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12/05/2025

Recognizing the sounds of whooping cough vs croup vs RSV. https://uph.link/fc990e

A coughing child is always concerning to parents and caregivers. A medical expert describes three of the most common childhood illnesses causing cough – RSV, croup and whooping cough.

12/05/2025

If you answered 'yes' to these 4 questions, it's time to see a doctor. https://uph.link/6j1

Wondering if you have bronchitis? Learn how to recognize the symptoms, get an accurate diagnosis, and explore treatment options with expert advice from UnityPoint Health.

12/02/2025

A friendly face can change everything. The heartwarming friendship between 8-year-old patient Carver (who has leukemia) and Kevin, one of our valets, proves that compassionate care starts the moment you arrive.

DES MOINES, Iowa – In this season of gratitude, one family is especially thankful for an unexpected friendship made at the hospital. Every Thursday morning, 8-year-old Carver Eiten comes to speech therapy to play and learn, with toys that teach him how to communicate and just let him be a kid. Car...

12/02/2025

Stress weakens your immune system, but can it cause your lymph nodes to swell? https://uph.link/f7ac24

When lymph nodes swell, they’re trying to keep our body healthy. Sometimes, they might puff up for reasons that don’t seem obvious. Learn why lymph nodes can sometimes get big and when to talk to a doctor.

11/29/2025

Have littles on your shopping list this year? See the best age-appropriate gifts. 🎁

Toys can be an important part of your child's development whether they're 4 months old, 6 months old or any other age. Learn more about child’s development and the benefits of child development toys by age.

11/28/2025

Post-Turkey Day tummy troubles? Here's the biggest clue of what caused it. 🧐

Learn the differences between a stomach bug and food poisoning, including symptoms and how long they last. Plus, our medical expert gives you at-home treatment tips to get your stomach feeling back to normal quicker.

11/26/2025

Want a future-proof career? UnityPoint Health is hiring for clinical roles. Get the skill development you need and the work-life balance you deserve with our new job opportunities. Stop scrolling, start applying! https://uph.link/JoinOurTeam

11/26/2025

The thought of a parent falling at home is scary. We've compiled some quick, simple home safety tips to help reduce risk and let them age in place safely. 💙

Caring for an aging parent or loved one at home is incredibly rewarding, but it’s also a challenging undertaking. Learn the best strategies for keeping their home safe and preventing unexpected falls.

11/25/2025

Cheers to the holidays! It's not too late to get your flu shot before cozying up with your favs.💙 https://uph.link/FluShot

11/21/2025

Tis the season to use your gifts and talents. Watch as Deanne, a homecare nurse, takes you through her day in less than 30 seconds. https://uph.link/JoinOurTeam

11/21/2025

Doctors agree on the most persistent post-cold symptom. Can you guess it? https://uph.link/733924

While some people might recover in seven days from a cold, others take a full two weeks. Learn how to recognize three common symptoms in a cold timeline and how to tell if your cold is getting better.

11/20/2025

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