Health
Poison Control Centers report rise in nicotine pouch poisonings among children
INDIANA – U.S. Poison Centers have reported a steady increase in cases of nicotine pouch exposure, with a notable rise from April 1, 2022, to…
US sees late summer COVID-19 surge, with cases spiking in the South and West
INDIANA – A late summer surge in COVID-19 cases is occurring across the U.S., according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention…
Rotary Club hosts blood drive with special PEANUTS® promotion
BEDFORD — The Bedford Rotary Club and the American Red Cross are teaming up to host a blood drive on Tuesday, September 9th, from 1:00…
International Overdose Awareness Day set for August 31
INDIANA — International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD) will be observed this Sunday, August 31, as a global campaign to end overdose and remember those who…
West Nile Virus detected in Daviess County mosquitoes
DAVIESS CO. — The Indiana Department of Health has confirmed that mosquito samples in Daviess County have tested positive for West Nile virus (WNV). In…
Daviess Community Hospital Oncology Cookoff raises over $2,000 for cancer patients
WASHINGTON — Daviess Community Hospital held its annual Oncology Cookout on August 13, raising $2,183 to support local cancer patients. The funds will be allocated…
Hostess recalls Ding Dongs over potential mold contamination
INDIANA — Hostess Brands has issued a nationwide recall for several lots of its Ding Dongs snack cakes due to a manufacturing issue that could…
Blue Bell Ice Cream issues allergy alert on undeclared almond, walnut, and pecan in Moo-llennium Crunch Ice Cream packaged in a Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough half gallon cartonÂ
INDIANA – Blue Bell Ice Cream is voluntarily recalling a limited quantity of Moo-llennium Crunch Ice Cream half gallon packaged in a Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough…
Dementia Friendly Martin County to host kick-off event Tuesday
LOOGOOTEE — A kick-off event for the Dementia Friendly Martin County initiative is set for August 26, 2025, at the Martin County 4-H Fairgrounds Event…
Indiana Department of Health urges parents to practice safe sleep for their infants
INDIANA – The Indiana Department of Health (IDOH) urges parents to take steps to protect the health and safety of their infants following a surge…
