Health And Fitness

 Today, Governor Kim Reynolds joined with state health and safety officials to warn Iowans about the growing threat of illicit fentanyl and counterfeit pills laced with fentanyl.  Counterfeit pills laced with fentanyl are increasingly being found in Iowa communities. In 2021, the Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation’s Criminalistics Laboratory analyzed 17,163 fentanyl pills disguised as prescription drugs.

Q&A: 988 Suicide Prevention LifelineWith U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley Q: What is 988? A: President Trump signed into law a nationwide three-digit number for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline to simplify access to this life-saving resource. Starting July 16, Iowans experiencing a mental health emergency may dial 9-8-8 to reach a trained crisis counselor for assistance.

You have what it takes flowing in your veins. It only takes an hour to save three local lives. You never know whose life you might save! Schedule an appointment with us at an upcoming blood drive in our area by clicking the link below.Virginia Gay Hospital and Vinton CommunityWednesday, July 27, 202212:30 pm - 04:30 pmVirginia Gay Hospital-Clinic Conference Room502 N 9th AveVinton, IA 52349It's easy to schedule, click here!Thank you for being a contributor to your community!If you have been told previously by LifeServe Blood Center or another blood center that you should never donate blood, please disregard this message.

Attached below you will find your edition of the July 2022 Words on Wellness newsletter. This edition features:·    Age Related Macular Degeneration·    Recipe for Fruit and Greens with Orange Dressing·    Keep your Picnic Safe·    Immune Boosting Adaptogen Check out upcoming human sciences events on the calendar -- https://www.

DONORS WILL BOOST LOCAL BLOOD SUPPLY AND CAST VOTES FOR THEIR FAVORITE FIRST RESPONDER GROUP  The local and national blood supply is dangerously low, and LifeServe Blood Center is asking for help from community members. LifeServe is partnering with local first responders across its entire service region for this year’s Battle of the Badges blood drive.

As a quilter, you are always looking for someone or something to donate to. Recently a group of quilters and friends from Janesville, Wisconsin came across a need for port pillows. I had no idea what these were or what they were used for. They are placed near a port that has been placed for chemo or dialysis treatment while wearing a seatbelt so it won’t rub.

Attached below you will find the July NEWS (Nutrition Education with Seniors) newsletter.This edition features:·    Complementing Plant Based Proteins·    Dry Great Northern Beans·    Buying in Bulk·    Cooking Dried Beans in a Slow Cooker·    G

Fresh Conversations provided by Iowa State University Extension are scheduled to be held on July 14 and August 11 and September 8 at the Vinton Public Library. The event will begin at 11:00Fresh Conversations is a FREE nutrition and physical education program for ages 60+. The program offers practical tips and sensible solutions to everyday problems that get in the way of doing what most people want to do: eat well and live well!Fresh Conversations is also an opportunity to connect with other adults for a friendly group discussion!More information can be found at this link.

Events for the Peer Recovery Zone are held at 800 D Ave. at the Social Service Building on Wednesdays from 9:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. You are welcome to come and go throughout the day or stay all day if you'd like. Bring a snack and/or drink, participants must be 18 years or older. Peer Support Centers help to create a safe, caring and inclusive safe space where adults can connect with others who share similar life experiences.

Mars Wrigley Confectionery US, LLC has voluntarily recalled specific varieties of SKITTLES" Gummies, STARBURST" Gummies, and LIFE SAVERS" Gummies due to the potential presence of a very thin metal strand embedded in the gummies or loose in the bag.SKITTLES - Recall Number F-1357-2022" Gummies " Original " Wild Berry " Sour " Original 5.8oz, 2.93oz, 12oz " Wild Berry - 5.