What’s not to like about walking? It’s free. It’s easy to do. And there’s no question that it’s good for you. Walking is an aerobic exercise. A University of Tennessee study found that women who walked had less body fat […]
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Demonstrating our DMU pride This Honor Roll expresses DMU’s deep gratitude toward the people and organizations that contributed financially during the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2014, and ending June 30, 2015. A snapshot of their impact: Number of donors: 1,650
2014-2015 Honor Roll of Donors Read More
Des Moines University is making a commitment to deliver healthier food choices and promote even more wellness activities for students, faculty and staff. DMU is joining the Partnership for a Healthier America (PHA) Healthier Campus Initiative, a group of 38 colleges and universities committed to
As you’ve likely heard or seen, there was a “debate” about vaccination at the GOP presidential debate on CNN Sept. 16. I happened to be watching the debate, half-watching, half-working while I sat on my couch at home. It caught
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John “Jack” Hardy, D.O.’65, FACOS, didn’t travel out of his time zone to attend his DMU 50-year reunion, but he has left his comfort zone several times in a career that’s taken him from surgery to cancer-fighting to photography and
“Saipan Jack” journeys to reunion, through life Read More
Brian Esele and Joseph Makoba returned to Uganda this summer after a medical rotation in Iowa with new friends, new health care insights and wonderful memories. Esele also accumulated a notebook full of lessons learned. “I was struck by the
Ugandan students gain, give insights on health care and culture Read More
Ignorance and misinformation can cause a world of hurt. That’s certainly the case when it comes to maintaining and enhancing health. How can we educate people and populations for sustainable global health? That’s the topic
October conference will focus on education for sustainable global health Read More
Maybe it’s because the feet are the furthest body part from your eyes, but many foot conditions go unnoticed. By the time you experience symptoms, the problem is likely worse than you think and it’s time to see a podiatrist.
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When he was 10 years old, Thomas Benzoni was happily hurtling downhill on his bicycle when the front wheel fell off. So did Benzoni, who sustained injuries and gained an interest in medicine thanks to the care he received. “The
Adjunct faculty spotlight: Thomas Benzoni, D.O., AOBEM, FACEP, ABFM Read More
The factors defining your health have a lot to do with where you are born, how and with whom you grow up and the resources available to you. Those factors, according to the World Health Organization, are in turn shaped
Global Health Learning Collaborative to explore social determinants of health Read More