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A staff member at YRTC Hastings, Lincoln, NE, has been suspended after a routine check revealed inappropriate notes on a youth's desk. DHHS reported the findings to law enforcement and the child abuse hotline. The agency prioritizes the safety of youths and is conducting an investigation before further comments.

The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services and the Panhandle Public Health District are addressing a potential rabies infection-related death and taking preventive measures. They are identifying and offering post-exposure prophylaxis to individuals at risk. Rabies is preventable through vaccinations for pets and avoiding contact with wild animals. For more information, contact Panhandle Public Health District at 308-487-3600 or email kengel@pphd.ne.gov.

Lincoln – In August, Summer Sun Safety Month is the time of year when people spend more time outdoors....

Lincoln, Neb. – On April 21, 2022, the CDC released a Health Alert Network (HAN) Advisory (https://emergency.cdc.gov/han/2022/han00462.asp) describing a cluster...

Lincoln - A Panhandle mosquito trap site recently collected mosquitoes that tested positive for West Nile virus. These are the...

LINCOLN – The first Nebraska death related to severe lung disease associated with e-cigarettes or vaping has been reported...