Dentist alleged to be ‘harmful to the public' ordered to remedial training

IOWA CAPITAL DISPATCH
May 15, 2025 11:47 am

By Clark KauffmanA Linn County dentist charged with practicing dentistry in a manner that is harmful to the public has been ordered to undergo remedial training.

Today We Celebrate Our DAISY Award Nominees and Our DAISY Awardee!

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
May 15, 2025 10:58 am

Please join us in recognizing these extraordinary team members for their compassion, dedication, and outstanding patient care. We are proud to honor the following individuals as this year’s DAISY Award winner and nominees.

Break the Stigma with BCSPC and Chalk the Walk May 15

BCSPC
May 14, 2025 8:08 pm

As part of May being Mental Health Awareness month, the Benton County Suicide Prevention Coalition would like to invite you to an event to help "Break the Stigma.

D.C. Dispatch: Iowa delegation discuss measures on maternal health, Medicaid

IOWA CAPITAL DISPATCH
May 12, 2025 12:21 pm

By Robin OpsahlMembers of Iowa’s federal delegation have introduced multiple measures related to health care, weighing in on Medicaid coverage and maternal care options.

Efforts result in victory for Midwifery in Iowa

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
May 12, 2025 12:06 pm

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.

Gov. Reynolds announces ‘Healthy Kids Iowa' summer program to feed more children

IOWA GOVERNOR'S OFFICE
May 8, 2025 9:52 pm

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 own summer food pilot program.

Red Cross Blood Drive Thursday, June 6

AMERICAN RED CROSS
May 6, 2025 3:51 pm

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.

May Words on Wellness

IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION
May 6, 2025 3:51 pm

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 Vegetables Check out upcoming health and human sciences events on the calendar -- https://www.

VINTON, IOWA DIABETES EDUCATION PROGRAM MERITS ADA RECOGNITION

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
May 6, 2025 12:20 pm

The Virginia Gay Hospital diabetes self-management education program in Vinton, Iowa has been awarded continued Recognition from the American Diabetes Association.

Benton County Suicide Prevention Coalition Meeting May 5, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.

BCSPC
May 4, 2025 7:49 pm

Date: May 5, 2025  Time: 1800 Location: In person and virtualJoin Zoom Meetinghttps://us05web.zoom.us/j/7095171854?pwd=Y2oAQ7dqObFiGwa6HGzLK1qarvIjAr.