The following first-person testimonial about her experiences was written by Cara Crumrine, RN for UnityPoint Health As an intensive care nurse at UnityPoint Health, I’ve seen fellow medical personnel in my life putting out scary memes and begging posts asking people to help them. I’ve seen other community members speak about how it’s not right or fair to have government officials interfere in their livelihood. I’ve seen these comments, plus countless more, and decided it’s time to speak up. This is hard. I haven’t been in a situation where I watch the world I’ve built with hard work... Read More

Ian Hutto is struggling to deal with the Covid-19 pandemic, both at work and home. The 35-year-old native of Chicagoland is an ICU nurse at UnityPoint Health – Trinity in Rock Island. His wife, Annette, owns Cool Beanz Coffeehouse at 30th Street and 14th Avenue, Rock Island, and they’re raising their nine-month-old daughter, Lydia, while Ian also is studying for his master’s in nursing from University of Illinois-Chicago. “It has been a stress like I’ve never felt in my life,” Ian said recently. “In a good and very bad way at the same time. It’s overwhelming; I am the type of person... Read More

UnityPoint Health® – Trinity is urging the community to do their part and take action to help slow the spread of COVID-19. Cases of COVID-19 are spiking throughout the Quad Cities and surrounding areas, causing a significant increase in hospitalizations. Now more than ever, it is crucial for the entire community to understand what they do impacts everyone, and the challenges we are facing are very real and urgent. The entire UnityPoint Health system is seeing an increase in COVID-19 positivity rates and hospitalizations. “If the presence of COVID-19 in our communities is a marathon and not... Read More

The Quad-Cities is one of the top 15 places where covid cases are increasing the fastest in the United States, according to new statistics released today. Among metro areas with at least 50,000 people, the Iowa/Illinois Quad-Cities ranks number 13 among the fastest risers, almost doubling its number of cases within the past week, from 1,476 to 2,922. According to a report in the New York Times today, the daily average of new COVID-19 cases in the country this past week has gone up 64 percent in two weeks, hitting 116,448 today. Helping to spike the numbers were a one-day record of 131,420 cases... Read More

Western Illinois University’s Beu Health Center will offer the final seasonal flu shot clinic of the semester for Western students on the Macomb campus Tuesday, Nov. 10. Flu shots are free for WIU students; however, they must present a valid WIU ID card. Scheduled flu shot clinics will be offered from 1:30-3:30 p.m. in the Student Recreation Center’s Mac Gym. WIU School of Nursing students will administer the vaccine. For more information, contact Beu Health Center at (309) 298-1888.  Read More

Are you feeling the swirls of spookiness in the air? If you’re a lover of all things fall and freaky – there is no shortage of exciting and fun things to do in the Quad Cities, this week! QuadCities.com proudly presents FUN10, a list of the top 10 things to do in the Quad Cities this week, and every week! Every Sunday, we drop a new FUN10, to give you a head start on your week and a heads up on what’s going on over the coming seven days. Check out FUN10 every Sunday for the details on ten awesome events happening around town. It’s a cool read, and a great way to get started planning your... Read More

Davenport Parks and Recreation Department will host another Fejervary Family Fun Day this Saturday Sep 19 from 12 – 5 p.m. at Fejervary Park (1800 W 12th Street Davenport). This week’s theme is ‘Healthy Family Day’. Fejervary Family Fun Days will be Hands-Free. Unfortunately, due to COVID-19, there will be a few modifications: No petting zoo. No bounce house. No face painting. Safety Information: Surfaces will be sanitized regularly as allowed. Public health officials remind you to : Stay home if you’re sick. Practice social distancing. Avoid touching surfaces. Wash your hands with... Read More

Enhance your health and support small local businesses at Free Community Yoga Health & Vendor Fair this Saturday Jun 27 from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. at Volleyball Factory (2060 W. River Drive Davenport). Event Agenda: 9:00 – Doors open to visit with vendors 10:00 – 10:05: Program Introduction 10:05 – 10:50: YOGA with Aaron Elston Howard 10:50 – 11:00 Presentation of Sponsor/Vendor giveaways 11:00 – 12:00: Visit with vendors   It is recommended to arrive between 9:00am – 9:45am. Bring a yoga mat or towel, water bottle, and money if you wish to purchase items... Read More

A healthier you in 2020 starts with a strong foundation. Rock Island Arsenal’s annual MWR Health Fair is a great place to gather all kinds of health-related information and resources. Come visit all the vendors at the 2020 MWR Health Fair on Wednesday Feb 12 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. for some great information on building a healthy foundation for lifelong better health.  The fair will take place in the Rock Island Arsenal Fitness Center (3395 Rodman Avenue Bldg 67 Rock Island). Over 70 local businesses and organizations will fill the Fitness Center and be ready to provide you with a myriad... Read More

Are you ready to get 2020 started off on a healthy path? Then join Howard Health Quarters at the first Free Community YOGA Health & Vendor Fair of the new year! Free Community YOGA Health & Vendor Fair will take place on Saturday Feb 1 from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. at the TaxSlayer Center (1201 River Drive Moline). This event is an inspiring, motivational, and life-improving experience designed for all fitness levels from beginner to advanced. All Participants can be entered into drawings for chances to win valuable prizes from vendors and sponsors!   Event Agenda 9 a.m.                               ... Read More