Health
Medicare.gov tool helps families find and compare nursing homes
INDIANA — Choosing a nursing home is a significant decision, and a new resource on Medicare.gov is making the process easier for families. The website…
COVID-19 levels rise in U.S.; Vaccination hurdles emerge for Indiana and beyond
INDIANA — As COVID-19 transmission increases across the United States, in at least 45 states. Public health officials are raising concerns about potential obstacles to…
West Nile Virus detected in Monroe County mosquitoes
BLOOMINGTON— The Monroe County Health Department has confirmed that a pool of mosquitoes in the county has tested positive for West Nile Virus, prompting a…
Red Cross seeking Type O or B Negative blood donations
INDIANA – This August, in honor of National Wellness Month, the American Red Cross is encouraging people to both prioritize their health and help save…
IU Health Paoli Hospital recognized with Pathway to Excellence® designation
PAOLI – IU Health Paoli Hospital is proud to announce its third Pathway to Excellence ® designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) for…
Changes to state program affect uninsured adults’ vaccine eligibility in Monroe County
BLOOMINGTON — The Monroe County Health Department has announced new guidelines for the 317 Vaccines for Adults program that will change vaccine eligibility for uninsured…
Indiana Department of Health HB1577 Mobile Food Establishment Workgroup will meet on Aug.11
INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Department of Health HB1577 Mobile Food Establishment Workgroup will meet on Monday, Aug.11, 2025, from 10 a.m. until Noon, EDT, in…
Beat the Back-to-School Blues Â
INDIANA – Sweet summertime. Longed for all school year and mourned when classes started in early August. We all feel it, right? Parents, school personnel,…
Schneck Foundation to host free seminar on advance care planning
SEYMOUR — The Schneck Foundation is inviting the community to a free educational seminar on advance care planning as part of its “Covered and in…
Emergency tick bite visits and Lyme Disease cases on the rise
UNITED STATES – According to data from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), emergency room visits for tick bites are at their…
