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Yesterday at 8:25 AM  Gov. Terry Branstad is easing his staunch opposition to expanding the Medicaid program in the state.

Monday, May 13, 2013  Some Iowans are starting to worry about what the debate means for their doctor visits.

Saturday, May 04, 2013  The Republican-majority Iowa House has approved legislation that would change collective bargaining rules in the state.

Thursday, May 02, 2013  Governor Branstad talks jobs, health and education with Bloomfield residents.

Monday, April 15, 2013  The debate rages on in Des Moines overa health care plan for Iowa.

Monday, March 04, 2013  IowaCare was designed to provide limited health benefits to low-income adults.

Friday, November 16, 2012  Pekin Elementary School received the State Champion Fitness Award.

Wednesday, October 03, 2012  Last year, around 600 to 800 people participated in the Healthiest State Walk.

Monday, October 01, 2012  Organizers hope the event's second year draws even more walkers.

Wednesday, August 22, 2012  It is that time of the year again; public health officials are on the lookout for the West Nile Virus.

Thursday, July 19, 2012 

Thursday, June 28, 2012  In a landmark decision by the U.S. Supreme Court, on a five to four vote, the Affordable Care Act, or as some call, “Obamacare,” was ruled constitutional.

Saturday, April 14, 2012  Davis County Hospital hosts first annual "Got Pink'd" Women's Health Fair on Saturday April 14

Monday, April 09, 2012  Jefferson County was named the 14th healthiest county in the state of Iowa by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the University of Wisconsin Population of Health Institute.

Monday, February 13, 2012  Ottumwa is hoping to become a Blue Zones City