Health
Getting Back In a School Routine
INDIANA – I don’t know about you, but to me, the first day of summer break feels like it was just last week. How can…
State Health Officials are now urging precautions for Hoosiers after West Nile Virus found in Greene and Monroe County
GREENE CO. – Greene County Health Department officials report a mosquito sample collected in Greene County has tested positive for the West Nile Virus. So…
West Nile Virus mosquitoes found in Monroe County
BLOOMINGTON – The Monroe County Health Department confirms that one sample from one pool of mosquitoes (up to 100 mosquitoes per pool) has tested positive…
Produce recall due to possible Listeria contamination
INDIANA — The Food and Drug Administration announced a recall of produce and other products due to a possible Listeria contamination. The recalled produce from Weirs…
New school year calls for healthy habits to get back on track
INDIANA – School bells are ringing for many children in Indiana. The new school year is exciting for students and educators and perfect for refocusing and…
Schneck Medical Center requests your thoughts on the community’s health needs
SEYMOUR – Schneck Medical Center requests your thoughts on the community’s health needs. The hospital is launching a Community Health Needs Assessment and is inviting…
Alzheimer’s blood test catches 90% of early dementia cases
INDIANA – New blood tests could help doctors diagnose Alzheimer’s disease faster and more accurately, researchers reported Sunday – but some appear to work far better than…
The Dangers of Vaping
INDIANA— According to Indiana Public Radio, in October 2023, nine percent of all Indiana youth said they had used e-cigarettes in the past month. And in…
Government Programs for Children With Special Needs
INDIANA – For parents of a child with special needs, providing the support and resources their child requires can feel overwhelming. Thankfully, there is help….
Foundation Awards $10,000 to Youth First Grant to provide mental health support and substance misuse prevention for Daviess and Martin County Youth
DAVIESS/MARTIN CO. – The Franklin P. and Arthur W. Perdue Foundation continues to invest in the health and well-being of Daviess and Martin County youth…
