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

According to the 2013 Gallup-Healthways Well-Being Index^®, Iowa is #10 in the nation when it comes to being physically, emotionally, and mentally healthy. Though cracking the top 10 is a great improvement from the #19 position we held when the Initiative was announced, we know we can claim the #1 spot by 2016. It’s ambitious, but with your help, we can change Iowa and show the rest of the nation the road to wellness. Take the pledge to create a healthier, happier Iowa today!