February 2019 • Community Information
Iowa Mission: Lifeline
This year an estimated 1.4 million people will suffer a heart attack. Approximately 400,000 of those victims will experience a STEMI (ST Elevation Myocardial Infarction). Unfortunately, approximately 30% of STEMI patients do not receive any form of treatment to restore blood flow, whether through clot-busting drugs (commonly referred to as thrombolytics)
or percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI). 
Why 3D Mammography ?
We have all heard horror stories about getting mammograms. In fact, discomfort or pain are key reasons why many women avoid potentially life-saving mammography exams. In breast care, seeing the difference can make the difference in a woman’s life. 
Meet Our Hot Shot - Isabelle
Isabelle Glassmaker is a humble and hardworking 7 year old that has had to overcome both social and medical issues in her young life. Since being adopted a year and a half ago, she has been working to overcome underdeveloped speech issues. Izzy loves seeing her “speech doctor” Alissa Paulsen (Speech Therapist) weekly. While others notice how far she has come in her treatment, Izzy still continues to achieve the needed corrections.
Heart Month
Someone in the U.S. dies of cardiovascular disease about every 40 seconds - that represents 2,200 people per day. During American Heart Association reminds people to focus on their hearts and encourages them to get their families, friends and communities involved.