We’re all connected
Are you connected to DMU? If you aren’t already, head on over to our Facebook page and ‘Like’ us. Alums, check out this page. Check out our Twitter feed and follow our tweets. Or there is even the DMU Tube with […]
Seriously sugared
That many popular children’s breakfast cereals are high in sugar is not new news. What’s alarming is that over the years food manufacturers have done little to change that and may in fact be packing even more of the sweet
Last minute shopping
Have you waited until the last minute to do your holiday shopping? Are you running out of time and ideas for that special DMU student/faculty/staff on your list? Well you are in luck because the Matthew’s DMU Bookstore is open
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Living a mission
As an institution that emphasizes high-quality health care education, health care services, preventive medicine and healthy lifestyles, Des Moines University demonstrates its values with its platinum-ranked wellness program. Did you know that DMU is the only college or university to
‘Twas the last weekend before Christmas
‘Twas the last weekend before Christmas and all through DMU, students were stirring, in search of something to do… Tomorrow is the last day before a long (and I’m sure, much needed) Winter Break, but there are still a ton
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Satisfied?
I’d like to believe health care professionals are committed to patient satisfaction, but going forward the level of “care quality” will take on greater importance: Starting in October 2012, according to Healthcare.gov, Medicare will reward hospitals “that provide high quality
Be wise: exercise
Most people agree that exercise is good for one’s body. A recent study in Ireland offers evidence that it’s also good for our brains, and not just because we feel proud of ourselves for having gotten off the couch. In
Remembering a musical mother
David Lans, D.O.’81, always knew he would follow his father, Allan Lans, D.O.’58, into medicine, but his mother, Joan, inspired his love of music, art and the humanities. The two alumni have created a scholarship that memorializes Mrs. Lans, celebrates her influence and will soon benefit DMU students.
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