According to the American Cancer Society, much of the suffering and death from cancer could be prevented by increasing the use of established screening tests and addressing lifestyle factors such as tobacco use, diet and physical activity. To respond to […]
80 percent by 2018: taking steps to conquer colorectal cancer Read More
Each spring, Des Moines University students from the College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery volunteer with “Fit Feet,” a Special Olympics program that helps athletes step lively on the playing field, and in everyday life. Many participating athletes suffer from foot
Podiatry students volunteer at Special Olympics “Fit Feet” Read More
The pelvic floor is an often overlooked, but important group of muscles. It’s the job of the pelvic floor muscles to provide support for the pelvic organs — the bladder, uterus, vagina and rectum — and help them function properly.
A weak pelvic floor can wreak havoc on your quality of life Read More
Health care professionals dedicate their careers to the well being of others. To do so, they are frequently put in adverse or potentially dangerous situations. Unfortunately, violence against health care workers has steadily increased over the past several years and
Health care violence: protect your health Read More
This fall, when Des Moines University celebrates the impact that its Glanton Fund has on students and the health professions, it also will highlight the impact the Hubbell family, longtime Des Moines citizens and leaders, had on DMU’s very existence.
DMU names longtime Des Moines family the 2016 Glanton honorees Read More
Bravo and thank you to the members of Class of 1956, 1966 and 1991 who participated in the May 2016 Reunion celebrations! A great time was had by all – whether participating in Commencement, the Welcome Reception at the Marriott
DMU welcomes returning alumni for Reunion 2016 Read More
Des Moines University awarded 472 degrees in nine programs at the 116th annual Commencement Ceremony on May 28. Family, friends, faculty and staff celebrated the graduates throughout the weekend with banquets, awards and a campus picnic. Check out the photos of
Celebrating the Class of 2016 Read More
Your ears play a major role in balance and movement. The organs in your inner ear make up the vestibular system and sense the position of your head in space. The vestibular system works together with your vision and somatosensory
Exercise your inner ears to alleviate vertigo and balance issues Read More
David Marker, Ph.D., who served as Des Moines University president from March 1, 1994, to Jan. 31, 1996, died May 1, 2016, in Philadelphia. He was 78. Born in Atlantic, IA, Dr. Marker earned his bachelor’s degree in physics and
DMU mourns former president Read More
If you’re going to Washington to secure the support of elected officials, there’s strength in numbers with a single voice. That’s the strategy behind the Greater Des Moines Partnership’s annual D.C. fly-in. Throughout the three-day visit, nearly 200 local leaders
Advocating for a healthier city and university Read More