In some rural Iowa counties, birth rates have fallen by three-quarters since the height of the baby boom in the 1950s and ‘60s, when many rural hospitals were built or expanded.
By Tony Leys - KFF Health News Health Care and Medicine Jul. 28, 2024 6:00 am414d ago
In some rural Iowa counties, birth rates have fallen by three-quarters since the height of the baby boom in the 1950s and ‘60s, when many rural hospitals were built or expanded.
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Jeremy Parsons, the CEO of the Iowa State fair, speaks about precautions against bird flu and how the fair has battled inflation.
Agriculture Jul. 29, 2024 9:10 am413d ago
More than 200 Iowans filed complaints last year about drifting agricultural chemicals as erratic weather in late spring and early summer makes it hard for applicators to find time to safely spray.
Higher Ed Jul. 29, 2024 11:23 am413d ago
On July 22, ISU officially closed its DEI office, university spokeswoman Angie Hunt said. The closure cut five positions, although only two of those posts were filled at the time.
State Government Jul. 29, 2024 7:48 am413d ago
Iowa Workforce Development granted waivers to two Iowa employers to train 16- and 17-year-olds to perform hazardous work, despite federal restrictions and safety concerns, including risk of amputation.
Carrie Campbell, for The Gazette Health & Wellness Jul. 29, 2024 3:35 pm413d ago
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Good oral hygiene should start before teeth appear
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Healthy You Jul. 28, 2024 5:00 am414d ago
It’s summer, and that means time outdoors for fun in the sun. Many of us put on sunscreen because we know the sun’s rays can damage our skin. But did you know the sun can also damage the sensitive and delicate tissues of our eyes?
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Healthy You Jul. 28, 2024 5:00 am414d ago
A free program in Cedar Rapids is equipping parents with tools to help their children develop healthy behavioral skills.
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