University of Iowa Health Care

NCAA March Madness is in Iowa City! 🏀 Please allow extra time if you plan to visit our university campus March 19-23 as we expect increased traffic in the area.

Spring is beautiful…but allergy season isn’t. 🤧🌼 Check out 3 simple tips to help manage seasonal allergies and breathe easier this spring: uihc.pulse.ly/epejpvklf9

Early cancer symptoms can be easy to miss because they often mimic everyday health issues like bloating, fatigue, or back pain. Learn what symptoms women should never ignore and why early detection matters. bnd.pulse.ly/prnfcqlqio

Two Illinois teens raised $3,550 through the Higgy Bear Million Bear Challenge — donating 280 bears to young scoliosis patients starting brace treatment at our North Liberty campus. 🧸 uihc.pulse.ly/nv7auwsxia

Our “Gothic Tower” has been an iconic part of our university campus since its completion in 1928. While larger medical buildings now surround it, the tower can still be clearly seen if you know just where to stand. 👀

Most UI Health Care ambulatory care clinics have reopened following today’s winter weather. Clinics that remain closed or are still delayed can be found on our website. If you have an appointment during this window at a location that remains closed or delayed, please call your clinic for information about how to reschedule. Find more information: pulse.pulse.ly/h2zje26bhf

Due to weather conditions, all UI Health Care ambulatory care clinics across the state — including those at our university, North Liberty, and downtown campuses — will delay opening until 10 a.m. If you have an appointment during this window, please call your clinic for information about how to reschedule.

🐾 Did you know we now have a facility dog that works with our adult patients at our university campus? Meet Frozeti, a full-time member of the recreational therapy department who currently works primarily with outpatient infusion and radiation oncology patients.

Researchers at the Institute for Clinical and Translational Science are advancing remote blood pressure monitoring to improve hypertension care for rural moms. 🩺 uiowa.pulse.ly/we3g6fydgd

Congratulations to 36 UI Health Care nurses recognized as 2026 Great Iowa Nurses! 👏 This honor celebrates nurses who go above and beyond to provide compassionate, high-quality care for patients and families across Iowa. uihc.pulse.ly/em7w6mod1t

Prostate cancer often develops slowly, and recognizing potential warning signs is important for early detection and effective treatment. Don’t wait. Know the symptoms: uihc.pulse.ly/iwe42n0zh9

Lungs have few nerve endings, so many lung cancers develop without noticeable symptoms in the early stages. Watch for changes like shortness of breath, unexplained fatigue, or a persistent cough. Learn more about symptoms and eligibility for cancer screening: uihc.pulse.ly/slqmsohcrz

⏰ Set your clocks forward for daylight saving time tonight! Sleep tips: Stick to your schedule, relax before bed, and get morning light to reset your body clock. 🌞🌙 uihc.pulse.ly/woxlgv3c9y

“I love being known by family medicine,” Katie Hoak says. “I love the continuity of care that they provide.” The Hoak family knows family medicine really is care for the whole family, even as their family prepares to grow. Read their story: uihc.pulse.ly/c5qn4beixn

Did you know you can join the wait list at any of our Quick Care or Urgent Care locations before you head out? Find your location online, estimate your time of arrival, and then hit “I’m on my way.” You can even get text updates letting you know when to arrive and how many people may be ahead of you. uihc.pulse.ly/78dczmog45

When Paige Beaudry joined the nursing team in July 2025, she was already training with the U.S. Women’s Deaf National Soccer Team and planning to participate in the Deaflympics in Tokyo. She says the support of her new managers and colleagues helped make it happen. “I couldn’t have asked for anything better than what I have here. They were all super excited when I won, they have been super supportive through it all.”

Symptoms of BPH and ED can impact your quality of life, but both conditions are highly preventable and treatable. Talking with a health care provider can help you explore your options — from simple lifestyle changes to effective medications. Learn more: uihc.pulse.ly/wil9qv3cjr

When you’re part of our nursing float pool, you control your career with flexible scheduling, stacked incentives, and competitive pay. All at Iowa’s top health care system. Learn more: uihc.pulse.ly/ytkjamvung

By adding an AirCare base in Davenport, we expanded access to life‑saving critical care services for people in the Quad Cities region. Together with the existing bases in Iowa City, Waterloo, and Dubuque, expert emergency care is now more readily available across the area. 🚁 Aviation services provided by Air Methods. uihc.pulse.ly/itdk5nbzm5