Detect Glaucoma Early To Protect Vision

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
January 7, 2015 8:45 am

Glaucoma is a group of diseases that damage the eye’s optic nerve, which carries visual signals from the eye to the brain. If left untreated, glaucoma can lead to vision loss or blindness.

School nurse shares tips for fighting flu

V-S COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
January 5, 2015 2:01 pm

The flu season is upon us and it has presented itself in a great way, says V-S district nurse Kris Hallberg. Hallberg shared the following information and advice in a message to V-S families today: Influenza A has become an epidemic in Iowa and surrounding states.

Rough Up Your Diet

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
January 5, 2015 9:00 am

Fiber—you know it's good for you. But if you're like many Americans, you don't get enough. In fact, most of us get less than half the recommended amount of fiber each day.

Stay Active in 2015!

BRAD BARKER
January 2, 2015 1:52 pm

As the New Year settles in, avoid slipping back into a routine of inactivity just because it is cold outside! Start 2015 off right and warm up by participating in several of our winter activity options for you and your family’s enjoyment!   Winter Workout Challenge This challenge offers over 20 exhilarating exercises and winter-related activities that can be participated in to accumulate points.

Health Topic: What is an Aneurysm?

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
January 2, 2015 10:47 am

What Is an Aneurysm? An aneurysm (AN-u-rism) is a balloon-like bulge in an artery. Arteries are blood vessels that carry oxygen-rich blood to your body.

Total Body Challenge to raise money for Operation Backpack

VINTON TODAY
December 30, 2014 3:20 pm

Julie Lessig and her staff at Total Balance are offering a three-part hard-core challenges for local fitness enthusiasts, which doubles as a fund-raiser for the Vinton-Shellsburg Operation Backpack.

Influenza Activity Increasing in Benton County

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
December 30, 2014 9:38 am

Surveillance by the Iowa Department of Public Health and Benton County Public Health, and testing by the State Hygienic Laboratory indicate flu activity is increasing.

It's Never Too Late

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
December 26, 2014 8:17 am

We’ve all heard that exercise is good for you. Did you know that it’s as true for older people as it is for any age group? You’re never too old to get moving, get stronger and improve your health.

Unsafe Infant Bedding Use Still Common

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
December 24, 2014 9:38 am

Bedding such as thick blankets, quilts, and pillows can block an infant’s airway, leading to unintentional sleep-related suffocation. This type of bedding can also increase the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), the unexplained death of a child within the first year of life.

Why Create a Family Health History?

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
December 22, 2014 8:53 am

A family health history is a written record of a family's health. The history contains information about a family's medical conditions, lifestyle habits (for example, whether anyone in the family has smoked), and where and how family members grew up.