Health
Cancer-fighting advocates mark the American Cancer Society’s Great American Smokeout® by calling for action to help people quit tobacco
INDIANA – Cancer patients and survivors are marking the American Cancer Society’s 47th annual Great American Smokeout® Thursday by calling on elected officials to protect the…
Give with meaning by joining the American Red Cross and 44News for the ‘Give Thanks, Give Life’ Blood Drive
EVANSVILLE — The community is invited to give with meaning with the American Red Cross and WEVV TV 44News annual “Give Thanks, Give Life’ Blood Drive on…
Healthy Minds, Healthy Lives Mental Health Workshops now accepting registrations
INDIANA — To observe National Rural Health Day this week (Nov. 17), Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch, the Indiana State Department of Agriculture (ISDA), along with the Indiana Rural Health Association (IRHA),…
Purdue Extension Lawrence County offers services for a healthier community
LAWRENCE COUNTY – When it comes to the lifestyle of individuals in Lawrence County, everyone can do better than what they currently are. Purdue Extension…
Flu season may impact Red Cross blood supply – Healthy donors need to give now
INDIANA — The American Red Cross urges blood and platelet donors to give now and help fight the potential impact of seasonal illnesses and a…
Nestlé USA initiates voluntary recall of a limited quantity of Edible Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough tubs
INDIANA — Nestlé USA is initiating a voluntary recall of a limited quantity of Edible Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough tubs from NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® due…
Why you shouldn’t sleep with your phone in bed
You’re far from alone if you find yourself texting or scrolling on your phone in bed. According to the Pew Research Center, as many as 65%…
Taking 4,000 steps a day can reduce risk of Dementia
If you need a reason to get up and move more, here it is: A newly published study finds that walking 10,000 steps per day…
USDA confirms highly pathogenic Avian Influenza in commercial chickens in Mississippi
WASHINGTON – The United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has confirmed the presence of highly pathogenic avian influenza…
FDA does NOT recommend the use of infant head-shaping pillows to treat medical conditions
INDIANA – The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recommends that parents and caregivers do not use infant head-shaping pillows intended to change an infant’s…
