If you missed part one or part two, click the links to catch up!As we continue with this short series on some of the increasingly favored ways women choose to give birth, we're talking today about doulas-professionals who support women during their labors and births, but in a different capacity than midwives and OB's.

If you missed part one of our Home Birth series, click here.Today we want to introduce you to a professional in our community who offers services that are growing in popularity throughout the nation.

Breast cancer survivors will not meet this month.  Watch for our June 10 meeting announcement. If you have questions, call Deb Wilberg 42-4042 or Janet Woodhouse 472-4862.

Attached you will find your edition of the May WOW newsletter. This edition features:MIND Your DietRecipe for Berry Banana PopsiclesRefrigerated Cond

Attached you will find the May NEWS (Nutrition Education with Seniors) newsletter. This edition features:The Scoop on GlutenRice and ShineSenior Farm

Benton County Public Health Director and Virginia Gay Hospital Director of Home Health, Melissa Smith, RN, BSN is making the public aware of an update released regarding the confirmation of measles cases in the state of Iowa.

Benton County Public Health Director and Virginia Gay Hospital Director of Home Health, Melissa Smith, RN, BSN is making the public aware of information recently released regarding a measles case in the state of Iowa.

The AbbeHealth Affiliates are excited to offer a Mental Health First Aid Training (MHFA) in your community.Mental Health First Aid Teaches You:·Signs of addictions and mental illnesses·5-step action plan to assess a situation and help·Impact of mental and substance use disorders·Local resources and where to turn for helpWho Can Be a Mental Health First Aider?·Caring Citizens·Consumers and Family Members·Members of Faith Communities·Social Workers·Substance Abuse Professionals·Policymakers·Mental Health Authorities·Police/First Responders/Security Personnel·Nurses/Physicians Assistants/Primary Care Workers·VolunteersThe MHFA programs teach community members skills in identifying and responding to an adult who may be experiencing a mental health issue.

Training opportunity.   The Benton County Sheriff’s Office will host Mental Health First Aid Training on April 19 2019.  The course is open to members of the public as well as all First Responders.

Attached you will find your edition of the April WOW newsletter. This edition features:Benefits of Family MealtimeRecipe for Chicken BLT SaladEating