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Danielle Gehr
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Producer, Iowa Public Radio
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Style, Parenting, Kids, Technology, Music, Pop Culture, Politics
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By Natalie Dunlap, Ben Kieffer Verified, Danielle Gehr Verified| Iowa Public Radio Verified Iowa is among the worst states in the country for physician-to-patient ratio. It ranks 44th in United States for physicians per capita, according to the Iowa Medical Society. The problem is especially acute for patients in rural areas seeking specialized care. It takes several years to train and educate a physician, so there is no quick fix. By 2030 — five years from now — Iowa is expected to be short about 1,600 doctors. But healthcare professionals are working on solutions.
By Natalie Dunlap, Danielle Gehr Verified, Charity Nebbe| Iowa Public Radio Verified An Iowa City resident discovered the first rusty patch bumble bee nest in the state since the species was listed as endangered in 2017. In August, Michelle Wiegand, an education specialist at Johnson County Conservation, spotted a group of bees going in and out of a small hole in the soil in her backyard. Because of some markings on their bodies, she thought the bees could be the endangered rusty patch species. “I'm not an expert on bees, and so I wasn't 100% positive.
By Natalie Dunlap, Ben Kieffer Verified, Danielle Gehr Verified| Iowa Public Radio Verified Iowa is among the worst states in the country for physician-to-patient ratio. It ranks 44th in United States for physicians per capita, according to the Iowa Medical Society. The problem is especially acute for patients in rural areas seeking specialized care. It takes several years to train and educate a physician, so there is no quick fix. By 2030 — five years from now — Iowa is expected to be short about 1,600 doctors. But healthcare professionals are working on solutions.
Company Info
Iowa Public Radio
Iowa Public Radio (IPR) is a statewide public radio network in Iowa, established in December 2004. It combines the operations of several National Public Radio (NPR) member stations, including those affiliated with Iowa State University, the University of Iowa, and the University of Northern Iowa. IPR is known for its comprehensive coverage across Iowa's 99 counties. IPR offers a variety of radio programming, including three main streams: a News stream focusing on current events, a News/Studio One stream that blends news with cultural and entertainment content, and a Classical stream dedicated to classical music. The network also produces local content, particularly during weekends and evenings, and distributes podcasts like "From the Archives," which highlights historical material from its stations. IPR serves a diverse audience of approximately 236,000 listeners statewide, providing educational, cultural, and news content to both rural and urban communities.
Des Moines, Iowa, United States
+1 800-861-8000
Founded: 2004