VGH: Iowa's new privatized Medicaid and our patients

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
November 16, 2015 6:05 pm

We think it is important for our patients, members of our community, and those whose loved ones receive Medicaid support to be aware of recent plans to change Iowa’s Medicaid program.

Two Iowa deaths from influenza: Iowa among three states with most flu activity

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
November 16, 2015 12:28 pm

With the deaths of two middle-aged males reported today by the Iowa Department of Public Health, Virginia Gay Hospital and Clinics want to remind our communities that influenza is deadly and flu vaccines are still available.

Health care professionals share Medicaid MCO concerns with legislators

VINTON TODAY
November 16, 2015 10:46 am

Nearly 20 area health care providers gathered last Thursday at the Van Horne Community Center to discuss with State Rep. Dawn Pettengill and State Sen.

Virginia Gay highlights veterans John and Bertha Pohlmann

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
November 10, 2015 10:35 am

John Pohlmann, known for his good humor and kindness, seems an unlikely volunteer for the Marine Corps during one of America’s most deadly conflicts; the Korean War.

December WOW Newsletter

BENTON COUNTY EXTENSION
November 9, 2015 12:09 pm

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National Survivors of Suicide Day

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
November 9, 2015 9:25 am

November 22nd is National Survivors of Suicide Day; a day to take stock of the emotional cost of suicide by remembering and comforting those who are still with us but who have lost a loved one, a dear friend, or a fond acquaintance to suicide.

Mumps alert from the University of Iowa

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
November 6, 2015 1:37 pm

Since July more than 100 cases of mumps have occurred at the University of Iowa and the numbers have been increasing in recent weeks. Cases are primarily occurring in undergraduate students.

Breast Cancer Survivors to meet November 9th

JANET WOODHOUSE
November 4, 2015 10:24 am

Breast Cancer Survivors  Please note change of meeting date! We will meet Monday, November 9 at 5:30 p.m. for dinner and conversation at Windsor Manor in the dining room.

Indoor Walking Available aat the Vinton Skate & Activity Center

VINTON PARKS & RECREATION
November 4, 2015 10:21 am

Mondays through Friday   November through February   8 AM – 9 AM at the Vinton Skate & Activity Center. By popular demand, we are now at 5 days a week at the Skate Center for indoor walking.

Kapucian and Pettengill to Host a Provider Managed Care Meeting

STATE REPRESENTATIVE, DAWN PETTENGILL
November 2, 2015 7:41 pm

State Senator Tim Kapucian of Keystone and State Representative Dawn Pettengill of Mt. Auburn will host a managed care meeting for health providers of House District 75 on November 12th in Van Horne.