Spring and summer can bring sunny days, blooming flowers, and—for many of us—seasonal allergies. Also known as hay fever or allergic rhinitis, these spring and summer allergies can cause various symptoms, including sneezing, runny nose, watery eyes, itchy throat, congestion, fatigue, headache, and skin rashes. To put it simply, they can be miserable. Thankfully, Christina Kopp, ARNP, advanced…

Diana Marquez, RN, has always made it her mission to make a difference in the lives of her patients at UI Health Care. Her commitment was on full display when she used her bilingual skills and sound judgment to ease a challenging situation in the Neuro-Epilepsy Monitoring Unit at the UI Health Care Medical Center - University Campus.

One common issue is an arrhythmia, which means your heart beats too fast, too slow, or in an irregular way. The good news is that you can make simple lifestyle changes to help keep your heart healthy and lower your risk of developing arrhythmias.

What is a vasectomy? A vasectomy is a safe, effective form of male birth control. It’s a minor surgical procedure that prevents sperm from mixing with semen. During your vasectomy, a urologist will cut and seal the vas deferens, which are the tubes that carry sperm cells from the testicles. Without sperm cells in the semen, fertilization cannot occur. Why choose a vasectomy? Many men choose…

Providing comfort during life’s most difficult moments requires not only skill but also compassion. For Alaina Zachary, BSN, RN, CEN, that compassion shined through when caring for a patient who was near their end of life in the Emergency Department (ED) at UI Health Care Medical Center - University Campus. After the patient had returned to the ED following treatment, Zachary stepped in to ease…

Whether you're a seasoned athlete, a weekend warrior, or simply someone who loves staying active, injuries can throw a wrench in your plans. Former athlete and respected orthopedic surgeon Brian Wolf, MD, MS, understands these challenges firsthand. Now the director of University of Iowa Sports Medicine and head team physician for UI Athletics, Wolf brings his extensive experience with knee,…

Kinslee Mack’s fifth birthday was an especially big one for the Marion, Iowa girl. Kinslee was born with two rare congenital disorders, including TBCD, an ultra-rare genetic disorder that affects the brain, spinal cord, and other parts of the body. There are fewer than 50 cases in the world. Patients diagnosed with TBCD – tubulin folding cofactor D – typically have a lifespan of three to five…

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) reaffirms that the tiniest pediatric patients are in the best hands at University of Iowa Health Care. The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at UI Health Care Stead Family Children’s Hospital is one of the first to receive a new, national designation from the AAP recognizing those with the highest levels of neonatal care. The AAP's Neonatal Excellence Program…

Your heart has an electrical system that tells it when to beat, but sometimes, those signals don’t work correctly. When that happens, your heartbeat can feel off—like a skipped beat, a flutter, or a racing heart. "Many people experience occasional heart palpitations, but persistent irregular heartbeats could be a sign of something more serious. If you notice changes, don’t ignore them—talk to a…

Every year, the Great Iowa Nurses program recognizes nurses across the state who go above and beyond every day to provide safe, compassionate care for their patients and share their knowledge and leadership with their communities. We are proud to announce that 24 UI Health Care nurses were named among this year’s distinguished group.