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Iowa HHS Announces Intent to Award Dental Services Contracts

On August 15, 2025, the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced the intent to award contracts to Delta Dental of Iowa and DentaQuest USA Insurance Company, Inc.
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Hey Summer Crush, Call me maybe

So, you think there’s a chance with your summer crush? These days, taking a relationship to the next level is nearly impossible without connecting through an app or with a text.
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Mindful Movement September Schedule

Join us for Mindful Movement with Kellie! This event is for kids, and a parental waiver is required. Email kroberts@vintonia.gov for more in
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Direct Care Compassion Captured in Personal Stories

"Our stories will put a face on our compassion and celebrate the value of the direct care we provide."                                                                                                                         Fran Mancl, CNA, DSP Iowa CareGivers just launched a new landing page on their website to collect and share stories from Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs), Home Care and Hospice Aides (HCAs), Direct Support Professionals (DSPs), and other direct care workers as well as family caregivers.
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2025 National Conference on Domestic Violence October 27-29, 2025

We're thrilled to announce that the full agenda for the 2025 Conference is here! Over three powerful days together, you will have six in-depth intensives to choose from, inspiring keynotes, and seven breakout blocks, featuring a total of 55 available sessions designed to spark new ideas, deepen your skills, and strengthen your connections.
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Let Benton County Health help you prepare to go back to school

Benton County Public Health will be hosting a back-to-school week event starting next Monday. We'll have a variety of resources and information for families available, including local activities & clubs, school resources, mental & physical health resources, family resources, etc.
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Vinton Public Library hosts the Memory Cafe Aug. 8

Individuals living with dementia, along with their caregivers, are invited to join the VPL Memory Cafe. We enjoy coffee and freshly baked cookies in our library board room.

Words on Wellness for August

Attached you will find your edition of the August 2025 Words on Wellness newsletter. This edition features:Cutting Board BasicsRecipe for Scrambled Egg MuffinsFreezing Your Food: Saving Money and Reducing Waste!Mindful Movement Practices For more information and upcoming health and human sciences events, check out our website!https://www.

Advancing Diabetes Prevention Statewide Program

Prediabetes and Diabetes in Iowa Prediabetes affects nearly 1 in 3 adults in Iowa, a condition that significantly increases the risk of developing type 2 diabetes and related health complications.
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