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‘Community on a mission’: My City My Health equity conference kicks off Nov. 15 in Des Moines
Improving health outcomes will take center stage at growing health equity conference in Des Moines.
Iowa has 2nd highest cancer rate in US, Black Iowans face alarming disparities in cancer cases, deaths
As cancer rates in Iowa continue to climb, Black Iowans experience disproportionate outcomes, health officials say.
‘How are you taking responsibility for your own health?’ asks keynote speaker at Black Women 4 Healthy Living’s annual conference
About 100 Black women packed a health conference designed with their needs in mind on Aug. 17, at Grand View University. #BW4HL
Mayo Clinic Minute: Winter skin protection tips
Using lotion offers a variety of benefits regardless of the season, but it is especially important in the cold, dry winter season.
Think Happy, Be Well: 7 Strategies to Finding Your Happiness
Research validates happy people have overall better life outcomes. This is not to say they don’t have their share of trials and tribulations.
Navigating grief during the holidays: Incorporate healthy coping strategies
Grief can cast a shadow over holiday cheer. Here are some strategies that can help you deal with the feelings of loss that may arise.
Woman Wife Mama: A Black Woman’s Guide to Self-Care
With the holiday season in full swing, Mattilyn Scott explores what self-care means and why we should make it a priority.
ENDANGERED: Black doulas fight ‘staggering’ maternal mortality crisis
The Iowa Black Doula Collective is fighting for Black birthing people, taking on the predominantly white medical field one birth at a time.
BW4HL holds inaugural Black Women’s Health Conference
A new health conference, by BW4HL in Des Moines, centered on the four stages of Black women's lives with workshops and speakers.
‘Community on a mission’: My City My Health equity conference kicks off Nov. 15 in Des Moines
Improving health outcomes will take center stage at growing health equity conference in Des Moines.
Iowa has 2nd highest cancer rate in US, Black Iowans face alarming disparities in cancer cases, deaths
As cancer rates in Iowa continue to climb, Black Iowans experience disproportionate outcomes, health officials say.
‘How are you taking responsibility for your own health?’ asks keynote speaker at Black Women 4 Healthy Living’s annual conference
About 100 Black women packed a health conference designed with their needs in mind on Aug. 17, at Grand View University. #BW4HL
Mayo Clinic Minute: Winter skin protection tips
Using lotion offers a variety of benefits regardless of the season, but it is especially important in the cold, dry winter season.
Think Happy, Be Well: 7 Strategies to Finding Your Happiness
Research validates happy people have overall better life outcomes. This is not to say they don’t have their share of trials and tribulations.
Navigating grief during the holidays: Incorporate healthy coping strategies
Grief can cast a shadow over holiday cheer. Here are some strategies that can help you deal with the feelings of loss that may arise.
Woman Wife Mama: A Black Woman’s Guide to Self-Care
With the holiday season in full swing, Mattilyn Scott explores what self-care means and why we should make it a priority.
ENDANGERED: Black doulas fight ‘staggering’ maternal mortality crisis
The Iowa Black Doula Collective is fighting for Black birthing people, taking on the predominantly white medical field one birth at a time.
BW4HL holds inaugural Black Women’s Health Conference
A new health conference, by BW4HL in Des Moines, centered on the four stages of Black women's lives with workshops and speakers.