Jones Regional Medical Center

03/06/2026

Planning a "vasectomy-cation" for the big tournament in a few weeks? 🏀 Read this first. https://uph.link/exs

A vasectomy is a simple procedure where the tubes allowing s***m to exit the te**es are isolated and blocked using various techniques. To get a vasectomy, a recommended first step is to talk with your primary doctor and discuss whether this permanent form of birth control is right for you.

03/05/2026

From thyroid to iron levels, here’s why you’re always chilly. https://uph.link/b03816

Discover the common reasons for feeling cold all the time, including potential medical conditions, lifestyle factors and when to seek medical advice. Learn how to address cold intolerance, according to a doctor.

03/03/2026

Curious how often you should be going #2? 🤔 https://uph.link/e486f4

While we all have to go, everyone’s body is different. Learn more about your bowel movements, why it’s so important to pay attention to your p**p and when to worry about changes in bowel movements.

03/03/2026

Fighting the flu? Check your pantry for these staples to help you recover faster. https://uph.link/826280

Whether influenza A, B or C, learn what you should eat and how to stay hydrated to help your body heal as quickly as possible, according to a medical expert.

03/02/2026

It's the 3rd most common cancer and is increasingly found in younger people. https://uph.link/aa1e32

Colon cancer is more common than people might think, which can cause the warning signs to be overlooked. Learn more about the early signs and symptoms of colon cancer and when you should get screenings.

02/28/2026

Doing everything right, but the numbers on the scale don't add up? Here's what's behind those mysterious pounds. https://uph.link/e8eccc

Discover the surprising causes of weight gain beyond diet and exercise. Learn when to be concerned and how to take control of your health with expert insights from UnityPoint Health.

02/27/2026

Is your lingering cough actually walking pneumonia? Here's how to tell. 🫁⚠️https://uph.link/3fcd3c

Learn about pneumonia symptoms, causes and treatment at UnityPoint Health. Find walk-in care for viral and bacterial pneumonia, recovery tips and prevention guidance in Iowa and Illinois.

02/26/2026

Our partnership with Purdue Global is helping grow our future nursing workforce close to home! Jones Regional Medical Center currently has three team members, Randy Harbaugh, Kendra Neal, and Savanna Venenga, advancing their nursing education through Purdue Global while continuing to work right here at JRMC.

This collaboration allows students to complete clinicals within our community, strengthen their skills in a familiar environment, and seamlessly transition into RN roles after graduation. Through our shared Center for Healthcare Education and Simulation, students can also practice in a safe, hands‑on learning space before moving into direct patient care.

02/24/2026

Here's when antibiotics will kick your crud, and when they won't. https://uph.link/hmk

Antibiotics may help when you have a bacterial infection. But, how do they work and when do doctors prescribe them? Learn about antibiotics from a medical expert and how to avoid antibiotic resistance.

02/23/2026

Big news for our community! Jones Regional Medical Center has been awarded a federal grant to bring advanced robotic surgical technology to Anamosa. This exciting development means more cutting-edge care closer to home. Watch the story from KCRG-TV9 to learn how this new equipment will benefit patients.

The new equipment is expected to allow patients to receive care closer to home.

02/21/2026

13 unexpected reasons why you're so tired.

Fatigue can have a major impact on enjoying daily activities—or even just trying to function normally. It's important to know what constitutes actual fatigue symptoms vs just feeling sleepy. Learn what fatigue typically feels like and when it’s time to see a doctor.