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4 Southern Iowa Hospitals Selected for Opioid Prevention Funding

Four hospitals in southern and southwest Iowa are among eight facilities selected for opioid prevention funding through a $775,550 grant announced by Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird. Originally published by Iowa Pulse . For more verified Iowa news and real-time updates, follow Iowa Pulse.

Iowa · 9d

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Jefferson County Ambulance Director Proposes Body Cameras for EMS Staff

The Jefferson County Board of Supervisors heard a proposal Monday from Jefferson County Ambulance Director Josh Hemminger to equip EMS personnel with body-worn cameras, sparking a lengthy discussion about patient privacy, consent, and staff safety before the board voted 3-0 to table the matter until the next meeting. Before turning...

Jefferson County, IA · 1d
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West Burlington has a new VA clinic

West Burlington has a new VA clinic. The Department of Veterans Affairs opened the new outpatient clinic with a ribbon-cutting ceremony yesterday. Officials said in a news release the clinic is the new, expanded, location of the Burlington clinic that opened in 2021.The new clinic is more than five times the size of the old facility and will be able to serve more than 3,000 veterans once the clinic reaches its full operating capacity. Officials said the space will allow them to provide new services including radiology, physical therapy and audiology along with expanded primary care, mental health, lab and telehealth. It’s the 47th new healthcare clinic opened by the VA since 2025.

West Burlington, IA · 1d
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Iowa Pulse

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Iowa Nurse Warned After Oskaloosa Care Center Resident Dies Without CPR, 911 Call

An Iowa licensed practical nurse was cited and warned after a resident at Oskaloosa Care Center died without CPR or an ambulance call, according to records described by Iowa Pulse. Originally published by Iowa Pulse . For more verified Iowa news and real-time updates, follow Iowa Pulse.

Oskaloosa, IA · 4d

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MercyOne expands access to behavioral healthand primary care in Centerville

MercyOne is expanding access to behavioral health and primary care services in Centerville with the addition of two new providers, helping residents of Appanoose County and surrounding communities receive high-quality care close to home. Donna Lawrence, LMHC, has joined MercyOne Centerville Behavioral Health Care, bringing compassionate mental health services to...

Centerville, IA · 2d

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MercyOne Air Med celebrates 40 years of lifesaving flights with events across Iowa

MercyOne Air Med is celebrating 40 years of providing emergency medical transportation across Iowa, with three public events planned for Tuesday, Nov. 10, including one in Clinton. The anniversary celebrations will begin at 1 p.m. at MercyOne medical centers in Clinton, Des Moines and Mason City. The public is invited...

Mason City, IA · 5d

Iowa Capital Dispatch

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State issues a warning to caregiver after nursing home resident dies

State licensing officials have issued a warning to an Iowa nurse for her role in the death of a nursing home resident. The board alleges that Elaine Allison, aka Elaine McCoy, of Beacon was working as a licensed practical nurse at the Oskaloosa Care Center on Sept. 6, 2025, when there was a serious medical […]

Beacon, IA · 5d

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COVID and Flu on the Rise in Washington County

Take steps to prevent the spread of illness this winter, as influenza and COVID cases are on the rise in the local area. According to Washington County Hospital and Clinics, this week COVID levels are substantial while influenza and strep case activity is rated moderate. People are reminded to wash...

Washington County, IA · 6d

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MercyOne expands access to behavioral health and primary care in Centerville

MercyOne is expanding access to behavioral health and primary care services in Centerville with the addition of two new providers, helping residents of Appanoose County and surrounding communities receive high-quality care close to home. Donna Lawrence, LMHC, has joined MercyOne Centerville Behavioral Health Care, bringing compassionate mental health services to...

Centerville, IA · 6d

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Dr. Daniel Kollmorgen Honored with Spirit of Collaboration Award

Mahaska Health Surgical Oncologist and Oncology Medical Director Dr. Daniel Kollmorgen was honored with the 2026 Spirit of Collaboration Award from the Iowa Cancer Consortium at the Iowa Cancer Summit on October 13 in Ankeny, Iowa. The award recognizes Dr. Kollmorgen for his dedication to building partnerships that strengthen cancer...

Oskaloosa, IA · 8d

KBUR

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Six Southeast Iowa nursing homes are among 75 statewide eligible for shorter federal inspections under a new risk-based program

Six Southeast Iowa nursing homes are among 75 statewide eligible for shorter federal inspections under a new risk-based program. Local facilities include Savannah Heights in Mount Pleasant, Parkview Home in Wayland, Sunrise Terrace in Winfield, West Point Care Center, United Presbyterian Home in Washington, and Wapello Specialty Care. The Centers...

