MAHASKA COUNTY – The month of May is recognized as Mental Health Month and Mahaska Health Partnership wants you to understand the importance of mental wellness. This year’s theme for Mental Health Month is Pathways to Wellness and calls attention to strategies and approaches that help all Americans achieve good mental and overall health. Mental […]
MAHASKA COUNTY – On Wednesday, May 1, Emily Bisbee of Live Healthy Iowa (LHI) met with staff members from Mahaska Health Partnership, Clow Valve Company, the Iowa State University Extension Office, Musco Lighting and the Oskaloosa Area Chamber and Development Group. The group discussed the 10-Week Challenge that recently wrapped up and shared feedback regarding […]
MAHASKA COUNTY – Mahaska Health Partnership OB/GYN Specialist Dr. Jeffrey Fowler offers an alternative to hysterectomy for women experiencing abnormal menstrual cycles. “If a woman is done having children and other, more serious medical conditions are ruled out, endometrial ablation is a wonderful alternative to hysterectomy,” Dr. Fowler said. “The procedure is minimally invasive and […]
MAHASKA COUNTY – Mahaska Health Partnership wants you to know that cardiac rehabilitation can mean the difference between recovery and declining health after a person experiences a major cardiac event. According to the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute, cardiac rehabilitation is a medical program that improves the health and well-being of individuals who have […]
MAHASKA COUNTY – National Infertility Awareness Week began in 1989 in order to raise awareness about the disease of infertility and to encourage the public to learn more about reproductive health. Mahaska Health Partnership OB/GYN Specialist Dr. Jeffrey Fowler encourages this awareness every day. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), infertility is the […]
MAHASKA COUNTY – Sodium, or salt, is found in most foods that you eat, but Mahaska Health Partnership wants you to know that too much sodium in your diet can cause high blood pressure and other serious health problems. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) around 90% of Americans consume more sodium than […]
Meat prices are going up because of the drought of 2012, which is expected to continue into 2013. Because of that, many people are seeing the need to stretch their food dollars. One way that may help is to serve more casseroles. Cheese and beans as protein substitutes are a good choice. Housewives from years […]
MAHASKA COUNTY – Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a very common intestinal disorder that can cause cramping, abdominal pain and other uncomfortable symptoms. The American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons (ASCRS) explains IBS as abdominal pain and changes in bowel habits including, but not limited to, diarrhea, constipation, cramps, bloating, bowel mucous and a […]
MAHASKA COUNTY – The first day of spring was just a few weeks ago, which means that allergies are here! Mahaska Health Partnership wants you to know how to combat your seasonal allergies and enjoy the great outdoors as the weather warms up. According to the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI), spring […]
MAHASKA COUNTY – If you’re struggling to fall asleep at night and never seem to be able to get enough sleep, Mahaska Health Partnership advises a change of habits before using sleeping pills. According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), most adults need 7-8 hours of sleep each night to feel rested and […]
