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Together, let’s make Iowa the healthiest state in the nation by 2016.

According to the 2012 Gallup-Healthways Well-Being Index^®, Iowa is #9 in the nation when it comes to being physically, emotionally and mentally healthy. This is a great improvement from the #16 position we previously held, but we know we can claim the #1 spot by 2016. It’s ambitious, but with your help, we can help change Iowa and show the rest of the nation the road to wellness. Take the pledge to help create a healthier, happier Iowa today!