Articles tagged as: IPB
November 26, 2024
Several top Holcomb administration officials have left, which governor says is normal
Several top officials in Gov. Eric Holcomb’s administration have left state government in recent weeks — which is normal as Holcomb’s eight years in office come to an end in January.
Read MoreNovember 26, 2024
Study finds issues raised by patients not included in medical records at some Midwest VA clinics
A recent study found medical records in some U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs clinics didn’t include most issues that patients brought up during their appointments. The study focused on the electronic medical records created by a small group of primary care clinicians in VA clinics across the Midwest.
Read MoreNovember 26, 2024
Hospital uses paramedicine, mobile clinics to address gaps in rural primary care
Rural communities often have unique challenges when it comes to accessing health care. Some rural hospitals, like Rush Memorial Hospital, have had to invest in ways to connect people to care.
Read MoreNovember 26, 2024
Indiana Department of Health reports first flu death of the season
The Indiana Department of Health reported the state’s first flu death of the season. The department said no additional information about the person would be released to protect their identity.
Read MoreNovember 26, 2024
Advocates say election may mean big Medicaid changes. But warn not to panic, spread misinformation
Advocates said they’re concerned about how the results of the presidential election could impact Medicaid programs in the state. One advocate says people should pay attention to national changes, but shouldn’t panic.
Read MoreNovember 25, 2024
Hoosiers to spend slightly less on Thanksgiving compared to 2023 prices
But the Indiana Farm Bureau's Thanksgiving market basket prices are still significantly higher than 2019, which experts say is inflation’s persistent effect on food prices since the pandemic.
Read MoreNovember 25, 2024
Indiana revenues are over $300M short of what the state expected
Indiana failed to collect as much revenue as the state budget plan expected for the third consecutive month in October.
Read MoreNovember 22, 2024
Hydrogen project at BP enters planning phase. Residents worry safety concerns not being heard
BP plans to make what’s called “blue” hydrogen — using fossil fuels to make hydrogen and then storing its carbon emissions underground. That hydrogen could be used to reduce emissions in Indiana industries that are hard to decarbonize — like oil refining and steelmaking.
Read MoreNovember 22, 2024
Medicaid members, providers continue to face challenges with FSSA’s Pathways implementation
Medicaid members and providers continue to encounter problems with the implementation of the state’s new long-term care program for people over 60. One lawmaker said the dedicated support line isn’t able to provide basic information.
Read MoreNovember 21, 2024
Dozens of women leaders demand action from Indiana Democratic Party on harassment and abuse
More than three dozen women have sent a letter to Indiana Democratic Party Chair Mike Schmuhl demanding a plan to hold sexual harassers and abusers accountable.
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