa Harrington

People in the western part of the country now have poor air quality to worry about, as wildfires continue to burn.

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Family Heathcast: Eating disorders during pandemic

Updated: Sep. 11, 2020 at 12:37 PM CDT

By Alissa Harrington

Eating disorders symptoms are on the rise during the pandemic.

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Special gifts to help COVID patients

Updated: Sep. 4, 2020 at 4:26 PM CDT

By Bianca Castro

It can take more than medicine to fight COVID-19. A little fun and games can help.

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Weight loss with a helper in Family Healthcast

Updated: Aug. 28, 2020 at 1:20 PM CDT

By Russ Batenhorst

Two separate studies help those looking to quit smoking or lose weight.

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Family Healthcast: Hair loss due to pandemic stress

Updated: Aug. 21, 2020 at 12:28 PM CDT

By Alissa Harrington

Some Americans are noticing hair loss due to stress from the pandemic.

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Face masks put to the test

Updated: Aug. 7, 2020 at 12:55 PM CDT

By Alissa Harrington

Experts at the University of Arkansas Little Rock put four kinds of masks to the test.

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A look at UV sanitizing machines

Updated: Jul. 31, 2020 at 12:34 PM CDT

By Alissa Harrington

The Ultraviolet Light Box claims it can kill 99 percent of germs.

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Reaching out to seniors during the pandemic

Updated: Jul. 24, 2020 at 12:48 PM CDT

Outreach programs are helping senior citizens isolated by the pandemic

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At home workout injuries

Updated: Jul. 17, 2020 at 12:52 PM CDT

By Alissa Harrington

At home workouts during the pandemic are causing more injuries.

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Looking to expand social bubbles during pandemic

Updated: Jul. 15, 2020 at 12:43 PM CDT

Your "social bubble" could be expanding as people look to do more while fighting the coronanavirus.

Vaccine rates down during pandemic

Updated: Jun. 26, 2020 at 12:55 PM CDT

By KSNB -

In our Family Healthcast, state health officials remind people not to forget regular vaccinations during pandemic.

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Grand Island Church hosts annual Christmas dinner

Updated: Dec. 25, 2019 at 8:05 PM CST

By Kelsey Dickeson

St. Paul's Lutheran Church is continuing to serve the community this Christmas with an annual tradition.

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31st Annual Governor's Agriculture Conference touts opportunity

Updated: Mar. 4, 2019 at 10:54 PM CST

By Danielle Davis

As the needs of farmers change, Governor Rickett's says legislation has to adopt various approaches to continue to meet the needs of farmers.

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Event to focus on role of nurses in mental health care

Updated: Sep. 2, 2018 at 4:24 PM CDT

By Associated Press

Recruiting more nurses to work in mental health care could help address the shortages in the field in Nebraska.

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476 people in 15 states sickened by McDonald's salad

Updated: Aug. 17, 2018 at 5:45 PM CDT

By NBC

An outbreak of intestinal illness linked to eating salads from McDonald's is widening.

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Willow Creek, Rockford lakes remain on health alert

Updated: Aug. 3, 2018 at 2:21 PM CDT

By 1011 NOW

Willow Creek Reservoir in Pierce County and Rockford Lake in Gage County remain on health alert.