Takin’ a break
The definition of a weekend will vary among medical students. For many of us, it’s the time that we use to catch up with sleep and relax with our family and friends — that is, if there are no exams […]
Set, spike, point – raise money for kids!
Don’t miss the Des Moines University Co-ed Volleyball Tournament to raise money for Camp Hertko Hollow, Iowa’s diabetes education camp for kids! It’s Saturday, Nov. 8, 8:30 a.m. til 6 p.m. and costs $8/person. This is open to the public. Teams will be 4-6
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Free senior health fair
On Saturday, November 1, 8 a.m. – noon, Des Moines area residents 50 and older are invited to the DMU Senior Health Fair. The annual event is organized by the Geriatrics Club and will be staffed by 50+ DMU students,
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DSM – eat your heart out!
I have to admit, before moving to Des Moines I had a lot of misconceptions about the city. As a self-professed fan of all things gourmet, finding great food was definitely on my shortlist. Coming from a city (Cleveland) that’s
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Get your global health questions answered!
Have you wondered about going on a medical service trip or thought about an international rotation? If considering either of those options leaves you with more questions, we have a page for you! Check out the DMU Global Health dept.’s
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Food, glorious food!
Everyone that knows me knows I love to eat and try new foods. That should explain to you why a festival in Des Moines this weekend is one of my favorites. It’s the World Food Festival! The street festival is held
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Free screenings for seniors on Nov. 1
(Des Moines, IA) – Adults 50 and older are invited to Des Moines University’s Senior Health Fair for free health screenings on November 1, from 8 a.m. to noon. In the Student Education Center, 3300 Grand Avenue, seniors can get
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Celebrate national PA week!
It’s National PA Week! Here are some ideas if you are looking for ways to celebrate! Apply to the DMU PA Program! Watch a video of a current DMU PA student Find out how many PAs are in practice across
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Have your aches, pains treated for free while learning about osteopathic medicine
(Des Moines, IA) – The public is invited to experience first-hand the benefits of osteopathic medicine at Des Moines University’s OMM Community Night on October 16, from 6 to 9 p.m. In the Student Education Center, 3300 Grand Avenue, D.O.
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Diabetes Screenings
Students from DMU’s College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery will be providing diabetes-related foot screenings at the upcoming “Taking Control of Your Diabetes” conference on Saturday, October 25 from 2 – 4 p.m. at the Polk County Convention Center. The