Health And Fitness
Red Cross Blood Drive Thursday, June 6
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.org/blood to sign up or call... May Words on Wellness
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 Veg...
VINTON, IOWA DIABETES EDUCATION PROGRAM MERITS ADA RECOGNITION
The Virginia Gay Hospital diabetes self-management education program in Vinton, Iowa has been awarded continued Recognition from the American Diabetes Association. The program was originally Recognize... Benton County Suicide Prevention Coalition Meeting May 5, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.
Date: May 5, 2025 Time: 1800 Location: In person and virtualJoin Zoom Meetinghttps://us05web.zoom.us/j/7095171854?pwd=Y2oAQ7dqObFiGwa6HGzLK1qarvIjAr.1&omn=81387153670Meeting ID: 709 517 1854...
Senate approves bill requiring schools to publicize vaccine exemption info
By Robin OpsahlAny communication from schools on immunization requirements would have to include information and requirements for families seeking an exemption under a bill sent to the governor Tuesda... Chalk the Town Green May 1
Be the Reason Lives are Saved this Summer
As we enter the month of May, we’re inviting you to not only roll up your sleeve—but to bring someone new along with you. Young donors, especially high school and college students, donat... IHCA Foundation to Award More Than $100,000 in Health Care Scholarships
77 scholarships now available; applications due May 31The Iowa Health Care Association (IHCA) Foundation is offering 77 scholarships to help individuals interested in pursuing or advancing their caree...
LIFESERVE BLOOD CENTER HOSTS FIREFIGHTER APPRECIATION BLOOD DRIVES
LifeServe Blood Center is asking community members to
show their support for local firefighters this May in conjunction with International Firefighters’
Day observed annually on May 4th.
LifeS...
Lifeserve Blood Center Encourages Donors to Give the Gift of Life at VGH
Donating blood isn’t just about saving lives, it’s
also about improving yours. By giving the gift of life, you can enjoy a range of personal health
benefits (reduced risk of heart disease, imp...