Trump looks to expand access to IVF through discount, employer coverage

IOWA CAPITAL DISPATCH
October 20, 2025 11:53 am

By Jacob FischlerPresident Donald Trump said Thursday his administration had negotiated a lower price for a major fertility drug and would issue a regulation allowing employers to cover part of employees’ fertility coverage.

Virginia Gay Hospital Shines a Light on Breast Cancer Awareness this October

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
October 20, 2025 12:07 am

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time to honor survivors, support those currently battling the disease, and remind our community that early detection saves lives.

Online Public meeting to discuss cancer in Benton County, Monday, October 20

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
October 20, 2025 12:06 am

Did you know that Iowa has the 2nd highest rate of new cancer diagnosis in the United States and rates are rising?-On average, 182 in Benton County are diagnosed with cancer each year.

Does testosterone affect men's oral health?

DELTA DENTAL OF IOWA
October 15, 2025 12:09 pm

Testosterone is a hormone in both men and women, and it plays a major role in men’s overall health. It influences muscle mass, bone density, energy levels, mood and sexual function.

October Words on Wellness

IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION
October 14, 2025 12:01 pm

Attached you will find your edition of the October 2025 Words on Wellness newsletter.This edition features:Finding Nutrition Info: Is It Legit?Recipe for Cheesy Vegetable PastaTaking Care of Your Loved One and Your WalletThe Power of Social Connection For more information and upcoming health and human sciences events, check out our website!https://www.

Supreme Court justices skeptical of free speech limits in Colorado case

IOWA CAPITAL DISPATCH
October 14, 2025 12:01 pm

By Lindsey ToomerJustices of the U.S. Supreme Court appeared skeptical of a Colorado law banning conversion therapy for minors, which a counselor in the state says violates her First Amendment right to free speech.

Iowa Announces Upcoming Changes to SNAP Benefits to Promote Healthy Food Choices

IOWA HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES
October 14, 2025 12:00 pm

The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is announcing upcoming changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) that will impact what items are eligible for purchase with SNAP benefits.

October is Domestic Awareness Month

VINTON TODAY
October 13, 2025 3:28 pm

If someone you know is in an abusive relationship, step in and do what you can to help. That might mean opening your home. It might mean things will get ugly for a bit, but it also means that you could save a life.

Benton County Breast Cancer Survivors Social, Tuesday, October 14

VINTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
October 9, 2025 11:54 am

Join the Benton County Breast Cancer Survivors Social at the Vinton Public Library, 510 2nd Ave. Vinton. on Tuesday, October 14, at 6:00 p.m. 

Oral health and menopause: What you should know

DELTA DENTAL OF IOWA
October 3, 2025 5:33 pm

Menopause is a natural milestone for women, marking the end of a woman's menstrual cycle. The transition to menopause brings a variety of changes due to declining hormone levels, which can impact different areas of the body.