Rural Iowa hospitals face up to $1 billion losses from COVID 19
IowaWatch outlines that 44 of 118 Iowa hospitals ended their last audited year in the red, with rural facilities hard hit as COVID 19 slashed nonemergency services. Leaders warn CARES Act relief covers only part of the shortfall, amid delayed elective procedures and uncertain revenue recovery.
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Schilling Takes Time Off After Cancer Diagnosis in Iowa 2nd Race
Primary challenger Lance Schilling, an Iowa Republican, pauses campaigning after revealing cancer, planning a quick return. Miller-Meeks, a physician and veteran, leads in fundraising with $516,320 total donations and $400,000 cash on hand, while Schilling reports $99,650 raised and $55,000 cash. Endorsements include Santorum and Jordan for Schilling. Ernst backs Miller-Meeks.
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