Health And Fitness

Effective May 1, 2024, Dr. Meeker has successfully transitioned his practice to a reduced schedule of 28 hours per week. This transition, meticulously planned over the past year, aims to optimize his availability and focus in various healthcare settings. Despite several unplanned events necessitating clarification, Dr. Meeker remains committed to providing exceptional care across multiple facilities.

LifeServe Blood Center is partnering with local first responders across its service region for this year’s Battle of the Badges blood drive promotion, happening Monday, July 1-Saturday, July 6 (closed Thursday, July 4 for the holiday). Eligible blood donors can schedule an appointment at some of LifeServe’s Donor Centers and participating mobile blood drives, while voting for their favorite first responder group.

Benton County Suicide Prevention Coalition Meeting Agenda Date: July 1, 2024 Time: 1800 Location: Van Horne Community Center Zoom Invitation https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84766935692?pwd=eERnbjZ3Qkd3eXVlWXpueVdPWFN5QT09 • *Introductions • *This is a safe place to be open and vulnerable if you wish • *Please refer emails/names of people who should be here to the SPC email • *Updates from individuals and/or organizations Review of Notes: Discussion: Review of Treasurer's Report: Balance: Discussion: Subcommittee Reports (if available) o Youth-Cortney/Calli o Planning-Julie/Skye/Jen o Elderly-Jean o Agriculture-Greg o Suicide prevention/awareness walk-Grace o MARCOMM-Tyler/Lisa ▪ Website (if applicable) Old Business: • Suicide loss support group update o Shanna from Foundation 2 joining us o To do this week need two volunteers willing to be the facilitators consistently • Apparel o This was disappointing.

Iowa joins a list of several other states with individuals who have become sick, some in critical condition, after consuming Diamond Shruumz-brand products purchased through a retail store in eastern Iowa.Earlier this month, the FDA issued a warning to consumers about these products:Consumers should not eat, sell, or serve any flavor of Diamond Shruumz-brand Chocolate Bars, Cones, or Gummies, and should discard them.

Research conducted by Zero to Three (2016), found that parents need and want information and support. 80% of parents work to be better parents, and 69% of parents say if they knew more parenting strategies, they would use them. Despite this motivation, however, almost half of parents say they aren’t getting the support they need during times of stress.

Attached you will find your edition of the June 2024 Words on Wellness newsletter.This edition features:·    Music and Brain Health·    Recipe for 20-Minute Chicken Creole·    Camping Food Safety·    Gear Up for Biking Check out upcoming human sciences events on the calendar -- https://www.

The Benton County CISM Team would like to invite those who are family members of those who work in the emergency services and healthcare personnel to a virtual event. A special presentation will be given on Tuesday evening, June 4th at 6:00 p.m. via Zoom. The Zoom link is: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87577186308?pwd=iW6uQXSOAH7jotQ4bCGibSnxkTbNyk.

Vinton Community and the American Red Cross are hosting an upcoming blood drive.Please join our lifesaving mission and schedule an appointment today!Drive Details:Site: Vinton Skate and Activities CenterAddress: 1703 C Ave., Vinton, IA, 52349Room Name: Activities CenterDate: Thr May 30, 2024Time: 12:30 PM - 5:30: PMBlood Program Leader Name: Whitney JoachimClick here to make an appointmentYou + Us = The Perfect Fit! Come to give blood May 20-June 9 for a commemorative Tetris + Red Cross T-shirt, while they last.

LifeServe Blood Center donors are true life savers! When blood donors roll up their sleeves, it only takes one hour to donate one pint of blood, which will save the lives of up to three local hospital patients. With spring in full swing, LifeServe understands the many obligations individuals may already have, but by setting aside one hour for blood donation, you can profoundly impact the lives of others in your community.

UnityPoint Health Family Medicine – Vinton will host a free bike helmet giveaway on Wednesday, May 15 from 4 – 6 p.m. at their location at 1803 C Ave in Vinton, Iowa. UnityPoint Health Family Medicine – Vinton team members will measure and fit children for free bike helmets in an effort to keep children safe while riding bikes during the summer.