Health
Monroe County Board of Health cancels scheduled September meeting
BLOOMINGTON — The Monroe County Board of Health has officially canceled its upcoming regular meeting, which was originally scheduled for Thursday, September 17, 2026. The…
Start on the road to tobacco cessation this Healthy Aging MonthÂ
BLOOMINGTON – Smoking and tobacco products come with many well-known health concerns, including increasing the risk of cancer and heart disease. This September, IU Health…
Why Suicide Prevention Matters
INDIANA – September is recognized as National Suicide Prevention Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness, reducing stigma, encouraging conversations about suicide, and reminding people that…
Franciscan Health Faith Community Nurse Program hosting seminar on elder abuse on Sept. 24 in Crawfordsville
CRAWFORDSVILLE – The Franciscan Health Faith Community Nurse Program will host a seminar on elder abuse on Thursday, Sept. 24, at 11 a.m. at the…
Understanding Medicare enrollment rules when covered under a spouse’s employer plan
INDIANA – Turning 65 is traditionally the milestone for enrolling in Medicare, but individuals who are retired and covered under a working spouse’s employer health…
Indiana phaseout of routine EMS diversion takes effect to improve emergency care access
INDIANA — Indiana has officially joined a small group of states taking decisive action against routine ambulance diversions, entering into a statewide agreement to keep…
Lawrence County Commissioners approve Mental Health App for Sheriff’s Department
BEDFORD — The Lawrence County Commissioners approved a new mental health initiative aimed at supporting local law enforcement officers and department staff during their meeting…
Hoosiers encouraged to share hope and awareness on National 988 Day
INDIANA — State mental health advocates are calling on Indiana residents to mark National 988 Day on September 8 by spreading awareness about the state’s…
West Nile Virus detected in Daviess County mosquitoes
DAVIESS COUNTY — The Daviess County Health Department is urging residents to take extra precautions after two mosquito samples collected in the area tested positive…
Bedford Rotary Club partners with Red Cross for local blood drive
BEDFORD — The Bedford Rotary Club is sponsoring an upcoming American Red Cross Blood Drive to help maintain a vital blood supply for local patients…
