The holidays seem to always come upon us so quickly. Already busy schedules become more overwhelming when decorating, shopping for gifts, extra food preparation and holiday parties are added. Even those individuals who exercise on a regular basis may start to feel stretched with finding time to work out. Additionally,...
Shari King has been appointed Interim vice president of operations with UnityPoint Health – Marshalltown and Jenni Friedly continues in her role as president, UnityPoint Health – Marshalltown. Ms. King comes to UnityPoint Health – Marshalltown from UnityPoint Health – Waterloo where most recently, she’s been serving as vice president...
UnityPoint Health – Marshalltown Area Paramedic Service is partnering with Theisen’s and the Salvation Army to host the annual Fill the Rig event on November 24 and December 8 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. UnityPoint Health – Marshalltown is collecting toys, puzzles, clothes and other children’s items this holiday...
The Iowa Emergency Medical Services Association (IEMSA) has awarded UnityPoint Health – Marshalltown Area Paramedic Service, the 2018 Career Service of the Year award. IEMSA leadership selected UnityPoint Health – Marshalltown based on providing 911 coverage and evacuation of the hospital the night of July 19 Marshalltown tornado. Several members...
Perhaps you have learned that you have a high chance of developing type 2 diabetes, the most common type of diabetes. You might be overweight or have a parent, brother, or sister with type 2 diabetes. Maybe you had gestational diabetes, which is diabetes that develops during pregnancy. These are...
Over the past year, the UnityPoint Health – Marshalltown leadership team has been focused on developing efficiencies and opportunities to right size the organization and put the organization on a path for the future. As part of our sustainability efforts, we are constantly assessing the appropriate level of services for...
You probably already know from all the pink you've seen worn – by everyone from health care workers to football players – that October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Breast cancer is a cause that brings people together, because most people know someone who has – or had – the...
October is the kick-off month for the holiday season. With Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas all just right around the corner, what better time to begin practicing balance and mindful eating! Eating healthy does not mean avoid eating favorite foods. Enjoy them in moderation. It is all about being more mindful...
UnityPoint Health gave thousands of schools the chance to Imagine the Amazing and win $25,000 in a back-to-school online voting contest. One school rose above the rest. Annawan Grade School in Annawan, IL rallied supporters to bring in over 196,000 votes in just the 2-week span of the contest. “Winning...
A new model of care will begin at the urgent care of UnityPoint Health – Marshalltown. Beginning October 1, UnityPoint Health – Marshalltown Urgent Care will commit more time and focus on quality and time-saving processes designed to enhance the urgent care experience. The difference is in the handoffs, or...
