Health And Fitness
COVID-19 Vaccine Schedule for August 2-6

Recovery is Possible! Overcoming Struggles and Embracing Success

August WOW (Words on Wellness) Newsletter
Attached you will find your edition of the August 2021 Words on Wellness newsletter.This edition features:* August is National Eye Month* Recipe for Chocolate Chip Zucchini Muffins* Pack a Safe Lunch* Creek WalkingClick to view
Moderna Walk in Clinic for July 26-30
A Moderna Walk-In Clinic will be available at the Virginia Gay Hospital in Vinton. Monday, July 26th, 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Wednesday, July 28th, 7:00 a.m. -1:00 p.m.Thursday, July 29th, 12:00-6:00 p.m.Friday, July 30th, 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.Cost Free.Must be 18 or olderMust be able to return the week of August 23rd - 27th for the second vaccine.Feel free to call 319-472-6460 with any questions or to make an appointment.
August NEWS (Nutrition Education with Seniors) Newsletter
Attached you will find the August NEWS (Nutrition Education with Seniors) newsletter.This edition features:* What is Gluten?* Spaghetti* FoodKeeper App to Reduce Food Waste* Free Recipe Website* Recipe for Pasta SaladClick to view
Medicare Diabetes Prevention Program to Help Prevent Type 2 Diabetes at VGH
VGH Launches Medicare Diabetes Prevention Program to Help Prevent Type 2 DiabetesNearly half of American adults aged 65 or older have prediabetes. Without weight loss or routine moderate physical activity, many of them will develop type 2 diabetes within a few years. People with prediabetes are also at higher risk of having a heart attack and stroke.
Shellsburg Big Days site for Moderna Vaccines
July 17th, from 11:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m., Benton County Public Health will be offering free Moderna COVID-19 vaccines at the Shellsburg Big Days. Look for us there! The hospital will also have free sunscreen available.
Moderna Walk in Clinic for July 13-16

Blood Drive Monday, August 9th
There will be a Blood Drive held on Monday, August 9, beginning at 9:00 a.m. and ending at 1:30 p.m. at the Vinton-Shellsburg High School located at 210 West 21st. St., Vinton.Masks and appointments are required. To schedule an appointment, contact Samantha Walton at 319-550-8882.Donors get their choice of a 1/4 zip performance pullover or a gift card AND the chance to win a $500 gift card.