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The confirmation hearing for Nebraskas incoming chief medical officer centered primarily around the officials role in a new law restricting access to gender-affirming care for transgender youth.

Gov. Jim Pillen on Tuesday named Dr. Timothy Tesmer of Lincoln as the states next chief medical officer, effective March 27.

Pillen Appoints New CME For NE

Gov. Jim Pillen has selected a private practice doctor from Lincoln to serve at Nebraska's next chief medical ...

Republican Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen has appointed Dr. Timothy Tesmer, a private practice ear, nose and throat specialist, as the state's next chief medical officer.

Within months of being appointed Nebraskas chief medical officer, Dr. Gary Anthone found himself in the midst of a pandemic.

Media Contacts: Alex Reuss, 402-471-1970 Justin Pinkerman, 402-471-1967 Media Release: Gov. Ricketts Honors 2022 Recipients of the Governor’s Wellness Award From Left to Right: Brian Hastings, President & CEO of the University of Nebraska Foundation; Dr. Gary Anthone, State of Nebraska Director of Public Health & Chief Medical Officer; Megan Reese, Community Resource

The data reported by public health agencies in Nebraska has ebbed and flowed over the course of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Right now, the Lincoln-Lancaster County Health Department can issue a directed health measure without the approval of the Department of Health and Human Services.  This new bill would change that. 

OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — COVID-19 hospitalizations and cases continue to plummet in Nebraska...