Health
The Fungus Among Us: What actually happens when you accidentally eat mold
INDIANA – It is a scenario almost everyone has faced: you take a bite of a sandwich, glance down at the loaf of bread, and…
IRS raises health savings account contribution limits for 2027, expanding triple-tax benefits
NATIONWIDE — In a move to help Americans keep pace with the rising costs of healthcare, the Internal Revenue Service has officially announced a boost…
Indiana health officials issue warning as Norovirus outbreaks surge across the state
INDIANA— The Indiana Department of Health (IDOH) and local healthcare providers are urging Hoosiers to take immediate prevention measures following a sharp, unseasonal spike in…
As pollen levels rise, experts warn pets could be bringing allergens straight into your home
INDIANA – In the US, 1 in 5 people suffer from hay fever every year. The symptoms, including sneezing and irritated eyes, are often worsened…
Medicare expansion highlights mental health resources for Hoosier seniors
INDIANA — Public health officials are issuing a vital reminder to older adults across southern Indiana: taking care of your mental health is just as…
FDA upgrades Gas-X recall to Class II status over incomplete ingredient labeling
INDIANA — The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has escalated a nationwide recall affecting hundreds of thousands of packages of Gas-X softgels due to a…
Loogootee Public Library to launch free mental health counseling program in August
LOOGOOTEE — In a groundbreaking initiative to address rural healthcare gaps, the Loogootee Public Library has announced a partnership to provide completely free mental health…
Prioritizing mental health
INDIANA – During Mental Health Awareness Month, lawmakers are highlighting a new law that strengthens transparency, supports patients, and aims to improve outcomes at mental…
Indiana’s infant mortality rate stays at historic low for 2025
INDIANA – Provisional data from the Indiana Department of Health (IDOH) show the 2025 infant mortality rate (IMR) in Indiana is 6.3 deaths per 1,000…
IDEM Forecasts Air Quality Action Day fo Wednesday in Northwest Indiana
INDIANA – The Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) has forecast an Air Quality Action Day (AQAD) for Wednesday, May 27, 2026, in Northwest Indiana. Ozone levels are…
