Viewing: Health Policy
June 20, 2022
Indiana Health Commissioner: 1 in 10 teens reports attempting suicide in the past year
The state’s top health official says new survey data shows Indiana teens are struggling with increased rates of depression and anxiety.
Read MoreMay 25, 2022
Selected Marion County residents urged to participate in national health study
National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey leaders hope to examine at least 335 participants in Marion County, and are more than halfway to that goal.
Read MoreNovember 19, 2021
Indiana’s public health commission explores funding issues that health officials say exacerbate disparities
Indiana’s public health commission is considering ways to overhaul the state’s funding model, which is riddled with problems and leaves many Hoosiers without crucial preventive interventions.
Read MoreDecember 17, 2019
ACA Open Enrollment Extended Until Early Wednesday
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services extended the original Sunday deadline after reports of technical glitches.
Read MoreOctober 29, 2019
After 36 Years, Summit On Child Mistreatment Returns To Indianapolis
In 1983, Indianapolis hosted one of the first summits on the emotional and psychological mistreatment of children. This week, experts local, state and international leaders are meeting in the city, looking for new ways to tackle the problem.
Read MoreOctober 28, 2019
U.S. Medicare Administrator Talks Open Enrollment, Lower Premiums
Enrollment for Medicare is open right now and countrys top Medicare official says some Hoosiers could be paying less.
Read MoreMarch 25, 2019
Governor Signs First Bill, Adds Krabbe Disease To Newborn Screenings
Gov. Eric Holcomb signed the first legislation of the session. The bill adds Krabbe and two other diseases to Indianas list of medical screenings for newborns.
Read MoreMarch 19, 2019
Indiana County Health Rankings Report Highlights Housing
For the ninth year Hamilton County ranks the best in terms of health factors and outcomes. Fayette and Crawford counties are at the bottom this year.
Read MoreDecember 17, 2018
ACA Decision Won't Impact Hoosiers, For Now
Indiana was one of 20 states involved in the lawsuit that challenged the constitutionality of the Affordable Care Act.
Read MoreDecember 13, 2018
Panel Talks Mental Health And Addiction In Indiana
In recent years Indiana agencies have expanded treatment and recovery services, increased Medicaid coverage and provided school based support.
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