Mayor Removes Mask Mandate In Des Moines

Cownie issued an emergency proclamation in response to the community spread of the coronavirus in March of last year.

Red Cross Blood Drives Coming Up In Des Moines Area

There is no wait period for blood donations after receiving a coronavirus vaccine dose.

How Much Of Polk County Population Is Vaccinated?

Here is how the Des Moines area is doing with coronavirus vaccinations.

Update: Check Hospital Capacity In Des Moines Area

Here's how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospitals in Polk County.

Polk County Coronavirus Vaccination, Cases: Latest Info

Here is how the Des Moines area is doing in the race to vaccinate its population.

Latest Info: Des Moines Area Coronavirus Cases, Vaccine

Here is how Iowa is doing compared to other states in the race to vaccinate residents.

Blood Donors Needed In Des Moines Area: Red Cross Drives Coming Up Soon

Here's a list of the Red Cross blood drives being held near you within the next two weeks.

Coronavirus Spring Cleanup: Big Turnout Expected For 1st SCRUB Event In Des Moines

SCRUB stands for Spring Cleanup to Reduce Urban Blight and the season’s first event is March 20.

How Coronavirus Is Affecting Des Moines Area Nursing Homes: Weekly Update

The federal government is tracking the decline of COVID-19 cases in nursing homes, including in the Des Moines area.

How COVID-19 Is Affecting Des Moines Nursing Homes: Weekly Update

The federal government has been tracking coronavirus cases and deaths in nursing homes, including in Des Moines.

Here’s How Coronavirus Is Affecting Des Moines Nursing Homes

The federal government has been tracking coronavirus cases and deaths in nursing homes, including in Des Moines.

Health Impacts of Air Pollution: Local Resident Shares Story

New campaign calls on Des Moines residents to take action against climate change, air pollution

City Of Des Moines And CISS Feed DSM Neighbors During Pandemic

The participating restaurants in the Mulberry Street Café program are paid for each meal from $350,000 in COVID-19 relief funds.

Iowa Biofuels Plants Donate Materials For Prisoners To Make Hand Sanitizer

Absolute Energy and biodiesel manufacturer Western Iowa Energy, based in Des Moines, donate ingredients for hand sanitizers to Iowa prisons.

Mayor Urges Des Moines Residents: 'Stay Home, Stay Healthy'

"We know from health officials that the single, best way to control the spread of COVID-19 is to avoid unnecessary contact with others."

Coronavirus: Des Moines City Buildings Closing Due To COVID-19

“Our number one job as a City is keeping our residents, staff and community safe,” said Mayor Frank Cownie.

Coronavirus: Des Moines Mayor Declares State Of Emergency

A state of emergency has been declared in the City of Des Moines in response to the community spread of the coronavirus/COVID-19 pandemic.

Coronavirus: Des Moines Mayor Encourages Cancellation Of Events

Mayor Frank Cownie strongly advises Des Moines businesses, churches, event planners and organizations to consider canceling gatherings.

Lung Association Announces New Route for Fight For Air Climb

Building change allows residents to experience more of downtown Des Moines

The Iowa Clinic Teams Up with the American Lung Association

The Iowa Clinic Teams Up with the American Lung Association To Educate Healthcare Professionals on Lung Disease and Lung Cancer

EMC Promotes Healthy Communities Through the Fight For Air Climb

EMC Insurance Companies Promotes Healthy Communities, Healthy Employees Through Fight For Air Climb

Avoiding an Avocado Slip Up on Cinco de Mayo

Athletico Occupational Therapists Share Tips on Avoiding This Common Injury

The Iowa Clinic Invests in Critical Lung Disease Education

Today, the American Lung Association in Iowa announced that The Iowa Clinic has signed on as the presenting sponsor for the 2019 LUNG FORCE

Man Climbs Towers for 10th Anniversary of Double Lung Transplant

Team 27 tackles towers for Fight For Air Climb in downtown Des Moines

New Treatments, Lung Disease Management Focus of LUNG FORCE Expo

Cutting-edge treatments and innovative management for lung disease and lung cancer are themes for the 2019 LUNG FORCE Expo.

Iowa Resident to Climb Towers while Battling Stage 4 COPD

Brian Bodenberger participates to raise awareness, funds to fight lung disease

EMC Insurance Companies Invests in Clean Air, Healthy Lungs

Leading insurance company sponsors the Fight For Air Climb

Iowa Man’s Prostate Removed After Wrong Cancer Diagnosis: Lawsuit

After he was wrongly diagnosed with cancer, Iowa man suffers effects of unnecessary surgery to remove his prostate gland, lawsuit says.

Iowans Hit the Stairs to Train for Annual Des Moines Event

Training, team building and fundraising start today for the biggest stair climb in Iowa, the Fight For Air Climb in downtown Des Moines.

Iowans Share #ProudQuitter Stories to Inspire Others

Lung Association in Iowa shares resources to quit smoking

New Rule Protects 6,000 Iowa Residents From Secondhand Smoke

Iowa public housing residents will be protected from the dangers of secondhand smoke through a new smokefree housing rule HUD

Take Kids' Stomach Aches Seriously: Iowa Girl Dies Of E. Coli

The mother of a second-grader from Iowa who died of E. coli complications says it's important to take kids' stomach aches seriously.

Four Positive Impacts After 10 Years of Smokefree Air in Iowa

Lung Association Celebrates significant milestone

Flu Season Sends People To Their Doctors In Droves

Visits to the doctor for the flu haven't been this high since 2009.

Walmart Has A New Program To Help America's Opioid Crisis

"We’re taking an active role in fighting our nation’s opioid issue," Walmart Vice President Marybeth Hays said.

Save Your Brain: Iowa Quiz Uncovers Dementia Risk Level

See whether diet, social engagement and other factors have affected your brain function.

Flu In Iowa: 8 More Deaths Bring Season Toll To 14

Fatal flu cases have been reported in all regions of the state this season, mainly among older and elderly residents.

Iowa Gonorrhea Cases Up 145% In Five Years: Health Department

"Some combination of social forces are at work" in increased number of gonorrhea cases, a health department official says.

Flu Building In Iowa, 4 More Dead: Health Department

State health officials say more cases have been investigated in the past week than last flu season's peak week.

Statewide New Year's Day Hikes Canceled By Frigid Temperatures

The First Day Hikes are planned in every state as part of a national program to get people outside to enjoy parks and natural settings.

Iowa Creates 'Opioid Initiatives Director' To Focus State Efforts

The state's efforts will focus on preventing deaths due to opioid overdose, Kevin Gabbert says.