Health
Indiana Department of Health announces first flu death of the season – urge Hoosier to take precautions to prevent illness
INDIANA— The Indiana Department of Health encourages Hoosiers to protect themselves against influenza (flu) after confirming the first flu-related death of the 2024-25 season. Due…
IU Health Bedford Hospital, Indiana Health Centers and Southern Indiana Community Health Care earn Community Star Award
BEDFORD—IU Health Bedford Hospital is proud to be recognized by the National Organization of State Offices of Rural Health (NOSORH) with its Community Star Award…
Express gratitude in the season of Thanksgiving
INDIANA – Somehow, here we are. November is flying by, and we’re in the season of Thanksgiving. An example of gratitude is being thankful and…
Indiana childhood vaccination rates decline, expert urges rebuilding trust in immunizations
INDIANA – According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), childhood vaccinations save approximately 4 million lives annually. However, immunization rates continue to…
Carrot recall announced after linked to E. coli outbreak
INDIANA—The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is investigating an E. coli outbreak affecting at least 18 states. The bacteria has been traced back…
7th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals upholds Indiana’s ban on gender-affirming care for minors
INDIANA — In a significant legal development, a panel of judges from the 7th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled 2-1 on Wednesday that Indiana’s…
North Lawrence Community Schools issues reminder as flu season looms
LAWRENCE COUNTY- Staying healthy is key to a great school year. Keep germs at bay by washing your hands frequently, covering your coughs, and getting…
Start your tobacco cessation journey with the Great American Smokeout
BLOOMINGTON—IU Health Community Health and the Monroe County Tobacco Coalition are encouraging tobacco users to take the first step to cessation by quitting or quitting…
Indiana Community Living Homes earn high accreditations for quality care
INDIANA – ResCare Community Living, a trusted community living provider for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, announced its community living waiver homes in Indiana…
Bloomington’s Public Health in the Parks is Wednesday, Nov. 13
BLOOMINGTON- Bloomington Parks and Recreation, in collaboration with community health partners, will host Public Health in the Parks on Wednesday, November 13, at the Switchyard…
