Health
Public Health Alert: Tobacco remains nation’s top preventable cause of death as disparities persist
WASHINGTON, D.C.— Tobacco use remains the single largest preventable cause of disease and death in the United States, responsible for over 480,000 deaths annually. Health…
HIP Work Requirements Pre-Screening Tool now availableÂ
INDIANA – Beginning January 1, 2027, certain Healthy Indiana Plan members ages 19–64 will need to complete 80 hours each month through work, part-time education,…
New online tools make managing your disability claim easier
INDIANA – Navigating the disability claims process is now easier with new features in your personal my Social Security account. You can submit information online, track your claim,…
Senators Banks, Padilla introduce accountable produce is Medicine Act
WASHINGTON, D.C. – This week, Senators Jim Banks (R-Ind.) and Alex Padilla (D-Calif.) introduced the Accountable Produce is Medicine Act, legislation to expand access to Food is Medicine programs that help…
FDA approves new flu vaccine for adults 50 and older
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Moderna’s mFlusiva (mRNA-1010), marking the nation’s first mRNA-based seasonal influenza vaccine for adults…
New therapy dog Bentley joins Deaconess Memorial Medical Center
JASPER — A wagging tail and a calming presence have officially arrived at Deaconess Memorial Medical Center. The hospital has welcomed its newest four-legged team…
Indiana Association of Health Plans names Ashton Eller President
INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Association of Health Plans (IAHP) today announced that Ashton Eller has been selected as president. Eller brings nearly two decades of…
Understanding Medicare Part B Premiums: How rates are set and who pays more
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A common misconception among retirees is that Medicare Part B premiums are calculated as a percentage of an individual’s monthly Social Security…
53 hospitals in Indiana recognized for advancing quality care for heart disease, stroke
INDIANA — The American Heart Association is recognizing 53 hospitals across the state for their commitment to improving care for patients with heart disease and…
Six years after pandemic declaration, COVID-19 continues to shape U.S. public health and politics
WASHINGTON, D.C. – More than six years after the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 a global pandemic, the virus remains a deeply political topic in…
