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As end of COVID emergency nears, local doctor reflects, …

WEBOMAHA, Neb.—. With the country ending its COVID-19 public health emergency Thursday, the government will no longer pay for COVID vaccines, tests and …

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"It's not forever, but it's for the best," Dr. Huse requests a

WEBDr. Lindsey Huse, Health Director of the Douglas County Health Department (DCHD), is requesting a temporary mask mandate from the Department of …

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May is Mental Health Awareness Month: Here's what you …

WEBMay is Mental Health Awareness Month, and as the COVID-19 pandemic has been going on a "twin pandemic" emerged. This twin pandemic is mental health, …

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NHA: Patients are experiencing longer hospital stays as …

WEBOMAHA, Neb. (KPTM) — Patients are experiencing longer hospital stays because nursing homes don't have enough staff to safely host more patients, according …

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Celebrate those in healthcare for healthcare workers …

WEBA pandemic, a shortage of workers lots of sick people and feeling underappreciated are just some of the things that have those in healthcare stressed out. …

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Medical professionals see a rise in flu tests and positive …

WEBOMAHA, Neb. (FOX 42 KPTM) — We all know this season brings in cold weather and the flu but this winter season the number of flu cases has medical …

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Children's Hospital and Medical Center seeks aluminum …

WEBOMAHA, Neb. (FOX42KPTM) - At Children's Hospital and Medical Center, Dr. Melissa St. Germain says COVID-19 has been an exhausting battle. "It has been …

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New interactive map shows restaurant sanitation and …

WEBThe Douglas County Health Department (DCHD) unveiled a new interactive map on their website, according to a press release from DCHD. The map shows …

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Nebraska hospitals facing financial hardships to try to …

WEBOMAHA, Neb. (KPTM) — Nebraska hospitals are facing financial hardships, and they are planning to try to pass new legislation to help, according to healthcare …

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Report: Minority groups less likely to have access to mental

WEBLINCOLN, Neb. (FOX42 KPTM) — While enjoying a hot summer, don't forget to include self-care in the schedule. July is National Minority Mental Health Awareness …

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Local physician shares toy safety tips

WEB(Omaha,Neb.) — Christmas is just a few days away and many children are ready to play with new toys they will receive. Family Physician Jamie Vitamvas at Think …

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Downtown drive-thru COVID vaccine clinic closed after 'repeated …

WEBOMAHA, Neb. (FOX 42 KPTM) — "Repeated vandalism" forced the Douglas County Health Department to close its downtown drive-thru clinic. It opened in Lot D at …

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STI Awareness Week in Douglas County: Themes, scheduling …

WEBOMAHA, Neb. (KPTM) — STI Awareness Week runs from April 9 through April 15, according to a press release from Douglas County Health Department (DCHD). …

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Local doctor speaks on daylight saving time affects on your sleep

WEBOMAHA, Neb. (KPTM) - The days will be getting longer next week as Nebraskans set their clocks forward for daylight saving time; but with this change, sleep …

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Study finds one habit can significantly lower your odds of

WEBFox 42 News KPTM provides coverage of local and national news, weather, sports and community events in Omaha, Nebraska and the surrounding area, including Lincoln, …

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Cinco de Mayo festival will have health care screenings

WEBWed, May 3rd 2023 at 10:32 PM. Cinco de Mayo celebrations in Omaha will include available health screenings. (Omaha, Neb.) — Omaha’s Cinco de Mayo festival will …

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Douglas County will provide STI outreach clinics for STI

WEB(Omaha, Neb.) — This in National STI Awareness Month, and it is an especially important time for Douglas County. “Unfortunately, here in Douglas County …

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