Health
Over 7 million Americans now living with Alzheimer’s as brain awareness month highlights growing health crisis
INDIANA — Health organizations nationwide are marking June as Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month, using the global spotlight to draw urgent attention to a ballooning…
Red Cross issues urgent appeal for blood donors as summer shortage looms
INDIANA — The American Red Cross issued an urgent nationwide appeal today, June 8, 2026, warning of an alarming drop in scheduled blood and platelet…
Target issues nationwide recall for Up & Up Baby Wipes due to dangerous bacteria contamination
NATIONWIDE — Target has launched a voluntary, nationwide recall of several configurations of its popular “Up & Up” brand baby wipes after federal regulators confirmed…
Bottled Water Everywhere: How the FDA keeps billions of gallons safe for consumers
INDIANA – Seems like almost everyone is carrying a bottle of water these days. As reusable flasks and plastic single-servings become permanent fixtures in everyday…
IDEM forecasts statewide Air Quality Action Day for Thursday, June 4
INDIANA – The Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) has forecast an Air Quality Action Day (AQAD) throughout Indiana for Thursday, June 4, 2026. Ozone levels are…
Medicare warns seniors of fraudulent offers for ‘Free’ medical equipment and hospice services
INDIANA — Federal health officials are urging older Americans to stay vigilant against a surge in healthcare scams targeting Medicare beneficiaries with promises of “free”…
Motor City Pizza Co. recalls Five Cheese Bread over nationwide Salmonella concern
INDIANA – A widespread recall impacting a popular frozen pizza brand has been issued due to concerns over potential Salmonella contamination, tracing back to a…
Franciscan Health Lafayette Race for Kids this Saturday
LAFAYETTE – The 11th Annual Race for Kids 5K/10K Run/Walk and the Healthy Family Fun Fair is this Saturday, June 6, at Franciscan Health Lafayette East….
Nationwide Antacid Recalls: Potential contamination sparks safety warnings
INDIANA — Federal health regulators and major retailers are urging consumers to check their medicine cabinets following a series of voluntary recalls impacting popular over-the-counter…
FDA approves Xocova: The first oral antiviral to prevent COVID-19 after exposure
WASHINGTON — In a major expansion of the pandemic treatment toolkit, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has officially approved Shionogi’s Xocova (ensitrelvir). The…
