Iowa ranks high for women and children health nationwide
The 2018 Health of Women and Children Report places Iowa ninth in the nation driven by high school graduation and preventive care but pulled down by substance use. Prenatal care and well baby visits are strong, while excessive drinking and smoking among women suppress the overall ranking.
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Heckroth launches ads in Iowa's 1st District
Democratic hopeful Thomas Heckroth begins TV advertising with three spots Better Defend Fix ahead of the June 5 primary. He cites listening to Iowans and working for progressive aims while opposing Republicans including Rod Blum and Donald Trump. He worked for Tom Harkin and the Obama era Labor Department. Other 1st District candidates are Ramsey III Rowe and Finkenauer. The district covers Cedar Rapids Dubuque and Waterloo.
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Correction on Iowa medical marijuana dispensary app count
The Gazette reports a correction after overstating the number of license applications for medical marijuana dispensaries in Iowa. Seven entities were said to file 21 applications, but Cedar Rapids has only one application. The correction clarifies the initial error and cites the Iowa Department of Public Health.
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Cedar Rapids teacher Randy Ray runs for Iowa House 68
Randy Ray a 38-year Cedar Rapids educator at Washington High School and former coach announces a bid for the Iowa House District 68 as a Republican. He frames education reform and small business experience as key assets, facing Democrat nominee from Marion in a competitive, high profile race.
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