- UI Health Care infectious disease specialists Daniel Diekema, MD, and Patricia Winokur, MD, answered questions about the omicron variant, COVID-19 vaccines, and other topics during a live Q&A on Jan. 14, 2022. Read more
- As the omicron variant sweeps through the country and our community, it seems inevitable that we will all be exposed to someone with COVID-19 at some point. This has some people wondering if they should just get COVID-19 to get it over with. Before you let your guard down, University of Iowa Health Care hospital epidemiologist Dan Diekema, MD, MS, shares a few reasons you should remain vigilant. Read more
- With so many health experts, public officials, and organizations pushing for COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters, you may be wondering why vaccinated individuals are still occasionally getting sick with COVID-19. The answer takes some explanation, with the help of Dan Diekema, MD, MS, hospital epidemiologist and infectious disease specialist. Read more
- Despite this being our second holiday season with COVID-19, the virus is still a very real threat across our community, meaning we need to continue choosing safe ways to celebrate and abiding by safety precautions. Read more
- It’s the holiday season, and although we’ve made many strides in understanding and reducing the effects of COVID-19, it’s still prevalent in our community. Read more
- On Dec. 14, 2020, University of Iowa Health Care employees made history, becoming the first in Iowa and among the first in the nation to receive COVID-19 vaccines. This was a day of hope for many and marked a critical turning point in the pandemic. Read more
- The holidays are right around the corner, and although we’ve made many strides in understanding and reducing the effects of COVID-19, it’s still in our community. Read more
- One of our favorite feasting holidays is right around the corner. Although COVID-19 transmission is still high in our community, there are still ways to enjoy Turkey Day in a safe way. Read more
- While COVID-19 is still present in our community, there’s still a way for you—and your kiddos—to safely satisfy your sweet tooth this Halloween. Read more
- Spooky season is officially upon us, and with it comes cooler weather, sweet treats, and many traditional fall activities. Read more
