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World AIDS Day 2025: Overcoming Disruption, Transforming the AIDS Response
Every year on December 1, the world pauses to reflect, remember, and recommit to ending one of the most significant public health challenges of our time: HIV/AIDS. World AIDS Day, first observed in 1988, is more than a date on the calendar, it’s a global movement to raise awareness, fight stigma, and honor the millions of lives affected by HIV. The iconic red ribbon, adopted in 1991, remains a universal symbol of solidarity and hope.
Dec 1, 2025
Antibiotic Awareness Week: A Call to Action for Us All
Antibiotic Awareness Week November 18-24: Why We Must Lead the Fight Against AMR Every November, healthcare professionals worldwide observe Antibiotic Awareness Week, a campaign dedicated to promoting responsible antibiotic use and combating antimicrobial resistance (AMR). This year’s theme, “Fighting Antimicrobial Resistance Takes All of Us”, underscores the critical role clinicians play in preserving the effectiveness […]
Nov 18, 2025
UNMC Infectious Diseases Shines at IDWeek 2025
Atlanta, GA | October 19–22, 2025The infectious diseases community is gathering once again for IDWeek 2025, and the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) Division of Infectious Diseases is proud to be well represented at this premier international conference. With a strong lineup of presentations, posters, and panels, UNMC ID faculty, fellows, and collaborators are […]
Oct 14, 2025
🧬 Science, Safari, and Synergy: Highlights from the 2025 NIDS Annual Meeting
The Nebraska Infectious Diseases Society (NIDS) hosted its annual meeting on Friday, August 15th, at the Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium in Omaha, bringing together infectious diseases professionals from across the state for a day of learning, collaboration, and community. Learn More…
Aug 25, 2025
The NICN and APIC NE Symposium: 45 Years of Progress: Advancing Infection Prevention and Control Together
The Nebraska Infection Control Network (NICN and) the Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC), in partnership with the Nebraska Methodist College Professional Development, are hosting the 45th Anniversary Infection Prevention Symposium on Friday August 29, 2025. Join NICN and APIC NE for an engaging and informative workshop dedicated to infection prevention and control in all healthcare settings.
Aug 22, 2025
Welcoming our New Infectious Diseases Fellows: Dr. Charlie Oertli
We are excited to welcome Dr. Charlie Oertli as a new fellow in our Infectious Diseases program! Read on to learn a little more about him. Tell us about the position you are startingI am starting as a combined adult and pediatric infectious diseases fellow at University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC). I will start […]
Aug 19, 2025
🧬 Science, Safari, and Synergy: Nebraska ID Society’s Annual Meeting is THIS FRIDAY!
The Nebraska Infectious Diseases Society (NIDS) annual meeting is this Friday, August 15th at Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium, from 8am-5pm. Join us for a day filled with insightful discussions, networking opportunities, and the latest updates in the field of infectious diseases.
Aug 12, 2025
Welcoming our New Infectious Diseases Fellows: Dr. Albert Wu
We are excited to welcome Dr. Albert Wu as a new fellow in our Infectious Diseases program! Read on to learn a little more about him
Aug 4, 2025
New Leadership transitions in UNMC ID
2025 is a year of leadership transitions for our division. At the beginning of the year, we welcomed our new Division Chief, Dr. Dave Warren, to the division. Recently a few other leadership transitions have occurred starting July 1, and we are excited to share!
Jul 28, 2025
Mid-Year Accolades! – We are so PROUD of our people!
Congratulations to members of our division for their achievements and recognitions so far this year! These are just a few of the outstanding accomplishments of our division.
Jul 21, 2025
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