Natalie Peters
Strokes are the fifth-leading cause of death in the U.S. Every 40 seconds, someone has a stroke, and every four minutes, someone dies from a stroke.
Fortunately, most strokes are preventable, and there are things you can do now to lower...
You can help make our community a healthier place!
The Dallas County Health Department is currently conducting the 2024 Community Health Assessment in partnership with the Polk County and Warren County health departments, as well as several other community organizations.
We...
Some people think that distracted driving is no big deal. In reality, it’s a widespread problem that causes thousands of deaths in the U.S. every year.
There are three types of driving distractions:
• Visual: taking your eyes off the road
•...
Everyone experiences stress to some to degree. While it’s your body’s natural reaction to encourage you to address the threats or challenges in your life, it can quickly become overwhelming.
Stress can also negatively affect your health. Symptoms of stress...
For many of us, the start of spring means it’s time for spring cleaning. Refreshing your home and cleaning up common allergens, such as dust, can be beneficial for your health.
However, if you don’t take precautions, you can easily...
It often starts small, such as betting just a little money on the outcome of a sporting event or buying a scratch-off ticket. But gambling can quickly turn into an addictive and harmful habit -- whether you’ve made money...
Spring weather in the Midwest can come in many forms, from warm, sunny days to tornados to snow. It’s important to be ready for springtime severe weather before it hits.
Take these three simple steps to be prepared:
1. Stay aware...
Protecting our water sources is important for both human health and environmental health. Many people are unaware that a lot of the water that flows through our pipes comes from underground and not just from surface sources, such as...
Daylight saving time (DST) begins on Sunday, March 10, which means we will advance our clocks by one hour in order to enjoy longer, brighter evenings until next fall.
Many of us look forward to “springing forward,” but the time...
As National Cancer Prevention Month draws to a close, it is good to continue thinking about ways that you can reduce your and your loved ones’ risk of developing cancer.
One of the easiest steps you can take is to...
