Iowa news A vision of the mental health system we could have in Iowa One of four Iowans (more than 775,000 people) will experience a mental health challenge this year. Depression is the No. 1 cause of workplace absenteeism. Suicide rates are rising among almost all demographic groups. Ninety percent
Iowa news How to map out an innovation strategy A recent survey of 100 health system executives found only 6% have a “fully developed” digital health strategy. Iowa-based UnityPoint Health may well fit into that category, with a $100 million venture capital fund aimed at driving consumer-based digital transformation and
Iowa news Six health system execs on how to battle labor shortages beyond pay Although compensation increases have played a key role in retaining and recruiting health care employees amid a major workforce shortage, perks such as mental health services and education financial assistance have also helped meet staff needs.
Iowa news Report ranks Dallas as Iowa’s healthiest county, Montgomery as No. 99 A new report details the healthiest — and least healthy — counties in Iowa, based on more than 30 factors that influence how long and how well people live. One of the big expenses families face is
Iowa news UnityPoint among Becker’s 150 top places to work in health care Becker’s Healthcare has released its “150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare | 2022” list, which highlights hospitals, health systems and health care companies that promote diversity in the workforce, employee engagement and professional growth. UnityPoint Health,
Iowa news One donor body can save hundreds of lives According to the Iowa Donor Network: One donor can save up to eight lives through organ donation and save and heal 50-300 lives through tissue donation. When the regional OPO has been notified of a potential donor, a procurement coordinator at
Iowa news A dialysis device for UI’s tiniest patients University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital is using new technology to provide lifesaving dialysis treatment to the tiniest patients, improving outcomes for smaller, more fragile babies in renal failure. The Cardio-Renal Pediatric Dialysis Emergency Machine (CARPEDIEM) is a dialysis system
Iowa news Iowa hospitals offer incentives, programs to fill staff vacancies Some rural hospitals in Iowa were forced to temporarily shut down departments because there were not enough staff. Incentives to hire more employees include sign-on bonuses of as much as $25,000. The need is great because with fewer people
Shenandoah Medical Center CEO pleased with population health improvement Shenandoah Medical Center officials revealed the results of their 2022 Community Health Needs Assessment. The study and survey are conducted every three years to gauge progress in addressing the area’s health needs cited in previous assessments. SMC CEO Matt Sells says
Iowa news Top DHS official says Glenwood will close because state is unable to comply with federal demands A top state officials said the Glenwood Resource Center will close because the state cannot comply with federal requirements. At a Council on Human Services meeting Thursday, Kelly Garcia, the director of
Iowa news New clinic opens in Des Moines to treat long COVID-19 The Iowa Heart Center has opened a Des Moines clinic to treat the long-term effects of COVID-19 as concerns grow that a wave of early onset chronic illnesses looms for those who’ve contracted the virus. Scientists don’t yet
Iowa news Meet Linn County’s first health equity program manager, Anne Harris Carter The fact Anne Harris Carter’s new job is based in a building named after her parents is not only surreal, but also represents “tremendous responsibility” for her new role at Linn County Public Health. As the first-ever