Health
Over 14,000 packs of Safetussin Cold & Flu Medicine recalled nationwide due to child poisoning risk
INDIANA– A nationwide recall for more than 14,000 packs of Safetussin’s Max Strength Multi-Symptom Cough, Cold and Flu tablets due to a potential risk of…
Monroe County Health Department encourages MMR Vaccination amid measles outbreak
BLOOMINGTON—While there are currently no reported measles cases in Monroe County, the Monroe County Health Department strongly encourages MMR vaccination for Monroe County residents following…
The Indiana Department of Health (IDOH) has confirmed five additional cases of measles in Indiana
INDIANA – The Indiana Department of Health (IDOH) has confirmed five additional measles cases in Indiana, bringing the total to six in 2025. The newly…
Indiana teens face higher rates of cocaine, meth, and heroin use, sparking concerns
INDIANA – Indiana teens are facing a troubling reality, with statistics indicating they are nearly 3% more likely to have used cocaine, methamphetamines, or heroin…
Spring into Smoking Cessation
BLOOMINGTON – April is a great time to make a fresh start on quitting tobacco; a solid quit plan can help you accomplish that goal….
Indiana Department of Health confirms first case of measles in 2025
INDIANA—The Indiana Department of Health (IDOH) is reporting the first laboratory-confirmed case of measles in Indiana this year. The case involves an unvaccinated minor in…
Johnsonville recalls popular cheddar bratwurst due to potential plastic contamination
INDIANA – Popular sausage maker Johnsonville has issued a voluntary recall on approximately 22,672 pounds of its cheddar bratwurst product, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s…
Indiana Reproductive Health & Access Coalition Calls on House Education Committee Chair to hold Anti-Science Bill
INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Reproductive Health & Access Coalition (IRHAC), a coalition of advocates and medical professionals working to protect and advance reproductive health in Indiana,…
Daviess County launches local outreach for Suicide Survivors (LOSS) Team
WASHINGTON, Ind. – Daviess County is taking a proactive step in supporting individuals and families impacted by the tragedy of suicide with the launch of…
Wastewater data shows Flu B increase in Indiana, COVID-19 remains high nationally
INDIANA – Wastewater surveillance data through March 26, 2025, reveals some key trends in respiratory viruses across Indiana. While Influenza A concentrations are declining, Influenza…
