Break the Stigma with BCSPC and Chalk the Walk May 15

BCSPC
May 14, 2025 8:08 pm

As part of May being Mental Health Awareness month, the Benton County Suicide Prevention Coalition would like to invite you to an event to help "Break the Stigma.

D.C. Dispatch: Iowa delegation discuss measures on maternal health, Medicaid

IOWA CAPITAL DISPATCH
May 12, 2025 12:21 pm

By Robin OpsahlMembers of Iowa’s federal delegation have introduced multiple measures related to health care, weighing in on Medicaid coverage and maternal care options.

Efforts result in victory for Midwifery in Iowa

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
May 12, 2025 12:06 pm

Kim Reynolds, Governor, announced the passing of bill HF 887: A bill for an act removing birth centers from the meaning of institutional health facility.

Gov. Reynolds announces ‘Healthy Kids Iowa' summer program to feed more children

IOWA GOVERNOR'S OFFICE
May 8, 2025 9:52 pm

Today, Governor Kim Reynolds announced the U.S. Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Service has approved a demonstration project submitted by Iowa Health and Human Services for the state’s own summer food pilot program.

Red Cross Blood Drive Thursday, June 6

AMERICAN RED CROSS
May 6, 2025 3:51 pm

The American Red Cross will be sponsoring its next blood drive in Vinton on Thursday, June 5th, from 12-5:00 p.m. at the Vinton Skate Center.  Go to www,redcross.

May Words on Wellness

IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION
May 6, 2025 3:51 pm

You will find the May 2025 Words on Wellness newsletter below.This edition features:The Link between Sleep and ObesityRecipe for Mushroom QuinoaUpdate on Food AllergiesHandle with Care: Fruits and Vegetables Check out upcoming health and human sciences events on the calendar -- https://www.

VINTON, IOWA DIABETES EDUCATION PROGRAM MERITS ADA RECOGNITION

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
May 6, 2025 12:20 pm

The Virginia Gay Hospital diabetes self-management education program in Vinton, Iowa has been awarded continued Recognition from the American Diabetes Association.

Benton County Suicide Prevention Coalition Meeting May 5, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.

BCSPC
May 4, 2025 7:49 pm

Date: May 5, 2025  Time: 1800 Location: In person and virtualJoin Zoom Meetinghttps://us05web.zoom.us/j/7095171854?pwd=Y2oAQ7dqObFiGwa6HGzLK1qarvIjAr.

Senate approves bill requiring schools to publicize vaccine exemption info

IOWA CAPITAL DISPATCH
May 1, 2025 5:26 pm

By Robin OpsahlAny communication from schools on immunization requirements would have to include information and requirements for families seeking an exemption under a bill sent to the governor Tuesday.

Chalk the Town Green May 1

VINTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
April 29, 2025 1:55 pm

Chalk the Town GreenMay is Mental Health Awareness Month and we're joining Iowa's Healthiest State Initiative campaign to Chalk the Town Green! Stop by the library anytime between 9am and  8pm on Thursday, May 1st and decorate our library sidewalks with green sidewalk chalk! All chalk will be provided.