May Words on Wellness

IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION
May 6, 2025 3:51 pm

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 Vegetables Check out upcoming health and human sciences events on the calendar -- https://www.

VINTON, IOWA DIABETES EDUCATION PROGRAM MERITS ADA RECOGNITION

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
May 6, 2025 12:20 pm

The Virginia Gay Hospital diabetes self-management education program in Vinton, Iowa has been awarded continued Recognition from the American Diabetes Association.

Benton County Suicide Prevention Coalition Meeting May 5, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.

BCSPC
May 4, 2025 7:49 pm

Date: May 5, 2025  Time: 1800 Location: In person and virtualJoin Zoom Meetinghttps://us05web.zoom.us/j/7095171854?pwd=Y2oAQ7dqObFiGwa6HGzLK1qarvIjAr.

Senate approves bill requiring schools to publicize vaccine exemption info

IOWA CAPITAL DISPATCH
May 1, 2025 5:26 pm

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 Tuesday.

Chalk the Town Green May 1

VINTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
April 29, 2025 1:55 pm

Chalk the Town GreenMay is Mental Health Awareness Month and we're joining Iowa's Healthiest State Initiative campaign to Chalk the Town Green! Stop by the library anytime between 9am and  8pm on Thursday, May 1st and decorate our library sidewalks with green sidewalk chalk! All chalk will be provided.

Be the Reason Lives are Saved this Summer

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
April 29, 2025 1:55 pm

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, donate far less often—but they’re the future of our blood supply.

IHCA Foundation to Award More Than $100,000 in Health Care Scholarships

IOWA HEALTH CARE ASSOCIATION
April 28, 2025 12:26 pm

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 career in long-term care.

LIFESERVE BLOOD CENTER HOSTS FIREFIGHTER APPRECIATION BLOOD DRIVES

LIFESERVE BLOOD CENTER
April 24, 2025 5:51 pm

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.

Lifeserve Blood Center Encourages Donors to Give the Gift of Life at VGH

LIFESERVE BLOOD CENTER
April 23, 2025 12:40 pm

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, improved blood flow, enhanced red blood cell production and a mini health screening).

Iowa House passes bill to establish state psilocybin program

IOWA CAPITAL DISPATCH
April 22, 2025 1:46 pm

By Robin OpsahlThe Iowa House passed legislation Monday to legalize the use of psilocybin, the psychoactive compound found in “magic mushrooms,” for psychiatric treatment through a state program.