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Supreme Court appears skeptical that state abortion bans conflict with federal health care law
Health
Here's how federal mandate on nursing home staffing could impact Iowans
After months of debate, the Biden administration has unveiled new regulations for nursing homes that include minimum staffing requirements.
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She was too sick for a traditional transplant. So she received a pig kidney and a heart pump
She is only the second patient ever to receive a pig kidney, and was much sicker than the first person.
Health
Nationwide health alert issued for ground beef over E. coli concern, USDA says
FSIS said on its website that raw ground beef items produced on March 28, with a use/freeze-by date of April 22, should not be eaten.
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Pasteurized milk samples contained remnants of bird flu virus, FDA says
The agency stressed that the material is inactivated and that the findings “do not represent actual virus that may be a risk to consumers.”
Health
Pasteurized milk samples contained remnants of bird flu virus, FDA says
The agency stressed that the material is inactivated and that the findings “do not represent actual virus that may be a risk to consumers.”
Health
Polk County providing opioid support grants
Applicants close on May 22, 2024.
Environment
Central Iowa Water Works officially recognized by the state
Central Iowa Water Works includes Des Moines Water Works along with 11 other central Iowa communities such as Grimes, Polk City, Waukee, Johnston and Norwalk.
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The EPA is again allowing summer sales of higher ethanol gasoline blend, citing global conflicts
Iowa leads the nation in ethanol production, followed by Nebraska, Illinois, South Dakota, Minnesota and Indiana.
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Emergency rooms refused to treat pregnant women, leaving one to miscarry in a lobby restroom
It's unclear what penalties may be imposed on more than a dozen hospitals accused of failing to treat pregnant women.
Health
Salmonella outbreak linked to Trader Joe's basil sold in 29 states
While the recalled basil is likely past its shelf-life, consumers should double check if they have any Trader Joe's basil in their refrigerator or freezer.
Health
How Tama is using part of its old paper mill to treat city water
The city of Tama approached its now-closed paper mill to purchase two deep water wells. Why? To make the city's water supply safer.
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