NuCara Home Medical

10/07/2026

Fire Prevention Week: Small Devices Can Make a Lifesaving Difference

For people who use oxygen at home, fire safety is especially important. That’s why Medicap Home Medical is proud to support our community by helping make home oxygen use safer.

Earlier this year, our team donated 50+ Firesafe firebreaks to the Des Moines Fire Department to help protect local home oxygen users. These small safety devices connect to oxygen tubing and are designed to stop the flow of oxygen if the tubing catches fire, helping prevent flames from traveling toward the oxygen source.

This Fire Prevention Week, we’re proud to partner with our local first responders to help keep our patients and community safer. ❤️🔥

Have questions about home oxygen equipment or safety? Talk to the Medicap Home Medical team — we’re here to help!

09/30/2026

Ever wake up and find water in your CPAP mask or tubing?

That's called CPAP rainout. It happens when the warm, humid air from your CPAP machine meets cooler air in your tubing, causing moisture to collect as water droplets. The result? Gurgling sounds, water in your mask, and interrupted sleep.

A few simple adjustments may help reduce rainout:

✔ Use heated tubing
✔ Adjust your humidifier settings
✔ Keep your CPAP machine lower than your head while you sleep
✔ Add a hose cover for insulation
✔ Maintain a comfortable bedroom temperature

If rainout is becoming a regular problem, it may be time to explore different equipment options. Our team can help you find solutions that keep your therapy comfortable and your sleep on track. https://ow.ly/9mjS50ZImgT

09/25/2026

UPDATE 12:55 PM - Our power has been restored and we appreciate your patience.

⚡ POWER OUTAGE UPDATE ⚡
12:27 PM Update

We are currently without power at our 1801 2nd Ave location in Des Moines, Iowa.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your patience and understanding.

Please check back for updates - we will continue to keep you informed and let you know as soon as power has been restored.

Thank you for your understanding!

09/23/2026

Come join us at Medicap Home Medical for our Fall Prevention event tomorrow in Ottumwa!!

09/23/2026

If stairs are becoming more difficult due to age, injury, or mobility changes, a stair lift can help you access every level of your home with greater confidence and independence. By reducing the risk of falls and making daily movement easier, stair lifts can help you stay in the home you love longer.

Contact us today to learn how a stair lift or other home modifications can help make your home safer and more accessible. https://ow.ly/4TBt50ZImgl

09/16/2026

Your CPAP equipment works hard every night. Over time, normal wear and tear can impact comfort and therapy effectiveness.

Here are a few signs it may be time to replace your supplies:

✅ Your mask no longer seals properly

✅ You notice more air leaks

✅ Your mask cushion feels stiff or worn

✅ Your equipment isn't as comfortable as it used to be

Replacing CPAP supplies on schedule can help support a better fit, improved comfort, and more effective therapy.

Not sure if it's time for new supplies? Medicap Home Medical can help you review replacement schedules and explore resupply options. https://ow.ly/f43U50ZIm9Q

09/12/2026

Guess which Medicap Home Medical location this is!
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09/10/2026

A fall can change daily life in an instant, but many falls at home can be prevented with the right support.

During Fall Prevention Awareness Week, take a moment to think about your home. Are stairs becoming more difficult to manage? Is getting in and out of the shower a challenge? Small changes can make a big difference in safety and independence.

At Medicap Home Medical, we help individuals and families create safer living spaces with solutions like grab bars, stair lifts, wheelchair ramps, bathroom modifications, and more.

📞 Contact us today: https://ow.ly/YtAz50ZIkUU

09/09/2026

Guess which Medicap Home Medical location this is!
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03/20/2024

**NEW PRODUCT ALERT** We just got these Sport Seats in - they are perfect for parents watching their kids on the golf or cross country course. Stop in to pick yours up today!

11/16/2023

The all-new Cricket Power Wheelchair is stylish, agile, and extremely portable. Crafted with an incredibly strong yet lightweight 100% carbon fiber frame, the Cricket weighs as light as 33 lbs.*, making travel a breeze! The slim sporty design is perfect for navigating indoors and out while sightseeing, shopping, or dining. Come into our location today to give it a test drive!

Medical Supply Store

11/16/2023

We love the new Phoenix Rise UP Rollator because it gives your body the vehicle to Rise Up & Look Forward. The unique design makes walking happen … with an upright forward looking posture, optimum control and stability and much reduced body strain and fatigue. And, when walking happens … you can Rise Up & Look Forward to just about anything. Come into our store today to test drive this walker!

01/09/2023

Our office is back open to walk-in visitors from the water line break. We will still have some construction going on and we thank you for your patience.

12/28/2022

Our office is temporarily closed to walk-in visitors due to a water line break. We will notify everyone when our showroom is back open. We are still available by phone at 641-782-7995 and we are out making deliveries.