Health
One Hour to Save a Life: American Red Cross issues urgent call for May blood donations
INDIANA — As the school year winds down and Hoosiers gear up for summer vacations, the American Red Cross is reminding residents that just one…
HHS Secretary Kennedy announces plan to curb psychiatric overprescribing
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. unveiled a sweeping initiative Monday aimed at reducing the “overprescribing” of…
Join FDA’s Office of Women’s Health and Human Foods Program on May 13 for a public webinar
NATIONWIDE – The FDA’s Office of Women’s Health, in partnership with the FDA’s Human Foods Program, is hosting a webinar during National Women’s Health Week on Wednesday,…
Public Health Alert: pizza and pork rinds sold nationwide at Walmart, Aldi may contain salmonella
NATIONWIDE – A public health alert has been issued for certain meat and poultry products — including pork rinds and frozen pizzas sold at Walmart…
Monroe County Health Department and The Milk Bank open a Milk Express: New programs expand access to safe donor breast milk, support infant health, and health equity
BLOOMINGTON — Monroe County Health Department is proud to announce the grand opening of its Milk Express in partnership with The Milk Bank. This new…
A Lifetime of Hope: COTA celebrates 40 years of supporting transplant families
BLOOMINGTON — May 1, 2026, marks a major milestone for the Children’s Organ Transplant Association (COTA) as it celebrates 40 years of service. Founded in…
Indiana State Police launch wellness section to support personnel, families, and retirees
INDIANA — The Indiana State Police announced the official launch of its new Wellness Section, a comprehensive initiative focused on supporting the overall health and well-being…
Ghirardelli recalls 13 powdered beverage mixes over potential Salmonella Risk
INDIANA — The Ghirardelli Chocolate Company has launched a voluntary recall of 13 different powdered beverage mixes due to potential Salmonella contamination, the U.S. Food…
Lawrence County Commissioners allocate $20,000 in opioid funds to Youth First Program
LAWRENCE COUNTY – In a direct move to combat the long-term effects of the opioid crisis, the Lawrence County Commissioners voted Monday morning to allocate…
First Lady Maureen Braun announces new initiative to INspire Healthy Families
INDIANAPOLIS – Indiana First Lady Maureen Braun today announced the launch of INspire Healthy Families, a new Indiana Department of Health initiative that she is championing. The purpose…
