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Can weight loss reduce your risk of cancer?
Recent studies show bariatric surgery can help.
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Considering breast augmentation? Here are the latest updates
Breast augmentation is one of the most popular cosmetic surgeries, but there are many misconceptions about the procedure.
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Can concussions be permanent?
Hitting your head isn’t a good thing. The brain is good at healing itself, but take steps to protect yourself.
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Why are RSV cases rising? 8 RSV symptoms and when to get help
This year we’ve experienced a significant surge in respiratory illnesses in children across the United States. In Nebraska, cases of respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV, began spiking in mid-September.
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You asked, we answered: Can I get the flu shot at the same time as the COVID-19 vaccine?
Can I get the flu shot at the same time as the COVID-19 vaccine? 
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Gestational diabetes: How it affects your baby, what to eat and 7 other common questions
When a woman develops diabetes during her pregnancy, it’s called gestational diabetes. 
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Are flu cases rising in Nebraska? What to expect for the 2022 season
Cases of influenza (the flu) are rising in Nebraska and all over the country. Before COVID-19, the flu season would typically peak in January or February. This season, flu cases are rising earlier than typical and growing rapidly. 
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Numbness or tingling in your hands? You might have degenerative cervical myelopathy
Degenerative cervical myelopathy is the leading cause of spinal cord impairment in adults, affecting nearly 1 in 10 individuals at some point in their lives.
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Strep throat, tonsillitis, and other throat conditions: How to know if tonsil removal is right for you
Often considered a rite of passage for many children, tonsil removal can also be helpful for adults with reoccurring throat and tonsil issues. Read on to find out if it’s right for you.
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Is geriatric pregnancy high risk?

If you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy over age 35, you may have many questions or concerns about pregnancy and childbirth.
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