Health And Fitness
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Vinton Public Library hosts the Memory Cafe Aug. 8

Words on Wellness for August
Attached you will find your edition of the August 2025 Words on Wellness newsletter. This edition features:Cutting Board BasicsRecipe for Scrambled Egg MuffinsFreezing Your Food: Saving Money and...
SEPTEMBER IS CHILDHOOD CANCER AWARENESS MONTH DONATE BLOOD 9/26/25
Donate Blood at Your Community Blood Drive & Make a Difference Today!Every day, children in our community wake up to a fight they never chose, the fight against cancer. This September, LifeSe...
Advancing Diabetes Prevention Statewide Program
Prediabetes and Diabetes in Iowa
Prediabetes affects nearly 1 in 3 adults in Iowa, a condition that significantly increases the
risk of developing type 2 diabetes and related health complications....
Food Safety Webinar For Small Businesses Strengthen Practices, Protect Consumers

ASAC would like to talk to you
ASAC is currently in the process of completing community assessments around substance use for our 7 county service area. ASAC will be gathering data regarding youth and adult substance use consumption...
Gerber Snacks for Baby Soothe 'n' Chew TEETHING STICKS Recalled
The following baby snacks were recalled due to an infant choking. Gerber Snacks for Baby Soothe 'n' Chew TEETHING STICKS - Strawberry Apple NET WT 3.2 OZ (90g) UPC 0 15000 04518 7 GERBER PRODUCTS CO.,...
Feeding the Future: Essential Resources in Iowa for Breastfeeding

FDA adds another blue ingredient to its suite of approved natural dyes
By Cami KoonsThe U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced Monday it has approved its fourth naturally derived color ingredient in the past two months. The latest color is gardenia blue, or gen...