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Discussion - Chronic Health Issues in Iowa

posted on November 20, 2009 at 4:22 PM

Discussion - Chronic Health Issues in Iowa A discussion of what Iowans can do to prevent chronic illness and otherwise deal with long time health issues.

Chronic Health Care in Iowa - Children

posted on November 20, 2009 at 11:36 AM

Chronic Health Care in Iowa - Children Camp Hertko Hollow helps children with diabetes learn the skills they need to manage their disease.

The Iowa Journal - Discussing H1N1 Flu Virus

posted on October 23, 2009 at 3:24 PM

As Iowans brace themselves for flu season, questions about H1N1 outweigh answers. Given the potential for the virus to mutate what will be the severity of the illness, and will vaccines be safe and effective? A look at H1N1 on The Iowa Journal.

Child Care Centers Fighting the Flu - H1N1

posted on October 22, 2009 at 5:34 PM

As Iowans brace themselves for flu season, questions about H1N1 outweigh answers. Given the potential for the virus to mutate what will be the severity of the illness, and will vaccines be safe and effective? A look at H1N1 on The Iowa Journal.

Iowa News Analysis: May 14, 2009

posted on May 14, 2009 at 5:42 PM

Iowa News Analysis: May 14, 2009 Iowa Journal host Paul Yeager discusses news of the day with Radio Iowa news director Kay Henderson.

Discussion of Autism in Iowa

posted on May 14, 2009 at 5:41 PM

Discussion of Autism in Iowa Autism affects one in every 150 children in the United States according to the Centers for Disease Control. This program examines the needs of families in Iowa and asks how the state can best meet those needs.

The Iowa Journal Autism in Iowa

posted on May 14, 2009 at 5:40 PM

The Iowa Journal Autism in Iowa Autism affects one in every 150 children in the United States according to the Centers for Disease Control. This program examines the needs of families in Iowa and asks how the state can best meet those needs.

H1N1- Discussion of Iowa Risks and Safety Measures

posted on May 12, 2009 at 4:29 PM

H1N1- Discussion of Iowa Risks and Safety Measures The Iowa Journal hosts a discussion with experts about the H1N1 flu, and what Iowans can do to stay flu-free.

H1N1 Iowa Cases and National News Timeline

posted on May 7, 2009 at 2:12 PM

H1N1 Iowa Cases and National News Timeline The Iowa Journal looks at the spread of the H1N1 virus around the world and to Iowa.

Iowa News Analysis: April 2, 2009

posted on April 3, 2009 at 3:57 PM

Radio Iowa news director Kay Henderson talks with host Paul Yeager about the wild week at the Iowa Legislature regarding tax legislation, and speculates about the news from the Iowa Supreme Court on their ruling on gay marriage in Iowa.

Iowa Hospital Report Cards - Discussion

posted on April 2, 2009 at 6:07 PM

Iowa Hospital Report Cards - Discussion A new World Health Organization study shows that hospitals can prevent the spread of infections and improve the safety of a hospital stay by following checklists. We'll see how Iowa hospitals are reacting.

Discussion: Sustainability on Campus - Iowa Colleges and Communities

posted on March 27, 2009 at 1:11 PM

Discussion: Sustainability on Campus - Iowa Colleges and Communities Jerry Kelley, Mayor of Indianola, Kevin Nordmeyer, Director of the Iowa Energy Center, and Simpson College student Kathryn Lisk talk about how and why Iowa colleges are pushing for energy sustainability.

News Analysis: March 26, 2009

posted on March 27, 2009 at 1:08 PM

News Analysis: March 26, 2009 Radio Iowa News Director Kay Henderson and Paul Yeager talk about new tax structure, extension of jobless benefits and the politics of this week's White House health care forum.

Iowa Hospital Report Cards - Infection Control

posted on March 26, 2009 at 2:19 PM

Iowa Hospital Report Cards - Infection Control A new World Health Organization study shows that hospitals can prevent the spread of infections and improve the safety of a hospital stay by following checklists. We'll see how Iowa hospitals are reacting.

Discussion: Green Living and Eliminating Household Toxins

posted on May 6, 2008 at 1:27 PM

Discussion: Green Living and Eliminating Household Toxins author and consultant Linda Mason Hunter and Lynnae Hentzen, Executive Director of the Center on Sustainable Communities in Iowa, discuss ways to breathe easier in our homes.

Green Products and Healthy Home Interiors

posted on May 6, 2008 at 12:51 PM

Green Products and Healthy Home Interiors Indoor air quality is often worse than outdoor air quality. A toxic brew of synthetic chemicals found in building materials, furnishings, and cleaning products may be making you sick.

