Health
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…
CDC blueprint outlines schools as key battleground for lifelong youth health and academic success
INDIANA — Federal health officials have released an updated guiding framework emphasizing that America’s K-12 classrooms are among the most critical battlegrounds for promoting long-term…
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…
