Natalie Krebs
Natalie Krebs is the health reporter for Iowa Public Radio in Des Moines. She previously worked as an independent producer in west Texas where she covered issues related to the environment, immigration and health care. She has a master’s degree in journalism from the University of Texas at Austin.
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In many states , emergency medical services are not considered essential, like fire or police. That means when you call 911, there’s no guarantee an... -
The federal government recently raised the smoking age to 21 to help curb teen vaping. Some are applauding the decision as a win for public health.... -
Just a few weeks ago, some Midwest state legislatures were aiming to raise the legal age for smoking. But Congress moved first, setting a new national... -
Across the country, nearly 95,000 people are waiting for a kidney transplant. And the list has been growing for years. That's pushed some people to try... -
Figuring out America’s healthcare system can be hard for anyone. It can be especially challenging for refugees, who often face significant language and... -
For months, Democratic presidential candidates have been swarming Iowa, seeking support for the caucuses on February 3. Healthcare -- and how to pay for... -
Jessica Sheridan’s plan was to have her first daughter at the local hospital, five minutes from her house in Iowa Falls. But when she was seven months...
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Schools are often on the forefront in spotting mental health issues in children. But historically educators have received little training in this area.... -
Rural areas in America have high death rates from car crashes, hunting accidents and other trauma. But many rural hospitals are only equipped to handle...
