Category Archives: Health

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Talk of Iowa - How Cystic Fibrosis Has Gone From Terminal to Highly Treatable Cystic fibrosis is a genetic disorder that causes a buildup of thick, sticky mucus in the lungs, pancreas and other organs. On this episode of Talk of Iowa, host Charity Nebbe talks with Dr. Michael Welsh of the Carver College of Medicine…
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New Episode Alert: The Disability Exchange Podcast Get ready for an uplifting and eye-opening conversation! In this episode, Mike and Judy welcome Jackie Nau—Tourette Syndrome advocate and author of the heartfelt children’s book Click, Tic, Jerk, and Hop. Jackie’s book isn’t just a story—it’s a vibrant celebration of neurodiversity and a powerful resource for building empathy…
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Take Charge of Your Health:  Understanding Vaccines

Learn more about vaccines and how they can help protect you and others Take charge of your health by learning more about vaccines and how they can help protect you and other people in your community! It will help you learn: How vaccines work How vaccines protect you and other people Tips for self-advocacy What…
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UI Programs Support Students’ Mental Health

Three UI Programs Cited Among Nation's Mental Health Initiatives to Support College Students New Resource from Temple University  The Temple University Collaborative on Community Inclusion does research aimed at supporting individuals with psychiatric disabilities and promoting opportunities for them to participate fully in their communities. An intern at the Collaborative put together “A Selected Compendium…
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