Health
Health officials emphasize family health history in pregnancy planning
INDIANA — Health experts are urging prospective and expecting parents to gather detailed family health histories for both partners, highlighting that genetic conditions, birth defects,…
Columbus Regional Health Foundation announces 2026 scholarship recipients
COLUMBUS — The Columbus Regional Health (CRH) Foundation has named the 2026 recipients of two annual health-related scholarships, awarding financial support to healthcare professionals and…
New HIP Work Requirement town hall dates announced
INDIANA – FSSA, in partnership with Covering Kids & Families, will host a series of public town halls across the state to help HIP members, providers,…
Indiana’s first case of West Nile virus in 2026 reported in Allen County resident
INDIANAPOLIS —The first case of West Nile virus (WNV) disease in Indiana in 2026 has been reported in an Allen County resident. No additional information…
Department of Veterans Affairs leverages Fitbits to help veterans meet health goals
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is increasingly incorporating wearable health devices, including Fitbits, into treatment plans to help Veterans manage…
Don’t Skip the Check-Up: Dr. Curtis Thill on the Importance of Well-Child Visits
INDIANA – If Dr. Curtis Thill of Southern Indiana Community Health Care could give parents one piece of advice, it would be this: the annual…
Lawrence County Commissioners approve and sign five-year EMS contract with IU Health Lifeline
LAWRENCE COUNTY — The Lawrence County Commissioners approved and signed a five-year contract with Indiana University Health Lifeline EMS on Tuesday morning, securing comprehensive ground…
We Give Blood Challenge opens to the entire community with a special photo op at Memorial Stadium
BLOOMINGTON — Organizers of the local We Give Blood Challenge are rallying the entire region to roll up their sleeves for a critical cause, emphasizing…
First Gulf Coast tick found in Monroe County
MONROE COUNTY – The first Gulf Coast tick has been found in Monroe County. On June 26, Kody Clark, an environmental health specialist with the…
USDA supports healthier kids with better school food service equipment
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Food and Nutrition Administration (FNA) today announced it is awarding nearly $20 million in grants to…
