Health And Fitness
Grand Re-opening Open House at VGH Clinic in Van Horne June 6
Rita Taylor-Stewart, PA-C, and the staff of the The Virginia Gay Clinic in Van Horne will celebrate the grand re-opening of the clinic which includes a new lab, exam rooms, nurses station, waiting room, restrooms, storage, parking lot, total remodel of the current structure etc.
The event begins this Friday, June 6, at 12:30 p.m. VGH administrator will welcome the guests, followed by a tour and refreshments.
Preventing Norovirus Outbreaks: Food service has a key role
-About 20 million people get sick from norovirus each year, most from close contact with infected people or by eating contaminated food.
-Norovirus is the leading cause of disease outbreaks from contaminated food in the US.
-Infected food workers cause about 70% of reported norovirus outbreaks from contaminated food.
Norovirus often gets attention for outbreaks on cruise ships, but those account for only about 1% of all reported norovirus outbreaks.
Blastball begins!
Blastball began on Tuesday, as the Vinton Parks and Rec Department's Brad Barker and helpers began teaching children the fundamentals of throwing, catching and hitting a ball, as well as basic warm-up exercises and stretches.
The program continues through the end of the month.
See more details HERE.
See more photos of the first day of Blastball HERE. Measles: Make Sure Your Child Is Fully Immunized
Measles is a highly contagious disease. It can be serious for young children. Protect your child by making sure he or she is up to date on vaccinations, including before traveling abroad.
Measles is a highly contagious disease caused by a virus. Measles starts with a fever. Soon after, it causes a cough, runny nose, and red eyes. Then a rash of tiny, red spots breaks out.
First-timers join area fitness regulars in completing Pigman Triathlon
Kelly Allsup’s fitness friends at Kettlebell Advantage may have something to say about the large bowl of fudge-topped ice cream she ate Sunday afternoon.
But after swimming a half-kilometer, riding her bicycle 25K and then running another 5K, Allsup has earned the right to celebrate – and indulge – a bit, says trainer Mark Erickson. Walk/Run for Free Women's Health Services
You're Invited to the 2nd annual Party in Pink 5K Walk/Run (Friday, June 27th) in Vinton. All proceeds go to support the Gifts of Hope program, free women’s health services, at Virginia Gay Hospital and Clinics. The 5k event welcomes runners who count on accurate timing, but also the PIP 5k is for friends and family members who want to help raise money for an important program, plus it’s a lot of fun!
NEW in 2014 - CHIPPED TIMING! Accurate timing via Trekman Racing. Americans Are Walking More to Improve Their Health
Improve your health by increasing your physical activity. Start with walking more as part of your daily routine.
Most everyone knows that physical activity is important for good health, but not enough actually do it. Obstacles abound, not the least of which is limited time. Fitting regular physical activity into your daily schedule may seem difficult at first, but the 2008 Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans are more flexible than ever, giving you the freedom to reach your physical activity goals through different kinds of activities.
How problem gambling affects more young Iowa adults
The Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) has released two studies focused on gambling attitudes and behaviors among Iowa adolescents and college students, and a third study on problem gambling treatment outcomes.
The Iowa Youth Survey 2012: Problem Gambling Questions Report, prepared by the Iowa Consortium for Substance Abuse Research and Evaluation at the University of Iowa, reviewed gambling attitudes and behaviors among Iowa’s 6th, 8th, and 11th graders.
It's Time for an Annual Check-Up!
It's time to take charge of your health! Schedule an appointment with your Virginia Gay Hospital and Clinics health care provider for your annual check-up/physical exam.
Student Physicals - Avoid the last minute rush for athletic physicals, camp physicals, etc. and schedule your examination now. If you have any physical forms that need to be filled out please bring those to your annual exam appointment.
Memorial Day Weekend Kicks off Outdoor Adventures
Remember to protect against bug-borne diseases
The long Memorial Day weekend often includes outdoor activities. The Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) encourages Iowans to enjoy the many opportunities to be active outdoors, while remembering to protect against mosquitoes and ticks. Both bugs can transmit serious illnesses. Ticks can carry the organisms that cause Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, and Ehrlichiosis.