Health
Daily habits like breakfast and sleep linked to greater stress resilience, study finds
NATIONWIDE — When a stressful event disrupts your day, your ability to adapt and move forward—rather than getting stuck in frustration—may depend heavily on your…
Vaping is growing among Americans who never smoked
NATIONWIDE – Many smokers originally turned to e-cigarettes as an alternative to traditional tobacco, but federal data show a growing trend across the United States:…
Monroe County Health Department remains closed for walk-in services Monday as interim officer appointment moves forward
BLOOMINGTON — The Monroe County Health Department will stay closed for walk-in services on Monday, October 26, operating strictly by appointment only as officials work…
Free ‘Aging Solo’ Workshop offers strategies and resources for independent living
MITCHELL — Local older adults planning to age independently are invited to attend “Aging Solo: A Workshop for Independent Living,” a free interactive event designed…
Monroe County Health Officer resigns; Health Department closed for walk-in services today
BLOOMINGTON – During the regular meeting of the Monroe County Board of Health on October 22, 2026, Monroe County Health Officer Dr. Sarah Ryterband tendered…
Medicare Open Enrollment: What beneficiaries need to know for 2027 coverage
INDIANA — The annual Medicare Open Enrollment period is officially underway, giving millions of beneficiaries across the nation the opportunity to evaluate their current healthcare…
As clocks ‘fall back,’ sleep expert shares four tips to protect your brain and body
INDIANA — When clocks “fall back” on Sunday, November 1, 2026, that extra hour of sleep might sound like a welcome bonus, but the sudden…
Over 4 million tubes of toothpaste recalled nationwide over manufacturing violations
NATIONWIDE – More than 4 million tubes of toothpaste distributed across the United States are being recalled. According to the FDA, the initial recall began…
Red Cross urges immediate blood and platelet donations ahead of Holiday Season
INDIANA — The American Red Cross has issued an urgent call for blood and platelet donors of all types—particularly type O blood—to bolster the community…
Board-certified physician assistant joins Franciscan Physician Network in Crawfordsville
CRAWFORDSVILLE – Board-certified physician assistant Rachael Kunkle, has joined Franciscan Physician Network in Crawfordsville and is accepting new patients. Kunkle earned her Master of Physician…
