Health
Heat Advisory is in effect until Tuesday
INDIANA – The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory that remains in effect for portions of central, east central, north central, south central,…
Monroe County opens Cooling Stations amidst extreme heat
MONROE CO. – With extreme temperatures posing a serious threat to health and safety, Monroe County has activated several cooling stations across the county to…
IDEM forecasts Air Quality Action Day for today in the Southeast Indiana Region
INDIANA– The Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) forecast an Air Quality Action Day (AQAD) for today, Wednesday, June 11, in Southeast Indiana. Temperatures today will…
Annual “Dirty Dozen” list reveals most pesticide-contaminated produce
INDIANA – The Environmental Working Group (EWG) has released its annual “Dirty Dozen” list, highlighting the fruits and vegetables found to have the highest levels…
Greene County General Hospital employees complete inaugural Spanish language course
LINTON – Greene County General Hospital (GCGH) has successfully concluded its first session of Spanish classes for employees, a new initiative aimed at enhancing communication…
Monroe County Board of Health to convene June 26th
BLOOMINGTON – The Monroe County Board of Health has announced its upcoming meeting, scheduled for Thursday, June 26, 2025, at 4:30 p.m. The gathering will…
Indiana Department of Health celebrates historic decrease in infant mortality rate
INDIANAPOLIS – Provisional data from the Indiana Department of Health (IDOH) show the 2024 infant mortality rate (IMR) in Indiana is 6.3 deaths per 1,000…
June designated as PTSD Awareness Month, focuses on education and support
UNITED STATES – June is recognized as PTSD Awareness Month across the United States, a dedicated period to raise public understanding of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder….
American Red Cross urges summer blood donations as hurricane season begins, offers incentives
INDIANA – The American Red Cross is issuing an urgent call for blood donations this summer, particularly as the Atlantic hurricane season commences, to help…
Autism Rocks and Rolls to host annual Poker Run, seeks community support
BLOOMINGTON – Autism Rocks and Rolls, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to destigmatizing autism and showcasing the talents of individuals on the spectrum, will host…
