UnityPoint Health - Des Moines

As the Level 1 Trauma Center for Central Iowa, our trauma team at Iowa Methodist Medical Center takes their role as public educators seriously. They spent a fun day at the Iowa State Fair offering instruction about how to stop bleeding in case of an emergency medical situation.

Honored to celebrate four years 4️⃣ as a Top Place to Work in Healthcare. @BeckersHR chooses organizations that foster a supportive work environment, professional growth and well-being at work and home. Proud to be in good company. uph.link/ToPlacetoWork2…

The flag is up at Iowa Methodist Medical Center. Happy #DonateLife Month. We honor all those who have beens donors or recipients of the gift of life.

It's #DonateLifeMonth! Please enjoy this wonderful story about the bond between living donor and recipient that brought these two brothers even closer. If you're interested in becoming a living donor, please call UnityPoint Health Transplant Services at 515-241-4044.

Summer, spring, winter or fall? What season has the most popular birth month of all? uph.link/0b6

UnityPoint Health has experienced some technology disruptions due to global IT system outages. Our facilities are open as this is not impacting our ability to provide safe patient care.

Before you throw #meat on the grill, here's how to remove extra #fat first. uph.link/cg6

Thinking about getting #snipped? We've got the all the details on #vasectomies that every man should know first. uph.link/Vasectomy

The good news? More sunshine helps you snooze better. The bad news? There are a few things. Find out. uph.link/0us

Growin' babies can get uncomfy in the summer. Here's what else to expect when you're expecting. uph.link/2e9e19

On your next #outdoor adventure, look out for these hot spots where #rash-causing #plants grow. uph.link/g0u

How can you tell skin cancer from a regular mole? They can be tricky to spot, but here's what doctors look for. uph.link/nhp

Find out these weird but true facts about what lowers and raises a man's risk for #prostate cancer. uph.link/rjs

Getting your #house summer-ready? These are the 4 dirtiest spots you'll want to tackle. uph.link/7sn #germs

Ed enjoys staying active, whether he’s at the gym or riding a four-wheeler. That’s why the 54-year-old husband and father of two was shocked to find out he needed #OpenHeartSurgery. uph.link/e1f966

It's officially pool season. 💦 Here's how to keep the water clean, cool and safe this summer. 🕶️ ☀️ 😎

Noticing forgetfulness or fidgeting? #ADHD doesn't look the same in everyone. Understand the different types and when to get extra support. uph.link/493aed

Here's what's happening in your brain when you're feeling #anxious and how it shows up in your body. uph.link/b271c5 #MentalHealthAwareness

They're UnityPoint Health healthcare workers, of course they're the most amazing team around. 💙 And, of course you can make a difference with us 🤍: uph.link/JoinOurTeam

If ADHD isn't majorly disrupting your life, there are alternatives to medication. uph.link/9fw