Health
Indiana ranks in national Top 10 for dog bite claims as pediatric risks mount
INDIANA — New verified insurance and municipal data have placed Indiana in a sobering national spotlight. The state currently ranks among the top 10 states…
City of Bloomington offers Downtown Outreach Grants to local nonprofits addressing opioid addiction and recovery
BLOOMINGTON – Local nonprofit organizations providing prevention, treatment, recovery, housing stability, and related services for individuals impacted by opioid addiction are invited to apply for the…
IU Health Primary Care physician shares the importance of annual appointments
BLOOMINGTON – It’s always a good time of year to recommit yourself to your health, starting with an annual appointment with your primary care provider…
Public health report: High viral levels detected in Monroe County wastewater
BLOOMINGTON — Local health officials have issued a high-alert “weather” report for pathogens following the latest results from wastewater surveillance. Data released by WastewaterSCAN for…
IU Health cardiologist shares heart attack tips
BLOOMINGTON – The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports someone in the United States has a heart attack every 40 seconds. Recognizing heart attacks…
The American Heart Association and National Football League award grants to help promote healthier schools
INDIANAPOLIS — Physical activity is vital to American students’ physical health and emotional well-being, helping them learn, concentrate, and manage stress throughout the school day,…
The “Dark Shower” deluge: Why TikTok’s latest wellness hack is actually science-backed
INDIANA – Move over, ice baths—the latest wellness trend taking over social media is significantly warmer and much easier on the eyes. Known as “dark…
This Valentine’s Day, Southern Indiana residents urged to “Share the Love” by registering as donors
BEDFORD — As thousands of local couples prepare for Valentine’s Day dinners, health officials are asking southern Indiana residents to consider a different kind of…
U.S. health official urges measles vaccination as elimination status risks collapse
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Dr. Mehmet Oz, the Administrator for the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), issued an urgent appeal to Americans on Sunday…
Stop tobacco for your heart
BLOOMINGTON – February is also known as National Heart Month. Make it the month you quit tobacco for your own heart health and for the…
