Denim Day, April 29th support Survivors

SECRETARY OF STATE
April 6, 2026 11:56 am

On Denim Day, Iowans are encouraged to wear denim as a visible show of support for survivors of sexual violence. The day traces back to a 1990s court case in Italy, where a conviction was overturned based on the assumption that the victim’s tight jeans implied consent, sparking global outrage and a movement to stand with survivors and challenge harmful myths.

Private Well Stewardship Program Helps Iowans Safeguard Drinking Water

IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION
April 3, 2026 10:06 pm

Multiple workshops planned for Iowans who own private wellsOwners of private wells can connect with local experts and access funding to test their wells by attending one of several workshops being held across the state in March and April.

Researchers connect environmental issues with cancer rates in new report

IOWA CAPITAL DISPATCH
April 2, 2026 4:37 pm

By  Brooklyn DraiseyResearchers and public health experts are urging lawmakers to turn knowledge of Iowa’s cancer crisis into action, with a new report detailing Iowans’ risks of exposure to different carcinogens and offering first and future steps to mitigating dangers.

Tracking Portal Updates

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
March 30, 2026 2:28 pm

The State of Iowa has released a newly updated Tracking Portal. This includes new data for the data visualizations listed below.We have included a direct link to the webpages where the data visualizations are accessible.

Virginia Gay Hospital Achieves ACHC Accreditation with Zero Deficiencies

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
March 27, 2026 11:50 am

Virginia Gay Hospital proudly announces it has achieved accreditation through the Accreditation Commission for Health Care (ACHC) for its Sleep Program, earning this distinction with zero deficiencies.

Community Input Requested: Therapy & Wellness Services

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
March 26, 2026 6:36 pm

Community Input Requested: Therapy & Wellness ServicesVirginia Gay Hospital is gathering community feedback to explore expanding rehabilitation services in the Atkins area.

Medicaid cuts could add pressure to already-stressed psychiatric units

STATELINE
March 26, 2026 5:47 pm

Between 2023 and 2024, 126 hospitals across the US shut down their inpatient psychiatric units.By:Nada HassaneinFederal Medicaid cuts could exact a heavy toll on psychiatric units at hospitals across the country, many of which are already struggling to keep their doors open but provide essential mental health care to people who need it.

From VGH to El Salvador: Tracey Herink's Journey to Serve Others

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
March 24, 2026 1:04 pm

Watch Tracey’s Mission ExperienceAt Virginia Gay Hospital, our team members often extend their compassion far beyond the walls of our hospital. Recently, that spirit of service took Tracey Herink to El Salvador as part of a medical mission team through her church, Celebration Church, Waterloo.

2026 Cancer in Iowa report highlights cancer among Iowa's farming population

IOWA CANCER REGISTRY
March 20, 2026 1:19 pm

Download the 2026 Cancer in Iowa ReportThe Cancer in Iowa Report, published annually by the Iowa Cancer Registry, provides an overview of the current burden of cancer in the state.

National Poison Prevention Week (NPPW)

IOWA POISON CONTROL CENTER
March 19, 2026 1:22 pm

National Poison Prevention Week (NPPW)  is observed annually during the third full week of March. NPPW was established by Congress in 1961 and is dedicated to raising awareness about poison prevention and safety.