Monroe County reports eight cyclosporiasis cases amid regional outbreak; Health officials reiterate safety guidance

BLOOMINGTON — The Monroe County Health Department (MCHD) continues to actively monitor local and regional cyclosporiasis activity as part of an ongoing multistate outbreak that…

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Deaconess Memorial Medical Center invites area high school students to “Dive into Nursing”

JASPER — Deaconess Memorial Medical Center in Jasper is opening its doors to the next generation of healthcare professionals with a hands-on career exploration event…

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Camp Good Grief offers free support program for children experiencing loss in Bloomington

BLOOMINGTON — A specialized day program designed to help children navigate the painful journey of losing a loved one is returning to Bloomington this fall….

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IU Health Emergency Medicine doctor shares what to do when a snake bites

BLOOMINGTON – 32 native snake species consider Indiana home. While it’s rare to be bitten by one of the four venomous snakes, IU Health South…

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School lunches offer healthy, affordable alternative to packed meals

INDIANA — As families prepare for a new school year, many are weighing whether to pack lunches or let their children eat in the school…

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FSSA to text HIP members about new work requirements 

INDIANA – Beginning January 1, 2027, Indiana will implement work requirements for new applicants and existing Medicaid members eligible under the Healthy Indiana Plan. These requirements emphasize…

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Dementia education program to help community understand normal aging, warning signs

MITCHELL – Community members will have an opportunity to learn the difference between normal age-related memory changes and signs that could indicate dementia during a…

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Free senior fitness classes coming to Mitchell Community Public Library beginning Aug. 21

MITCHELL – Area seniors looking to improve their strength, flexibility and balance will have an opportunity to do so through a free fitness program beginning…

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Governor Braun announces State Medicaid program will now cover GLP-1 treatments for eligible beneficiaries

INDIANAPOLIS – Indiana Governor Mike Braun today directed the Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA) to participate in the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation’s…

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Brain health program planned for Sept. 29 at Mitchell Community Public Library

MITCHELL — Community members are invited to learn how healthy lifestyle choices may help protect cognitive function during an upcoming brain health presentation hosted by…

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