Is It Strep Throat?

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
October 29, 2014 2:05 pm

Strep throat is a common type of sore throat in children, but it's not very common in adults. Healthcare professionals can do a quick test to determine if a sore throat is strep throat and decide if antibiotics are needed.

Two strains of flu reported in Iowa; vaccinations urged

IOWA DEPT. OF PUBLIC HEALTH
October 28, 2014 10:15 am

Surveillance by the Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) Iowa Influenza Surveillance Network shows while flu activity in the state is slowly increasing and remains low, there already are two strains of the virus circulating.

How Sugars and Sweeteners Affect Your Health

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
October 24, 2014 8:36 am

Most of us love sweet foods and drinks. But after that short burst of sweetness, you may worry about how sweets affect your waistline and your overall health.

Understanding Breast Cancer

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
October 22, 2014 11:22 am

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.

First Influenza (Flu) Cases Reach Iowa

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
October 20, 2014 9:04 am

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.

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
October 15, 2014 9:14 am

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 interferes with their schoolwork, home life, and friendships.

VPRD now offering Fall Aqua Aerobics

BRAD BARKER
October 13, 2014 6:40 pm

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.

November WOW Newsletter

BENTON COUNTY EXTENSION
October 13, 2014 1:09 pm

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What Parents Need to Know about Enterovirus D68

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
October 13, 2014 9:04 am

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 in children across the country is enterovirus-D68 (EV-D68).

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
October 10, 2014 12:28 pm

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.