3
Apr
by Nicole Branstad
DMU will join the American Heart Association in celebrating
National Walking Day! It’s a day to challenge ourselves and our nation to get heart healthy, get fit and fight the number one killer of Americans – Heart Disease. Come together and join DMU’s Wellness staff, in front of the academic center, and take steps toward a healthier you.
Join us tomorrow Wednesday, April 4 at 9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m. or 12:30 p.m. for this great event. We will be walking from the Wellness Center to 42nd St. and back (a total of 1-mile). Wear RED to support this event!
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2
Apr
by Nicole Branstad
The American Public Health Association and public health professionals around the country are focusing on prevention and wellness during this year’s National Public Health Week.
“Every year, chronic diseases such as heart disease, cancer and diabetes are responsible for millions of premature deaths. Americans miss 2.5 billion days of work because of these illnesses, and all of that lost productivity adds up to more than $1 trillion. Injuries, unexpected accidents and violence affect people daily in all aspects of life. Unintentional injuries, such as motor vehicle crashes, poisonings, and burns rank among the top 10 causes of death for people aged 44 and younger” (American Public Health Association).
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15
Mar
by Nicole Branstad
Christie Scott, D.O.'14 works in the Dental Room on last year's trip.
Thirty-three Des Moines University students are skipping the traditional spring break hot spots for a week in Honduras. Instead of spending their time off in the sun or on the slopes, students from all three DMU colleges will be addressing the health care needs of the less fortunate March 17-25.
This is the second year in a row that Des Moines University students, faculty and alumni are making the journey to Honduras. New this year is an emphasis on bringing together students and professionals from a variety of medical backgrounds.
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28
Feb
by Nicole Branstad
That is, time to enjoy the last two sessions of this year’s Mini Medical School.
Tonight! Next week
Tuesday, February 28 Tuesday, March 6
Heart Health and Exercise Nutrition Habits and Fetal Osteoporosis
Julie Ronnebaum, MPT, DPT David Spreadbury, Ph.D
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