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The pandemic may be over, but ripple effects from all the stresses COVID-19 caused are still being felt in Iowa. Dr. Raymond Garcia, chief medical officer at Rosecrance Behavioral Health in Sioux City, says their Iowa facilities saw a significant spike in alcohol-related cases in recent years. Dr. Garcia says many people used alcohol as ..read more
Radio Iowa » Health-Medicine
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Manchester and Van Buren County have been selected by the new Iowa Rural Vitality Coalition as the two areas for a pilot program to improve the health and vitality of residents. Manchester Rural Vitality lead Sarah Maurer says this is a fantastic opportunity for Manchester to enhance the community and quality of life for its ..read more
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1w ago
With the warmer weather, Iowans are finally starting to launch into their spring cleaning projects, sprucing up both their homes and their work spaces. Jessica Boland, a worksite wellness consultant, says cleansing and decluttering can help to improve your mood and your productivity level while reducing stress, though she reminds, don’t stress yourself out by ..read more
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1w ago
The Midwest is seeing a rise in cases of Lyme disease and other health problems associated with ticks, and experts say the trouble is, millions of the tiny insects are now surviving our warmer winters. Megan Meller, an infection preventionist at Gundersen Health System, says now that spring is here, Iowans should start doing tick ..read more
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1w ago
Iowa agriculture officials are closely monitoring new developments with highly pathogenic avian influenza in the country. The USDA reported dairy cattle in Texas and Kansas tested positive for the virus last month. Earlier, avian flu was confined to domestic poultry and other bird species. Iowa Ag Secretary Mike Naig says other confirmed cases have been ..read more
Radio Iowa » Health-Medicine
2w ago
This is Donate Life Month, when Iowans are encouraged to sign up on their driver’s licenses to donate organs, eyes and tissue. Heather Butterfield, spokeswoman for the Iowa Donor Network, says it’s a time to highlight the critical need for donors, to shine a light on those who are on waiting lists, to honor those ..read more
Radio Iowa » Health-Medicine
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A small team is reporting huge success with a program that helps University of Iowa Health Care patients save money on their prescriptions. Last year, the UIHC Medication Assistance Center saved thousands of uninsured or underinsured patients more than $69-million. Wendy Ostrem is one of the center’s pharmacist financial counselors. “I work with a team ..read more
Radio Iowa » Health-Medicine
2w ago
The second weekend of the college basketball tournaments is underway and for Iowans with a gambling addiction, it can be a true challenge to avoid the urge to place a bet. Andrew Gerodias, an official with Iowa’s largest addiction treatment provider, says there are warning signs to watch for in yourself and in your loved ..read more
Radio Iowa » Health-Medicine
3w ago
The Iowa House has passed a bill that would require health insurance plans to cover biomarker testing that can help doctors more effectively treat medical conditions. Republican Representative Brian Lohse of Bondurant said biomarker testing lets doctors avoid unnecessary and invasive tests and ineffective treatments. “Such testing has proven itself vital in improving patient care ..read more
Radio Iowa » Health-Medicine
3w ago
With the college basketball tournament underway and enormous jackpots in the Powerball and Mega Millions games, temptations abound for Iowans to dip their toes in the gambling pool, though some will have trouble staying afloat if they jump in. Andrew Gerodias, outpatient supervisor for the Rosecrance Jackson Center in Sioux City, says gambling can be ..read more