News Analysis: February 14, 2008

posted on February 15, 2008 at 4:57 PM

News analyst Kay Henderson, news director of Radio Iowa, talks about the proposed bill to ban smoking in public places, the bottle bill, and the superdelegate system.

News Analysis: January 24, 2008

posted on January 30, 2008 at 9:39 AM

Kay Henderson of Radio Iowa discusses financial issues in the Iowa legislature, health care initiatives on the state level, and Ed Fallon's chances in the upcoming senatorial race.

How to Forgive

posted on January 26, 2008 at 5:11 PM

How to Forgive Coming to peace after loss and tragedy can be a difficult journey. Forgiveness expert Mary Hayes Grieco has years of experience teaching people how to forgive and move on with life. This special Iowa Journal is a lesson in her technique.

Health Insurance Concerns and the Iowa Legislature

posted on January 11, 2008 at 4:52 PM

Health Insurance Concerns and the Iowa Legislature Senator Jack Hatch and John Gilliland, Senior Vice President of Government Relations for the Iowa Association of Business and Industry, discuss health insurance mandates and how they will affect the 2008 Iowa lesgislative session.

Iowa's Health & Fitness Challenges

posted on January 9, 2008 at 8:53 AM

Tim Lane, Fitness Consultant for the Iowa Department of Health and part of the “Lighten Up Iowa” program, and Jim Hallihan, Executive Director of the Iowa Sports Foundation, discuss statewide issues relating to health, fitness and obesity with host Todd Mundt.

Walkable Communities

posted on January 8, 2008 at 5:41 PM

Forty years ago at least half of school-aged children walked or biked a mile to school. Today the number is about 15 percent. There are myriad reasons for this trend, but the fact remains that kids don’t walk as much as they once did. There is, though, an emerging movement to make communities more walk-able. It is a blend of strategy, infrastructure, and government incentive.

Mental Health Issues in Iowa

posted on November 29, 2007 at 3:53 PM

Mental Health Issues in Iowa Kevin Concannon, the director of the Iowa Department of Human Services; and Dr. Bruce Sieleni, Iowa President of NAMI, and Department of Corrections employee discuss the state of mental health issues in Iowa with host Todd Mundt.

Iowa's Mental Health Grade

posted on November 27, 2007 at 1:38 PM

Iowa's Mental Health Grade The state of Iowa was recently given an 'F' for its mental health care coverage by the National Alliance on Mental Illness. What is the state doing to improve their grade? We visit one of the state's mental hospitals to see how care has changed there over the last century.

Health Care and Financial Security

posted on October 19, 2007 at 3:31 PM

Health Care and Financial Security Democrat, Republican or Independent, nearly every poll of Americans reveals that the cost and availability of health care are big political issues. So too are other matters of family financial security, like pension viability, or mortgage regulations or even college tuition and loans. These issues are enduring and will persist through the 2008 elections.

Discussion: Treating the Obesity Epidemic

posted on April 9, 2007 at 10:33 PM

Vernon Delpesce and Carol Voss tackle questions about how to handle the obesity epidemic in America.

Discussion: Childhood Obesity

posted on April 9, 2007 at 10:33 PM

Vernon Delpesce and Carol Voss discuss how obesity affects Iowa's children.

Harkin Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program

posted on April 9, 2007 at 9:06 AM

Harkin Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program Iowa Senator Tom Harkin talks about his work with health and wellness, particularly with children.

Yoga Poses for Stress Relief

posted on February 12, 2007 at 10:55 AM

Yoga Poses for Stress Relief Maggie Rooney of Firehouse Yoga Studio in Des Moines takes us through three yoga poses she says are good for both the body and the mind.

Emotional Wellbeing & Heart Disease

posted on February 12, 2007 at 12:00 AM

Emotional Wellbeing & Heart Disease Stress and how we react to it may be a greater risk factor for heart problems than even high blood pressure and high cholesterol.

An Interview with Fred Hoiberg

posted on February 12, 2007 at 12:00 AM

An Interview with Fred Hoiberg After doctors found a serious heart defect during a routine insurance physical, Fred Hoiberg now calls himself lucky.

What Your Heart Does For You

posted on February 12, 2007 at 12:00 AM

What Your Heart Does For You Doctors at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics and a dietician at the Iowa Heart Center talk about lifestyle factors that play a role in heart disease.

Heart Doctors Help Children in the Yucatan

posted on February 12, 2007 at 12:00 AM

Heart Doctors Help Children in the Yucatan For nearly 30 years Mercy Medical Center in Des Moines has been donating time and expertise to help children with heart problems from Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula.