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January 16, 2021
Updates On COVID-19 In Indiana: 3,228 Cases, 24 Deaths Added To State's Totals
The Indiana Department of Health added 3,973 confirmed COVID-19 cases to the state's total Saturday, raising it to 587,049. The new cases were recorded Jan. 15. It also added 41 COVID-19 deaths to the state's total, bringing it to 8,913. The deaths occurred between Jan. 5-15.
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January 14, 2021
Talk To Children About Mental Health And Suicide, Experts Say
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a big impact on Americans' mental health. Hotline calls have increased. And doctors have seen an increase in depression like symptoms in patients -- even children. Health professionals are encouraging adults to talk to children about mental health and suicide.
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January 13, 2021
Officials Defend Vaccine Rollout After Opening To Hoosiers 70+: 'Our System Is Working'
Hoosiers 70 and older can now register for appointments to receive a COVID-19 vaccine. The Indiana Department of Health announced the expansion Wednesday.
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January 14, 2021
Agencies Working To Get COVID-19 Vaccine To Homebound Seniors
As Indiana works to make sure older adults get the COVID-19 vaccination, local agencies on aging are helping register seniors and get the word out about mobile vaccination offerings.
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Public Affairs / January 14, 2021
Legislative Leaders Say They'll Address Enforcement Of Mask-Wearing At Statehouse
A legislative committee hearing this week was disrupted when dozens of people who showed up to testify refused to wear masks -- which are required in the Statehouse.
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Public Affairs / January 13, 2021
Indiana Bill Seeks To Let Workers Opt Out Of Employer-Mandated Vaccines
A bill that would give Hoosier workers the right to refuse employer-mandated vaccines had its first hearing in a committee Wednesday morning. It would go further than current federal laws and excuse workers based on their conscience.
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Public Affairs / January 8, 2021
Black Doctor's COVID-19 Death Inspires Bill for Cultural Awareness Training
A prominent Indiana lawmaker wants to make sure the final days of Dr. Susan Moore's life, which were chronicled in an emotional video, lead to lasting change for Black women.
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