Vinton Community Blood Drive - Give a pint, get a pint

RED CROSS
August 22, 2023 11:43 am

The American Red Cross will hold it's Vinton Fall Blood Drive on Thursday , Sept 28th from 12:30--5:30 at the skate center. We all know there have been lots of disasters lately and blood donations dip in the summer.

Virginia Gay Nursing and Rehab, LLC receives deficiency free designation

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
August 14, 2023 3:06 pm

It is with great pleasure to announce Virginia Gay Nursing and Rehab, LLC has achieved compliance ratings for Medicaid and Medicare through the Health Inspection division of Iowa Department of Inspections, the state organization conducting compliance inspections for Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.

Words on Wellness August Newsletter

IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION
August 8, 2023 12:30 pm

Attached you will find your edition of the August 2023 Words on Wellness newsletter.This edition features: ·    Meal Planning to Save Money ·    Recipe for Pork Loin Roast and Vegetables ·    Work Out Videos to Keep You Motivated ·    Is Radon in Your Home? Check out upcoming human sciences events on the calendar -- https://www.

Advocates hail approval of bill aimed at limiting waste of donated organs

IOWA CAPITAL DISPATCH
August 1, 2023 10:59 am

BY: JAY WAAGMEESTEROrgan transplants by the numbers-Currently, more than 103,000 people are on the national transplant waiting list-17 people die each day waiting for an organ transplant-Every 10 minutes someone is added to the waitlistAdvocates say lives will be saved by legislation led by Sen.

Rural Access Hub assists residents with brain health services

RURAL ACCESS HUB
July 24, 2023 1:04 pm

The Rural Access Hub (RAH) maintains walk in hours are from 11am to 4 pm Monday thru Friday, however, staff can be utilized outside walk in hours with proper notification.

New Organization Forms: Benton County Suicide Prevention Coalition (BCSPC)

BCSPC
July 13, 2023 10:43 am

The Benton County Suicide Prevention Coalition (BCSPC) is a newly formed organization working to become a 501(c)(3). The coalition is comprised of organizations and individuals who have been affected by suicide in some way and have a vision to eliminate suicides in Benton County.

Splashpad and pool safety

IOWA DEPT. OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES
July 11, 2023 10:22 pm

Splashpad safetySplashpads are a great way for young children to enjoy the water while reducing the risk of drowning. However, despite not collecting water in the play area as a pool would, splashpads are capable of spreading germs.

Tickborne diseases and prevention

IOWA DEPT. OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES
July 10, 2023 12:09 pm

Tickborne diseases in IowaTick bites can transmit several diseases, including the bacterial infection Lyme disease, the most commonlyreported tickborne disease in Iowa.

July Words on Wellness

IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION
July 10, 2023 11:54 am

Below you will find the July 2023 Words on Wellness newsletter.This edition features: ·    Produce Basics ·    Recipe for Summer Bounty Salad ·    How to Create a Container Garden ·    Journey with Mindfulness Check out upcoming human sciences events on the calendar -- https://www.

Fresh Conversations at 4th St. Diner Monday, July 24

4TH ST. DINER
July 7, 2023 11:46 am

This Month's ConversationsWho is on my diabetes care team? What are the risk factors for Type 2 Diabetes? Try Tabbouleh! How to join: This Month's Conversations Fresh Conversations is funded by USDA's Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).