Hit the ice
With a chill in the air and the first flakes falling earlier this week, it seems fitting that today would be the opening day for the Brenton Skating Plaza. The fun starts tonight at 5 p.m. as eager skaters take […]
Opportunities abound in military medicine Just ask Al
While many perceive military life as defined by discipline, rules and restrictions, even a quick scan of the curriculum vitae of Alfred Shwayhat, D.O.’96, M.H.A.’95, M.P.H., FACP, FACE, shows its opportunities. A captain in the U.S. Navy, he is designated
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Taking DMU to South America
DMU students pursue opportunities for global service and experiential learning through the University and on their own. Daniel Cole, Phyllis Huang and Geraldine Delos Santos, members of the College of Osteopathic Medicine Class of 2016, are examples of the latter:
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Should “meatless Monday” be every day?
I have mixed feelings when it comes to meat. I grew up on a family farm where my parents raised cattle, hogs and chickens, most of which ended up on someone’s plate (including ours). While I understand people who consider
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Be flu-free this year
It’s that time of year to enjoy the changing fall colors, carve pumpkins, go to football games and get shot – the flu shot, that is. Influenza is a highly contagious viral infection that affects mainly the nose, throat, chest
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Sharing means caring
It is now easier than ever to share your good news with the DMU community. With the newly created ‘share’ page on the DMU website, you can submit all sorts of information. Here are the types of news we hope
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Des Moines University approved as BOC provider
Des Moines University is now qualified to offer live continuing education activities to Board of Certification (BOC) Certified Athletic Trainers for Category A credit. DMU joins more than 1,100 BOC Approved Providers offering quality continuing education to more than 40,000
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Enjoy DMU professor’s art in Ames Sunday
The nice weather we’re enjoying is a great reason to get out and about this weekend. If you like art, you will love the annual Octagon Arts Festival just up the interstate in the Main Street Cultural District of downtown
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The not-so-sweet side of sugar
The August issue of National Geographic magazine featured as its cover story an exploration of sugar and “why we can’t resist it.” Author Rich Cohen takes us on a grim trip through the history, use, increased use and health effects
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