Health And Fitness
Understanding Breast Cancer
More women are beating breast cancer these days, in part because of improved treatments and screening. When abnormal tissue or cancer is found in its early stages, it may be easier to treat.
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First Influenza (Flu) Cases Reach Iowa
Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) announced on October 14th that the State Hygienic Laboratory (SHL) had identified three cases of influenza in the state. While influenza activity remains at ... Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Most children get restless, rowdy, or distracted at times. That’s all part of being a kid. But some kids have such trouble paying attention, staying focused, and finishing tasks that it inte...
VPRD now offering Fall Aqua Aerobics
VPRD has begun accepting registrations for our upcoming Fall Aqua Aerobics session held Wednesday and Sunday evenings at the Iowa Braille School's indoor pool. Class times are from 6:30-7:30 P...
November WOW Newsletter
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What Parents Need to Know about Enterovirus D68
Every year, millions of children in the United States catch enteroviruses that can cause coughing, sneezing, and fever. This year, the enterovirus that is most commonly causing respiratory illness...
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Other than skin cancer, breast cancer is the most common cancer among American women. Getting mammograms regularly can lower the risk of dying from breast cancer. If you are 50 to 74 years old, be ...
How Snoozing Strengthens Memories
When you learn something new, the best way to remember it is to sleep on it. That’s because sleeping helps strengthen memories you’ve formed throughout the day. It also helps to link n...
Substance abuse: Prevention vs. reaction
Many may not be aware that October is National Substance Abuse Prevention Month, but most people have been impacted by substance use and addiction. The vast majority of substance use begins with e...
Flu Shot Clinics Announced
October marks the beginning of the influenza (flu) season and Virginia Gay Hospital and Clinics now has the seasonal vaccine available during special Flu Shot Clinics at the Vinton Family Medical ...