Health And Fitness
Efforts result in victory for Midwifery in Iowa
Kim Reynolds, Governor, announced the passing of bill HF 887: A bill for an act removing birth centers from the meaning of institutional health facility.Passage of the bill has been a long hard b... Gov. Reynolds announces ‘Healthy Kids Iowa’ summer program to feed more children
Today, Governor Kim Reynolds announced the U.S. Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Service has approved a demonstration project submitted by Iowa Health and Human Services for the state’s ...
Red Cross Blood Drive Thursday, June 6
The American Red Cross will be sponsoring its next blood drive in Vinton on Thursday, June 5th, from 12-5:00 p.m. at the Vinton Skate Center. Go to www,redcross.org/blood to sign up or call... May Words on Wellness
You will find the May 2025 Words on Wellness newsletter below.This edition features:The Link between Sleep and ObesityRecipe for Mushroom QuinoaUpdate on Food AllergiesHandle with Care: Fruits and Veg...
VINTON, IOWA DIABETES EDUCATION PROGRAM MERITS ADA RECOGNITION
The Virginia Gay Hospital diabetes self-management education program in Vinton, Iowa has been awarded continued Recognition from the American Diabetes Association. The program was originally Recognize... Benton County Suicide Prevention Coalition Meeting May 5, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.
Date: May 5, 2025 Time: 1800 Location: In person and virtualJoin Zoom Meetinghttps://us05web.zoom.us/j/7095171854?pwd=Y2oAQ7dqObFiGwa6HGzLK1qarvIjAr.1&omn=81387153670Meeting ID: 709 517 1854...
Senate approves bill requiring schools to publicize vaccine exemption info
By Robin OpsahlAny communication from schools on immunization requirements would have to include information and requirements for families seeking an exemption under a bill sent to the governor Tuesda... Chalk the Town Green May 1
Be the Reason Lives are Saved this Summer
As we enter the month of May, we’re inviting you to not only roll up your sleeve—but to bring someone new along with you. Young donors, especially high school and college students, donat... IHCA Foundation to Award More Than $100,000 in Health Care Scholarships
77 scholarships now available; applications due May 31The Iowa Health Care Association (IHCA) Foundation is offering 77 scholarships to help individuals interested in pursuing or advancing their caree...