Health And Fitness
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Insurance Commissioner Reminds Iowans Experiencing Economic Impact Due to Covid-19 to Consider ACA Special Enrollment Periods and Other Health Coverage OptionsDes Moines – Iowans who have experience...
FDA advises how to use hand sanitizer
Soap and water really do work and is probably better for you in the long run. However, if they are NOT available, hand sanitizer is your go-to.From the FDA:"Each of us can help stop the spread of COVI...
New Hours for VGH Clinics
Beginning Wednesday, April 1, clinic hours at the Atkins, Urban and Vinton Family Medical Clinics will change as follows until further notice:Atkins: Monday-Thursday, 7 am - 5 pm and Friday 7 am-4 pmU... April WOW Newsletter
Attached you will find your edition of the April 2020 WOW newsletter. This edition features:Be Active as a FamilyRecipe for Chicken Salad (Great on a sandwich!)Visit a Farmers MarketFarmers Market Foo...
Benton County Public Health to Residents: Together We’re Stronger
The Benton County Public Health Department reminds residents that although they are spending more time away from friends and family because of social distancing, state, county and local leaders ... UPDATED Visitor Restrictions for Virginia Gay Hospital
Effective Tuesday, March 24, visitors are NOT allowed unless the visitor is a designated caregiver and the patient falls into one of four categories listed below:1. The patient is imminently dying.2. ...
Benton County Public Health Explains Social Distancing
County Public Health Department and the Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) remind residents they play a vital role in stopping the spread of COVID-19. A critical part of containment is practicing...
Benton County Public Health Reminds Residents COVID-19 Preparation Practices
Traditional and social media have been full recently of stories and pictures of people stocking up on toilet paper in preparation for COVID-19. Benton County Public Health and the Iowa Department of P...
Important Notice from Benton County Environmental Health
Important Notice from Benton County Environmental Health:A reminder to residents of the county to not flush wipes of any kind, paper towels, facial tissues, napkins or feminine products down the toile...
COVID-19 Treat to People with Substance Use Disorders
David Condry, Project CoordinatorAbove the Influence Wellness Coalition During the past weeks it has been reported consistently that older adults and people with underlying health conditions, suc...