Health
Indiana opts out of Federal SUN Bucks program, free summer meals still available at select sites
INDIANA – While many Hoosier families benefited from the federal SUN Bucks program last summer, which provided $120 per child monthly for food during the…
Indiana Governor signs law targeting high hospital prices
INDIANA – Indiana Governor Mike Braun has signed House Bill 1004 into law, enacting measures to regulate and potentially lower high hospital prices within the…
2025 QPP Exception Applications are now available
INDIANA – The 2025 Quality Payment Program (QPP) Exception applications are available through December 31, 2025, at 8 p.m. ET. Two types of exception applications allow…
American Heart Association stands together with Indiana and against the soda industry to reduce sugary drink consumption
INDIANA – The American Heart Association, which is committed to changing the future of health for everyone, everywhere, is standing with Indiana health officials in…
Indiana nonprofit launches AI Chatbot ‘KATE’ for opioid addiction support
INDIANA – Indianapolis nonprofit Overdose Lifeline has launched KATE, an AI-powered chatbot designed to provide immediate and anonymous support to individuals struggling with opioid addiction….
Technology and mental health – Positives and negatives for your teen
INDIANA – Technology plays a significant role in students’ lives, particularly those in middle and high school. It seems to have become a big part…
IU Health Bloomington Hospice to host Camp Good Grief for grieving children
BLOOMINGTON– IU Health Bloomington Hospice is offering Camp Good Grief, a program designed to support children aged 6-16 who have experienced the loss of a…
North Lawrence Community Schools to offer free summer meals for children
BEDFORD – North Lawrence Community Schools, in partnership with Chartwells, is launching a summer meal service to ensure children can access nutritious food while school…
Indiana Suicide Prevention State Plan development listening sessions
INDIANAPOLIS—The Indiana Division of Mental Health and Addiction is developing the 2025-2030 State Suicide Prevention Plan and seeking input from individuals with lived experience, community…
Commissioners approve contract for Lawrence County Health Department to address suicide and overdose
BEDFORD – The Lawrence County Commissioners have entered into an independent contractor agreement with Shelby L. England. The agreement outlines the terms under which England…
