September 12, 2024
Women will now be informed of their breast density in mammogram reports. Here’s why that matters
Women across the U.S. will get a report with their mammogram results that tell them about their breast density assessment thanks to a new federal law that took effect this week.
Read MoreSeptember 11, 2024
Judge rejects effort to expand Indiana abortion ban's serious health exception
A county judge rejected an effort by abortion care providers to expand the health exception in Indiana’s near-total abortion ban.
Read MoreSeptember 11, 2024
All Indiana counties have a mental health workforce shortage. A new report provides solutions
Untreated mental illness cost Indiana more than $4 billion in 2019. Mental health staffing shortages play a role in that, according to Indiana University researchers who published a new guide with recommendations to address the issue.
Read MoreSeptember 7, 2024
First case of bird flu not directly linked to sick animals is found in Missouri
So far, there have been 14 human cases of bird flu this year. All the patients — except the one from Missouri — had been linked to sick dairy cows or poultry.
Read MoreSeptember 6, 2024
988 mental health crisis hotline expands in second year, even as more awareness needed
State health officials say greater awareness of 988, the mental health crisis hotline, is a major key to getting more people connected to the care they need.
Read MoreSeptember 5, 2024
Arguments on terminated pregnancy report lawsuit dismissal to be heard Friday
An anti-abortion group is suing the Indiana Department of Health over its decision to stop sharing individual terminated pregnancy reports which the group says violates Indiana’s public records law. The state argues the reports fit the definition of medical records, which are exempt. Oral arguments on the state’s motion to dismiss will be heard Friday in Marion County.
Read MoreSeptember 5, 2024
Indiana’s childhood vaccination rates aren’t high enough to be protective, experts warn
Vaccination rates for Indiana toddlers have fallen since before the pandemic.
Read MoreSeptember 3, 2024
Early access to prenatal care is complicated in rural areas. One hospital tries to make it easier
An important aspect of lowering infant and maternal mortality rates is connecting pregnant people to prenatal care earlier. But that can be difficult in rural areas that are considered maternal care deserts. A hospital on the edge of Indiana’s largest obstetric care desert created a clinic to remove at least one barrier to that care.
Read MoreAugust 30, 2024
Mosquito-borne illnesses are rising: Here's how to protect yourself
Mosquitos love heat. And as summers get warmer, mosquito-borne illnesses are rising, in the U.S., Europe, and South and Central America. Here are some tips to protect yourself.
Read MoreAugust 29, 2024
Community mental health centers served more people in Marion County
Marion County’s mental health centers announced a 35% increase in the number of people served since 2018.
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