The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

Two doctors show off their mustaches for BeardUP!, November 7, 2021. They and other doctors participate in this tradition every November to promote men’s health.

University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics raises awareness for men’s health with Beard Up!

Lillian Poulsen, News Reporter November 11, 2021

University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics is participating in Beard Up!, a men’s health campaign, to raise awareness for men’s physical and mental well-being during November — Men’s Health Awareness...

A COVID-19 vaccination card is seen at Adler Journalism Building at the University of Iowa Monday, Oct. 11, 2021.

Recipients of Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine could improve immunity with mRNA boosters, public health experts say

Lillian Poulsen, News Reporter November 11, 2021

A few weeks after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention cleared booster shots for Modena’s and Johnson & Johnson’s vaccine, public health experts suggest recipients of the Johnson...

From left to right: Social Worker Sarah Hambright, Clinical Professor Alison Lynch and Clinical Assistant Professor Meagan Thompson pose for a portrait at Stead Family Children’s Hospital in Iowa City on Nov. 4, 2021.

Maternal Substance Use Disorder Clinic challenges stigmas, improves access to care

Lillian Poulsen, News Reporter November 7, 2021

Thousands of people across the state of Iowa have substance use disorders, including Amanda Eleazer, a customer service worker from Burlington. After several years of struggling with a heroin addiction,...

Kid captain Bridgette Bissell talks with head coach Kirk Ferentz after receiving a signed football from the team during “Kid’s Day at Kinnick” inside Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 14.

Kid Captain Bridgette Bissell hopes her ‘fighting spirit’ will help lead Iowa to victory

Josie Fischels, Managing Editor November 4, 2021

Holly the pet rat crawled in between the folds of Bridgette Bissell’s hoodie, stopping to nestle comfortably in the crook of the teen’s neck. The 18-year-old giggled and stroked the rat’s soft...

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UI center identifies K-12 students need for mental health resources

Sam Knupp, News Reporter November 3, 2021

Editor’s note: This article deals with topics related to suicide Iowa educators can help to prevent suicide among students by recognizing signs of mental illness among students and having resources...

The UIHC is seen on Wednesday, April 7, 2021.

UI Hospitals and Clinics see improvements in COVID-19 cases while still struggling with capacity

Kate Perez, News Reporter November 3, 2021

The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics is seeing an overall improvement in COVID-19 numbers as it gets ready for the cold and flu season but remains cautious as it still faces capacity issues. “Both...

University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics are seen on Tuesday, June 23, 2020.

COVID-19 disrupted progress toward ending cancer disparities, UI experts say

Lillian Poulsen, News Reporter November 2, 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted progress toward ending cancer disparities, experts at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics say, leading to fewer opportunities for new research and clinical...

Kid Captain Madison Williams serves as an inspiration for those around her

Kid Captain Madison Williams serves as an inspiration for those around her

Hannah Pinski, Opinions and Amplify Editor October 28, 2021

Madison Williams is a people person. The 9-year-old is involved in Girls Scouts, enjoys singing and dancing, and loves to give hugs. So, when her parents Stephanie and Kevin Williams told her she...

U of Iowa students given first round of vaccinations on Thursday, Jan 28, 2021. A medical student receives the Moderna vaccine.

COVID-19, flu vaccines safe to take together

Sam Knupp, News Reporter October 27, 2021

Medical experts say people can get their COVID-19 and flu vaccination at the same time, as the flu season and winter approaches. Mike Brownlee, chief pharmacy officer at the University of Iowa Hospitals...

Denise Martinez named interim associate VP for health parity with UI Health Care

Denise Martinez named interim associate VP for health parity with UI Health Care

Anthony Neri, News Reporter October 26, 2021

University of Iowa Health Care named Denise Martinez its first interim associate vice president for health parity following years of working towards equity in health. She currently works as the...

University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics as seen on Tuesday, June 23, 2020.

University of Iowa Health Care adds Moderna and J&J vaccines to employee booster program

Lillian Poulsen, News Reporter October 26, 2021

The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics added Moderna and Johnson & Johnson (Janssen) COVID-19 vaccines to the booster program for UI Health Care faculty and staff on Friday. On Friday,...

University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics as seen on Tuesday, June 23, 2020.

Respiratory illness cases climb, health experts recommend COVID-19, flu vaccines

Lillian Poulsen, News Reporter October 25, 2021

Testing centers and public health experts in Johnson County are seeing more cases of other respiratory illnesses compared to last year as COVID-19 cases decrease in the county but remain high. Johnson...

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