Ann Cochran
It seems that the two words, "infant" and "mortality," should never go together, but every year here in Iowa families experience the loss of...
The Food Bank of Iowa provides families with nutritious food -- with the help of partner volunteers.
Mobile food pantries run on volunteer steam. Donations...
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...
Poisoning can occur from many sources and in many places: carbon monoxide, lead, spoiled food, impure water and more. This article focusses on preventing...
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...
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...
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...
According to the American Automobile Association (AAA) motor club, 80% of drivers over age 65 avoid certain driving situations, such as bad weather, heavy...
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...
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...
