LENEXA, KANSAS (March 16, 2020) — The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is releasing an expanded list of EPA-registered disinfectant products that have qualified for use against SARS-CoV-2, the novel coronavirus that causes COVID-19. The list contains nearly 200 additional products — including 40 new products that went through the agency’s expedited review process. The agency also made key enhancements to the web-based list to improve its usefulness.

DES MOINES, IOWA (March 14, 2020) — The Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) has been notified of one additional positive case of an Iowan with COVID-19, for a total of 18 positive cases. The individual is an older adult age 61-80, and a resident of Dallas County.

Additionally, IDPH has determined, based on the new COVID-19 case and the announcement this evening of community spread in Omaha, Nebraska, there is now community spread in our state.

LENEXA, KANSAS (March 9, 2020) — The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) notified registrants of disinfectants that due to the outbreak of the novel coronavirus, SARS-CoV-2, the cause of COVID-19, the agency is expediting the review of submissions from companies requesting to add Emerging Viral Pathogens claims to their already-registered surface disinfectant labels.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (February 25, 2020) — Gilda’s Club is hosting a free workshop titled “Physical Activity and Relaxation” on Thursday, March 12, 12–1PM, at Gilda’s Club (1234 East River Drive, Davenport, IA).

Individuals may face difficulties during and after treatment knowing when and what physical activity they should participate in. Stress and anxiety may also impact daily activities, leading to the need of tools to help get into a relaxed state of mind.