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Premature Baby Care
Our comprehensive premature resources are designed to help you navigate preterm parenthood with confidence. Whether you need medical insights, feeding tips or emotional support, our goal is to empower you with the knowledge and tools for a happy, and healthy, start together.
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School & Sports Physical Exams
There's nothing more important than the health and safety of your children. From well-child exams to annual back-to-school and sports physical exams, our providers are here to care for your family.
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When to Seek Urgent Care for Headaches
With more than 150 types of headaches, knowing when to see a doctor can help you get an accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment.
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How to Help Someone Who's Having a Seizure
Knowing what to look for before and during a seizure — and how to help someone experiencing this clinical condition — might come in handy at some point.
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How to Think Clearly Again: Natural Ways to Get Rid of Brain Fog
Brain fog is when your memory or concentration is impaired. It can feel like your thinking is a little sluggish, words are hard to find or like mental exhaustion. There are many possible underlying causes of brain fog such as infection like COVID-19, low iron levels or menopause. Learn how to identify brain fog and when to see a doctor.
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What Causes Frequent Urination and When to Worry
Are you peeing more than normal or wondering if you have an overactive bladder? A UnityPoint Health urologist explains common causes of frequent urination, related conditions and when to see a doctor.
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10 Surprising Activities to Improve Memory with Alzheimer's
There is no known cure for Alzheimer’s disease at this time. However, by doing our best to prevent the disease with the following brain healthy activities, you can help to prolong and improve your overall quality of life.
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Does Stress Cause Stroke?
We all know too much stress in our daily lives is unhealthy. It can cause headaches, upset stomach, anxiety, difficulty sleeping and a whole lot more. But, does stress cause stroke?
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Don’t Wait: Patient Highlights the Importance of Following Screening Recommendations
Like many men, Alan “Al” Markey, a 75-year-old, retired Fort Dodge resident, ignored signs and symptoms of prostate issues until his primary care physician, Aaron Peimann, MD, urged him to do a prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test in November 2019.
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From Stroke to Strength: A Story of Resilience and Recovery
After Jon Turk started experiencing tunnel vision and weakness in his limbs, his sister convinced him it was time to go to the ER. Although in his 40s and physically fit, doctors confirmed he was having a stroke. A year after rehabilitation, Turk is raising stroke awareness for younger adults.