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It seems that the two words, "infant" and "mortality," should never go together, but every year here in Iowa families experience the loss of a child through miscarriage. Facing the death of an unborn baby involves grieving, the same as...
The Food Bank of Iowa provides families with nutritious food -- with the help of partner volunteers. Mobile food pantries run on volunteer steam. Donations from many individuals and businesses sponsor the purchase of groceries to give out, and local...
You can help end human trafficking by speaking up in support of these organizations: Youth and Shelter Services and Garden Gate Ranch. Youth and Shelter Services (YSS), with locations in Des Moines, Ames and Boone, provides emergency shelter for sex-trafficked...
Poisoning can occur from many sources and in many places: carbon monoxide, lead, spoiled food, impure water and more. This article focusses on preventing harm to children who may encounter poisonous substances in their homes. Nearly nine out of 10...
There’s a necessary balance between, on the one side, adequate government systems to keep us healthy and safe and, on the other side, the burden of public funding for services. In some cases, privately funded organizations competently provide help. This...
It’s not uncommon for families in Dallas County and the surrounding area to experience a loved one overdosing on drugs or alcohol to the point of needing immediate medical attention. In some cases, the overdose is unintentional. In others, it’s...
Here’s a dare: reduce the amount of recreational time you spend looking at a TV, computer, phone or other screen. In fact, here’s a double dare: reduce your amount of recreational screen time to under two hours a day. Impossible, you...
According to the American Automobile Association (AAA) motor club, 80% of drivers over age 65 avoid certain driving situations, such as bad weather, heavy traffic or driving in the dark. If there are situations when you aren’t comfortable driving, by...
What is the number one killer of women in the U.S.? Only about one-half of the women who respond this question recognize that heart disease is the correct answer. Are you surprised, too? Many would guess breast or ovarian cancer. Women having...
There are many types of losses and different kinds of help and support for persons experiencing loss. Whether you’ve lost an older family member, an unborn baby or special friend, your grief is real, and it’s worth the time and...