Grapefruit and medicines....talk with your doctor or pharmacist

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
December 18, 2015 12:33 pm

Many people have heard that grapefruit can cause harmful interactions with prescription medicines. Most don’t know that because many citrus plants are grafted on grapefruit stems and can have grapefruit-like effects even though the products aren’t thought of as being grapefruit.

January issue of Words on Wellness

BENTON COUNTY EXTENSION
December 16, 2015 12:47 pm

This edition features nutritious ideas to get your brain in shape, a recipe for salmon patties, how to keep your food safe in winter weather emergencies, and tips for safe winter fitness.

Bill Travis and training at VGH

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
December 15, 2015 11:08 am

The valet service at Virginia Gay will be expanding to include the clinic when the new clinic construction begins.  We’re certainly fortunate to have such great people working as valets and providing transportation.

Holiday Cheer and Impaired Driving?

JEFFREY MEYERS ASAC
December 7, 2015 1:17 pm

December marks a time of year of togetherness, family, and appreciation for all we hold dear. Yet you may be surprised to learn that statistically, December is one of the most dangerous months for driving.

Worksite Policy Challenges

CURT WHEELER, PREVENTION SPECIALIST
December 3, 2015 12:15 pm

Across the nation, worksites have been working to improve the health of their workforce through a variety of worksite wellness initiatives. Part of this work has focused on decreasing the use or misuse of substances, including alcohol, tobacco, nicotine, synthetic drugs and prescription or over the counter medications.

Help protect Iowa's most vulnerable; only you can do it now.

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
December 2, 2015 5:29 pm

If you were disabled, paralyzed or brain injured from an accident and your care wasn’t covered by insurance, you would receive assistance from Medicaid.

VGH: Iowa's new privatized Medicaid and our patients

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
November 16, 2015 6:05 pm

We think it is important for our patients, members of our community, and those whose loved ones receive Medicaid support to be aware of recent plans to change Iowa’s Medicaid program.

Two Iowa deaths from influenza: Iowa among three states with most flu activity

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
November 16, 2015 12:28 pm

With the deaths of two middle-aged males reported today by the Iowa Department of Public Health, Virginia Gay Hospital and Clinics want to remind our communities that influenza is deadly and flu vaccines are still available.

Health care professionals share Medicaid MCO concerns with legislators

VINTON TODAY
November 16, 2015 10:46 am

Nearly 20 area health care providers gathered last Thursday at the Van Horne Community Center to discuss with State Rep. Dawn Pettengill and State Sen.

Virginia Gay highlights veterans John and Bertha Pohlmann

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
November 10, 2015 10:35 am

John Pohlmann, known for his good humor and kindness, seems an unlikely volunteer for the Marine Corps during one of America’s most deadly conflicts; the Korean War.