Health
Expressing emotions in a healthy way
INDIANA – When working with teens and discussing emotions, I often give an analogy of sand in a jar. In this analogy, the sand is…
Senator Banks advocates for fair healthcare research funding at Indiana universities
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) discussed the importance of fair health research funding for Indiana universities with National Institutes of Health (NIH) Director Dr. Bhattacharya…
Seeing Red: Friday marks National Wear Red Day in fight against heart disease
INDIANA – This Friday, February 6, a crimson wave will sweep across Indiana and the nation as communities celebrate National Wear Red Day. Held annually…
Red Cross: 20K donations uncollected due to winter weather; Give blood or platelets now
INDIANA — The American Red Cross urges people to take action now to help offset the severe impact of recent winter storms on efforts to…
TB skin test appointments unavailable at Lawrence County Health Department in February
BEDFORD – The Lawrence County Health Department has announced an update to its tuberculosis (TB) skin test schedule for February. TB skin test appointments will…
American Heart Association’s Nation of Lifesavers initiative calls on individuals: “You are the first responder until help arrives”
INDIANA — More than 350,000 out-of-hospital cardiac arrests occur in the United States each year. This February, during American Heart Month, the American Heart Association…
Delta Dental invests in Indiana’s dental workforce through scholarships, loan relief
INDIANA – As part of continued investment in the future of oral health, Delta Dental of Indiana and the Delta Dental Foundation are partnering again…
Massive product recall: Rodent and bird contamination found at regional distribution center
INDIANA — A major health alert has been issued for consumers in Indiana, North Dakota, and Minnesota following a sweeping voluntary recall by Gold Star…
FDA raises alarm: 80,000+ McCafé Decaf K-Cups recalled over caffeine risk
INDIANA— Coffee drinkers in three states are being warned to double-check their morning brew. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has officially designated a…
Indiana Department of Education encourages participation in Summer Meal Program
INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Department of Education (IDOE) encourages schools and qualified community organizations to participate in the 2026 Summer Food Service Program (SFSP). In addition, IDOE…
