The Global Health Learning Collaborative is DMU’s student-led, discussion-based seminar that is meant to provide an introduction to global health’s key concepts and principles. Our students’ goal with the Learning Collaborative is to get people thinking critically about social, political […]
Great food for thought on global health tonight Read More
It’s little surprise that we consume too much salt. Sadly, a new report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), published in the journal Pediatrics, shows that our kids are, too: American youth between the ages of 8
I had a ton of fun writing in the spring issue of DMU Magazine about the healthy cooking class co-taught in our Wellness Center kitchen by David Spreadbury, Ph.D., chair of biochemistry and nutrition, and Joy Schiller, M.S., CHES, director
How do you motivate good behavior? Read More
Let’s do a graceful sun salutation for September: It’s National Yoga Month. I have enjoyed adding to my workouts this form of exercise, which incorporates measured breathing, balance, flexibility, balance and relaxation through a variety of poses, or asanas. According
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Early in August, Annie Losinske and Sarah Barnett, members of the DMU Physician Assistant Class of 2014, realized last week was going to be a tough one for the class, with two big exams on the schedule. Capping off the
They got spirit, yes they do Read More
I’m a fool for a good deal, especially when it involves food, and OH MY I’m in love with my latest discovery: Thanks to several volunteers – including DMU osteopathic medical student Chris Edwards and his wife, Rachel, and Erica
A deliciously big bargain: Bountiful Baskets Read More
Even though its name and location have changed since it was founded in 1898, Des Moines University has a long and distinguished history of preparing future health care providers and leaders with a focus on patient-focused care and whole-body wellness.
Of coronets and clown suits Read More
Anil K. Sahai, D.O.’79, Ph.D., FACP, a member of the DMU Board of Trustees since 2006, died on July 16, 2012. He was 61. Dr. Sahai practiced internal medicine at the Webster City, IA, Medical Clinic, a private multispecialty group
DMU mourns distinguished alumnus, trustee Read More
Say what you will about the Affordable Care Act – the much-touted, much-maligned health care reform legislation – but you can say with certainty that it will enhance health care access for women. A recent report of the Commonwealth Fund,
Health care reform helps women Read More
Turning 50 is hard for some, but it was even more thought-provoking for Brian Hart because of the gift his wife, Julie, gave him: a brand new bicycle. “I wasn’t as appreciative as I probably should have been,” says the
RAGBRAI rolls next week Read More