Health And Fitness
DNR weighs options for brain-eating amoeba
-Jared StrongState officials are considering whether to test more lakes, put up warning signs and launch a public-awareness campaign after a Missouri resident who swam at a southern Iowa lake recently died after being infected by a brain-eating amoeba.“We’re having those discussions about what happens next,” said Tammie Krausman, a spokesperson for the Iowa Department of Natural Resources.
Iowa Department of Health and Human Services announces the launch of 988
The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announces the launch of 988, The National Suicide Prevention Line (NSPL) three-digit number to call for individuals in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. Iowans who contact 988 will be directly connected to trained crisis counselors who provide crisis de-escalation and connect individuals to the services and supports they need, when they need it.
Gov. Reynolds and officials warn Iowans of dangerous Fentanyl and fake pills
Today, Governor Kim Reynolds joined with state health and safety officials to warn Iowans about the growing threat of illicit fentanyl and counterfeit pills laced with fentanyl. Counterfeit pills laced with fentanyl are increasingly being found in Iowa communities. In 2021, the Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation’s Criminalistics Laboratory analyzed 17,163 fentanyl pills disguised as prescription drugs.
988 Suicide Prevention Lifeline
Q&A: 988 Suicide Prevention LifelineWith U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley Q: What is 988? A: President Trump signed into law a nationwide three-digit number for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline to simplify access to this life-saving resource. Starting July 16, Iowans experiencing a mental health emergency may dial 9-8-8 to reach a trained crisis counselor for assistance.
VGH Blood Drive July 27

Words on Wellness July Newsletter
Attached below you will find your edition of the July 2022 Words on Wellness newsletter. This edition features:· Age Related Macular Degeneration· Recipe for Fruit and Greens with Orange Dressing· Keep your Picnic Safe· Immune Boosting Adaptogen Check out upcoming human sciences events on the calendar -- https://www.
LIFESERVE BLOOD CENTER’S BATTLE OF THE BADGES BLOOD DRIVE IS BACK FROM JULY 5-9
DONORS WILL BOOST LOCAL BLOOD SUPPLY AND CAST VOTES FOR THEIR FAVORITE FIRST RESPONDER GROUP The local and national blood supply is dangerously low, and LifeServe Blood Center is asking for help from community members. LifeServe is partnering with local first responders across its entire service region for this year’s Battle of the Badges blood drive.
Port Pillows Available at Bobbins and Boards

July NEWS (Nutrition Education with Seniors) Newsletter
Attached below you will find the July NEWS (Nutrition Education with Seniors) newsletter.This edition features:· Complementing Plant Based Proteins· Dry Great Northern Beans· Buying in Bulk· Cooking Dried Beans in a Slow Cooker· G
Fresh Conversations at Vinton Public Library
Fresh Conversations provided by Iowa State University Extension are scheduled to be held on July 14 and August 11 and September 8 at the Vinton Public Library. The event will begin at 11:00Fresh Conversations is a FREE nutrition and physical education program for ages 60+. The program offers practical tips and sensible solutions to everyday problems that get in the way of doing what most people want to do: eat well and live well!Fresh Conversations is also an opportunity to connect with other adults for a friendly group discussion!More information can be found at this link.