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Cancer rates among young adults continue to rise. A recent story from PBS News examines these increasing rates and steps you can take to lower your risk. Visit the link to watch.

The alarming rise of cancer in young adults and steps that could lower the risk - Horizons We tend to think of cancer as a disease that mainly affects older people, but an increasing number of diagnoses are happening amongst the young. What is behind this alarming rise? And can anything be done to prevent it? Horizons moderator William Brangham explores those questions and more with Laura...

Housing plays a key role in the well-being of families. A recent report from Chapin Hall outlines the challenges being faced and how cross-sector collaboration can keep children and their families safe and stably housed. Click the link to learn more.

Housing as a Foundational Element of Family Well-Being - Chapin Hall There is growing evidence that housing instability and family homelessness are key drivers of child welfare system contact. To keep families together, states

Applications for uVoice are due June 6th! See below for more information about the program and how to apply.

Applications for the 2026/2027 uVoice: Youth Philanthropy Board are OPEN! Central Iowa high school students who are interested in this unique leadership opportunity can complete a brief interest form on our website: https://www.cyconcepts.org/uvoice

DART's new bus routes will start on June 14, 2026. Open houses to assist riders are being held across Des Moines. Visit the link to learn about these new routes, open houses, and more.

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