Health
Hillshire brands recalls 58 million pounds of corn dogs nationwide due to wood contamination
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Hillshire Brands Company, based in Haltom City, Texas, is recalling approximately 58,000,000 pounds of corn dog and sausage on a stick…
Kids Need Boundaries
INDIANA – As any parent or guardian knows, setting boundaries with children can be challenging, especially when it comes to following through. Let’s face it,…
Hoosier Uplands donates over $11,000 for Sheriff’s Office AEDs
LAWRENCE CO. – The Lawrence County Sheriff’s Office has announced a donation of $11,020 from Hoosier Uplands to purchase new batteries and pads for all…
North Lawrence Community Schools launches “Health & Wellness” Wish List
BEDFORD – The North Lawrence Community Schools (NLCS) has created a new “Health & Wellness Amazon Wish List” to provide students with essential hygiene products,…
Private insurance failing families in child mental health crisis, new survey finds
WASHINGTON, D.C. – A new national survey reveals that families are struggling to access mental healthcare for their children, with private insurance often posing greater…
Community gathers for prayer for sick child
ORLEANS – The Orleans community is invited to a prayer gathering for Aben Westfall, a local boy who is seriously ill and has been in…
FDA to update acetaminophen label, citing link to neurological conditions like autism
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is moving to change the product label for acetaminophen, the active ingredient in Tylenol and other…
FDA approves drug for cerebral folate deficiency, acknowledging link to autism, seizures
WASHINGTON D.C. – The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has initiated the process to approve leucovorin calcium tablets for treating cerebral folate deficiency (CFD)….
Red Cross urges donations as fall season begins
INDIANA – The American Red Cross is urging the public to donate blood or platelets this fall to help maintain a stable blood supply. The…
Lawrence County Commissioners approves nursing contracts for Health Department
BEDFORD – The Lawrence County Commissioners have approved three independent contractor nursing contracts for the Lawrence County Health Department. Paula Edwards of the Health Department made…
