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Health And Fitness
LIFESERVE BLOOD CENTER INVITES YOU TO SAVE LIVES ALONG WITH OUR LOCAL HEROES
Join us for this year’s Battle of the Badges promotion, where
you’ll honor the service and sacrifice of Law Enforcement Officers, Firefighters, and members of
EMS by donating blood in their name. Pick your team when you arrive to one of our Donor
Centers or designated blood drives. Every drop donated makes a difference in our community.
Blood donations drop during the Fourth of July holiday week, but accidents, emergencies, and
trauma cases don’t take time off.
ISU Study Examines Impacts of Collective Trauma on Iowa Farmers & Sustainability
Research highlights the effects of shared traumatic experiences on farmers, their communities and the landA study conducted by researchers at Iowa State University investigates the psychological and social impacts of potentially traumatic experiences on Iowa farmers. The study, titled "The Effects of Collective Trauma on Iowa Farmers, Their Communities and Sustainability Outcomes," was published in a special issue of the journal of Agriculture and Human Values.
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LIFESERVE BLOOD CENTER AND VGH INVITE YOU TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE July 25
LifeServe Blood Center and Virginia Gay Hospital
are encouraging people to give the gift of life this summer. Donating blood takes less than 15
minutes in the donor chair. The average chemotherapy session that requires blood products can
take 4-10 hours, or longer. Human blood cannot be manufactured; it must come from a volunteer
donor and is needed by many patients at Virginia Gay Hospital.
THE BEST TIME IS DONOR TIME Before the Beach, Donate Blood. Be a Lifesaver.
When the sun is shining, the music is playing, and you’re living your best summer life – donating blood might not be on your bucket list, but here is why it should be.Summer is one of the most critical times of the year for blood donation. With schools out and regular routines on hold, blood donations tend to drop, just as the need stays strong.
June Words on Wellness
Attached you will find your edition of the June 2025 Words on Wellness newsletter.This edition features:Peas PleaseRecipe for Split Pea SoupPantry Staples, Amazing Dishes: Healthy Meals on a Budget!Wearable Technology in Fitness Check out upcoming health and human sciences events on the calendar -- https://www.extension.iastate.edu/humans
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July Summer Meal Menu
For more information: Vinton Today - Healthy Kids Iowa Locations Virginia Gay Nursing & Rehab Receives Zero Deficiency Survey
Virginia Gay Nursing & Rehab is proud to announce that it has received a Zero Deficiency rating on its most recent survey conducted by the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing. This designation reflects full compliance with all state regulations and the highest standards of care and service in long-term care.Achieving a Zero Deficiency Survey is a significant accomplishment that highlights the exceptional work of the entire team at Virginia Gay Nursing & Rehab. June Summer Meal Menu
For more information: Vinton Today - Healthy Kids Iowa Locations
Healthy Kids Iowa Locations
We believe every child deserves access to healthy food.LINK TO: https://hhs.iowa.gov/healthy-kids-iowaHEALTHY KIDS IOWA LOCATIONSVGH Sponsoring at Benton Community SchoolsJune 26th; July 17th; August 7th – 4-7PM600 1st St, Van Horne, IA 52346Near Gym DoorsHEALTHY KIDS IOWA LOCATIONSVGH Sponsoring at Vinton Shellsburg SchoolsJune 26th; July 17th; August 7th – 4-7PM210 W 21st StBack of School Parking Lot (East side of school)Vinton, IA 52349Healthy Kids IowaBrought to you by Virginia Gay Hospital and Your Local SchoolsNo ID. VGH Needs Your Input
We Need Your Input!Virginia Gay Hospital is conducting a Community Health Needs Assessment Survey, and we want to hear from YOU! This survey is anonymous!Your feedback will help us better understand the health needs of our community and guide us in improving and expanding our services.The survey only takes approximately 10 minutes to complete.Your voice matters.
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