Articles tagged as: Health
September 12, 2025
Central Indiana children are struggling with obesity. The pandemic made it worse
The Indiana Youth Institute is highlighting the rise of obesity in central Indiana youth.
Read MoreSeptember 5, 2025
One year in, Indy Health District leader reflects on launch
Life expectancy data in Indianapolis shows significant disparities between neighborhoods. In some areas, including the near north side, residents are only expected to live into their 60s.
Read MoreAugust 8, 2025
Marion County officials say changing name of DEI committee doesn’t change the 'mission'
The Health and Hospital Corporation of Marion County changed the name of one of its Diversity, Equity and Inclusion committees this summer. The renamed committee is now called the Cultural Excellence Committee.
Read MoreJuly 11, 2025
Indiana axes public health programs and staff as Braun aims to end DEI
In a report released this week, Braun's administration detailed the programs that have been eliminated or face planned cuts, including in the Indiana Department of Health and the Family and Social Services Administration.
Read MoreJanuary 14, 2025
Why some doctors have started asking patients about their spiritual lives
Indiana University's hospital system is pairing patients with local faith groups to ease feelings of loneliness and isolation. The unique new program comes as more doctors are seeing a need to care for patients' spiritual as well as physical health.
Read MoreSeptember 30, 2024
Indianapolis Foundation announces new plan focused on equity
The organization said its goal is to make Indianapolis the most inclusive and equitable community in the nation.
Read MoreApril 16, 2024
Preliminary data shows decrease to infant mortality. Expert says rate is consistent but concerning
Preliminary data for 2023 shows a decrease in Indiana's infant mortality rate for the first time since 2019, according to a new report.
Read MoreMarch 26, 2024
Franciscan Health opens new cancer center in West Central Indiana
The center will provide screenings, diagnostics and treatments for patients in one centralized location.
Read MoreMarch 15, 2024
Accessing critical care: LGBTQ+ Health Awareness Week
March 18-22 is LGBTQ+ Health Awareness Week and here’s what local organizations are doing in Indianapolis.
Read MoreFebruary 21, 2024
The story of Jade and Lena, friends who refused to let sickle cell win
Together, they’ve faced chronic pain and medical racism — and found their voices.
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