Health
CDC emphasizes critical role of schools in youth health and academic success
INDIANA — The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is highlighting the foundational role school environments play in shaping the long-term physical, mental, and…
Monroe County Board of Health to hold public meeting Thursday
BLOOMINGTON — The Monroe County Board of Health will host its upcoming public meeting on Thursday, August 20, 2026, to discuss local public health operations…
EWG releases 2026 ‘Clean Fifteen’ and ‘Dirty Dozen’ produce lists
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Consumers looking to reduce their pesticide exposure without straining their grocery budgets have an updated guide for the produce aisle. The Environmental…
Is your Cold actually COVID? What to know as late-summer surge begins
INDIANA – Public health data indicates that a late-summer COVID-19 surge has arrived across the United States, likely driven by seasonal exposure patterns, time spent…
Monroe County opens temporary Cooling Stations amid extreme heat
MONROE COUNTY — Extremely hot temperatures are posing a serious threat to public health and safety across the region, prompting local facilities to open as…
Social Security Administration celebrates 91 years of service to the American People
BALTIMORE, MD – The Social Security Administration (SSA) today marks the 91st anniversary of the Social Security Act, signed by President Franklin D. Roosevelt on August 14,…
Newsweek names Bloomington’s Indiana Center for Recovery the best addiction treatment center in Indiana
BLOOMINGTON — Indiana Center for Recovery has been named the top addiction treatment facility in the state for 2026 by Newsweek and data research firm…
Federal rule ends Medicaid and CHIP funding for youth gender-affirming care
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The federal agency managing Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) has finalized a regulation that will block federal taxpayer dollars…
Understanding the 0% VA Disability Rating: Key benefits and future protections
INDIANA – A 0% disability rating from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) means that while a veteran will not receive monthly monetary compensation…
North Lawrence Community Schools outlines ‘Offer vs. Serve’ guidelines to ensure full meal benefits for students
BEDFORD — The North Lawrence Community Schools (NLCS) Food Service Department has issued a comprehensive advisory to local families explaining the federal “Offer versus Serve”…
