Health And Fitness
Is It Strep Throat?
Strep throat is a common type of sore throat in children, but it's not very common in adults. Healthcare professionals can do a quick test to determine if a sore throat is strep throat and dec...
Two strains of flu reported in Iowa; vaccinations urged
Surveillance by the Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) Iowa Influenza Surveillance Network shows while flu activity in the state is slowly increasing and remains low, there already are two st...
How Sugars and Sweeteners Affect Your Health
Most of us love sweet foods and drinks. But after that short burst of sweetness, you may worry about how sweets affect your waistline and your overall health. Is sugar really bad for us? How about...
Understanding Breast Cancer
More women are beating breast cancer these days, in part because of improved treatments and screening. When abnormal tissue or cancer is found in its early stages, it may be easier to treat.
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First Influenza (Flu) Cases Reach Iowa
Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) announced on October 14th that the State Hygienic Laboratory (SHL) had identified three cases of influenza in the state. While influenza activity remains at ... Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Most children get restless, rowdy, or distracted at times. That’s all part of being a kid. But some kids have such trouble paying attention, staying focused, and finishing tasks that it inte...
VPRD now offering Fall Aqua Aerobics
VPRD has begun accepting registrations for our upcoming Fall Aqua Aerobics session held Wednesday and Sunday evenings at the Iowa Braille School's indoor pool. Class times are from 6:30-7:30 P...
November WOW Newsletter
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What Parents Need to Know about Enterovirus D68
Every year, millions of children in the United States catch enteroviruses that can cause coughing, sneezing, and fever. This year, the enterovirus that is most commonly causing respiratory illness...
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Other than skin cancer, breast cancer is the most common cancer among American women. Getting mammograms regularly can lower the risk of dying from breast cancer. If you are 50 to 74 years old, be ...