Iowa · 12d

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Several Southeast Iowa Nursing Homes Qualify for Reduced Federal Inspections

Several Southeast Iowa nursing homes are among 75 facilities statewide now eligible for shorter government inspections under a new federal program. According to an analysis by Iowa Capital Dispatch, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services began a new risk-based inspection process in September, allowing facilities considered lower-risk to undergo less extensive inspections.

Iowa · 13d

We Are Iowa

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Iowa hospitals receiving $800K to help fund non-opioid pain management options

Iowa · 11d

Hometown Current

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Watch for discontinued Medicare Advantage plans

GRINNELL — According to the Iowa Insurance Division and Senior Health Insurance Information Program — Senior Medicare Patrol, more than 87,000 Iowa Medicare beneficiaries statewide have received notice that their current plan is being canceled or discontinued in their county. In Poweshiek County, an estimated 465 beneficiaries may be affected. The Open Enrollment Period for 2027 Medicare Advantage Plans is now open and runs until Dec. 7. If your plan is discontinued, please select a new plan before Dec. 31 to ensure you do not have a gap in coverage. Failure to select a plan could lead to unexpected medical and prescription costs. Iowans whose Medicare Advantage plans are canceled qualify for a “Guaranteed Issue” right. This allows them to switch to Original Medicare and purchase an available Medicare Supplement (Medigap) policy without medical underwriting — meaning insurers cannot deny coverage or charge higher premiums due to pre-existing health conditions. In Poweshiek County, local Medicare beneficiaries should watch for the following canceled plans: Wellmark Advantage Health Plan — Blue Medicare Advantage PPO (PPO) (H5900-001) Aetna — SilverScript Choice (PDP) (S5601-050) Humana — Humana Full Access (PPO) (H5216-411) Additional changes for 2027 include that Iowans will no longer be able to

Poweshiek County, IA · 13d

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Wells Hometown Clinic Offers Pharmacist-Led Care in Bloomfield

Wells Hometown Clinic is providing local residents with access to pharmacist-led healthcare services for common illnesses, with appointments available for patients ages six and older. Located in Bloomfield, the clinic is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The clinic focuses on treating a variety of common,...

Bloomfield, IA · 16d

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Construction on Riverside Wellness Center to Kick Off with November Groundbreaking Ceremony

The City of Riverside is ready to put construction plans into action for their $12.5 million wellness center. City officials have set a date for the facility’s groundbreaking ceremony for Saturday, November 7th. Riverside Mayor Allen Schneider details what the ceremony will include, “I think that’ll be a fairly...

Riverside, IA · 19d

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Public invited to discuss Wapello County EMS system challenges at upcoming Emergency Medical Services Advisory Council meeting

WAPELLO COUNTY, Iowa - After wrapping up Phase One of its emergency response system report, Wapello County’s Emergency Medical Services Advisory Council (EMSAC) will be hosting a public meeting at the Bridgeview Center in Ottumwa on Monday, October 26 at 5 p.m. to explain how the local EMS system works and explain its findings.

Wapello County, IA · 20d

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Iowa County EMS levy sparks debate

IOWA COUNTY, Iowa (KCRG) - A proposed EMS tax levy in Iowa County is raising questions about emergency response and property taxes. Volunteers are sometimes the first to respond to 9-1-1 calls in Iowa County, providing basic care until an ambulance arrives. Joshua Bern is a former EMT and first...

Iowa County, IA · 19d

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Medicare Coverage Changes Coming in 2027; Southeast Iowa Residents Encouraged to Review Plans

Medicare Open Enrollment is underway, and some Southeast Iowa residents could find themselves without their current coverage when the new year begins. Several Medicare Advantage plans are reducing their service areas or discontinuing coverage entirely for 2027, including plans serving Lee, Des Moines, Louisa, Van Buren, Jefferson, and Washington counties.

Iowa · 21d

Iowa Capital Dispatch

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Manure spills found in Crawford, Davis counties; no dead fish reported

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is investigating two separate instances of manure that spilled from transport tankers, neither of which resulted in a fish kill. DNR said in a news release that manure spills were reported Tuesday in Davis County near Lake Wapello State Park and Monday in Crawford County near Denison. According to […]

Crawford County, IA · 21d