Health
Hoosiers urged to take precautions against tick-borne disease as risk increases with warmer weather
INDIANA – Indiana health officials urge Hoosiers to protect themselves from tick bites as the weather warms up and tick activity increases across the state….
Oolitic seeking 20 volunteers to secure Summer Blood Drive
OOLITIC — The town of Oolitic is issuing a call for volunteers to help bring a local blood drive to the community this summer. The…
Schneck Foundation to host integrative medicine “Doc Talk” on holistic wellness
SEYMOUR — As interest in whole-body health continues to rise, the Schneck Foundation has announced a specialized “Doc Talk” featuring Dr. Steven Windley, a leading…
The power of the “micro-outing”: Why short trips outside are the secret to healthy aging
INDIANA — When it comes to improving health, many assume it requires a gym membership or a grueling exercise routine. However, mobility experts are now…
Prioritize your lung health: Medicare coverage for screenings and quitting
INDIANA – Your lungs work tirelessly to supply your body with oxygen, making their health a top priority for overall well-being. Preventing lung cancer is…
Teenage Attitude – What’s Under the Surface?
INDIANA – Adolescence is a time often marked by mood swings, intense emotions, and confusion. Stress, anxiety, and even depression can feel like constant companions….
Applications open for Grow Regional grants through rural health transformation program
INDIANA – Indiana is accepting Request for Funding (RFF) applications for GROW (Growing Rural Opportunities for Well-being) Regional Grants, an initiative of the Indiana Rural…
FDA launches “READI-Home” challenge to accelerate home-based medical tech
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The FDA has announced the launch of the READI-Home Innovation Challenge, a new initiative aimed at fast-tracking medical devices designed to reduce…
Overdoses are down, but addiction treatment access remains a crisis
BLOOMINGTON — Overdose deaths are falling in Indiana, but most people who need addiction treatment still are not receiving it. Fear of losing work, family…
Overdose Deaths: The silent crisis facing new Indiana mothers
INDIANA — A stark new report from the Indiana Maternal Mortality Review Commission reveals that substance use is now the leading cause of death for…
