Benton County Extension offers Words on Wellness
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Could Flavanols Reverse Age-Related Memory Decline?
As we get older, remembering new stuff—an updated computer password or the name of that person whom we met last night (or was it two nights ago?)—can bring a busy day to a head-scratching halt.
As we get older, remembering new stuff—an updated computer password or the name of that person whom we met last night (or was it two nights ago?)—can bring a busy day to a head-scratching halt.
Community Blood Drive
Donate Blood at Virginia Gay Hospital during the Vinton Community Blood Drive
Donating blood is safe, simple and it saves lives! It takes just one hour to make a life-saving blood donation, which will impact the lives of up to three different hospital patients.
Donate Blood at Virginia Gay Hospital during the Vinton Community Blood Drive
Donating blood is safe, simple and it saves lives! It takes just one hour to make a life-saving blood donation, which will impact the lives of up to three different hospital patients.
Dept. of Public Health says one Iowan quarantined solely as Ebola precaution
The Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) is updating the numbers of travelers who are currently being monitored for Ebola. As of November 6, 2014, 13 travelers, who were in the West African countries of Sierra Leone, Liberia or Guinea in the last 21 days, are now in Iowa.
The Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) is updating the numbers of travelers who are currently being monitored for Ebola. As of November 6, 2014, 13 travelers, who were in the West African countries of Sierra Leone, Liberia or Guinea in the last 21 days, are now in Iowa.
What To Do When Your Throat Hurts
We’ve all had sore throats around this time of year. Your throat feels scratchy and may hurt when you swallow. What can you do to soothe a sore throat? And when is it a sign of a more serious infection?
Most sore throats are caused by viral infections such as the common cold or the flu.
We’ve all had sore throats around this time of year. Your throat feels scratchy and may hurt when you swallow. What can you do to soothe a sore throat? And when is it a sign of a more serious infection?
Most sore throats are caused by viral infections such as the common cold or the flu.
Heritage Area Agency on Aging Sponsors 'Wellness Day' for Caregivers
November 12 event to honor and support caregivers
The Heritage Area Agency on Aging is hosting its 13th annual “Caring for the Caregiver” event on November 12, 2014 in order to support and encourage caregivers of older adults in East Central Iowa.
November 12 event to honor and support caregivers
The Heritage Area Agency on Aging is hosting its 13th annual “Caring for the Caregiver” event on November 12, 2014 in order to support and encourage caregivers of older adults in East Central Iowa.
National Radiologic Technology Week
Virginia Gay Hospital will recognize the important role that imaging has had on the field of medicine during National Radiologic Technology Week, Nov.
Virginia Gay Hospital will recognize the important role that imaging has had on the field of medicine during National Radiologic Technology Week, Nov.
Is It Strep Throat?
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.
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
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.
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
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.
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.