November 21, 2023
State officials raise concerns about access to OB care amid birthing center closures, talk solutions
State officials said Indiana's lack of access to obstetrics care is growing, which is driving the state's high infant and maternal mortality rates. Some lawmakers said more funding and better Medicaid reimbursements could help keep birthing centers open.
Read MoreNovember 16, 2023
Indiana loses $4.2 billion due to untreated mental illness. How did we get here?
Untreated mental health cost Indiana $4.2 billion in 2019. The state has adopted a new law in an attempt to make it more accessible. But many people still endure barriers to seeking treatment.
Read MoreNovember 15, 2023
Medicaid Oversight Committee approves final report with no recommendations
A legislative committee directed to make recommendations on the states Medicaid program approved its final report without any recommendations. The committee chair says their work will inform recommendations ahead of planning for the 2025 state budget.
Read MoreNovember 14, 2023
Committee makes final recommendations to address Indiana’s high health care costs
A committee of state lawmakers unanimously agreed on seven recommendations to address Indianas high health care costs. The final report by the Health Care Cost Oversight Task Force covers a wide range of policy topics, but the recommendations focus on increased transparency across the health care industry.
Read MoreNovember 13, 2023
Gun violence survivors may hesitate to seek mental health care despite trauma, new study found
Survivors of nonfatal shootings do not always seek professional mental health help despite trauma, according to a new study. Stigma and fear of getting in trouble are some of the reasons why.
Read MoreNovember 10, 2023
FSSA seeks feedback on new Medicaid waiver with proposed changes to four others
The Indiana Family and Social Services Administration is applying for a new Medicaid waiver that would expand access to nursing facility alternatives. The waiver will be open to public comment until Dec. 14.
Read MoreNovember 9, 2023
Indiana abortion clinics take new aim at broadening exceptions in abortion ban
Indianas former abortion care providers are taking new aim at the states near-total abortion ban following their loss at the state Supreme Court earlier this year.
Read MoreNovember 9, 2023
Public health workers say they are fighting an uphill battle since COVID. The lackluster funding isn't helping
Across the Kansas City metro, departments are making strategic efforts to rebuild since COVID and prepare for future health emergencies. But they are fighting uphill battles against lackluster funding, a mass exodus of employees and public perception.
Read MoreNovember 8, 2023
IU Health awards nearly $10M to improve health outcomes for Hoosiers in need
IU Health awarded $9.6 million in grant money to 14 community partners which will help address social and environmental issues that affect peoples health.
Read MoreNovember 8, 2023
FDA approves new version of diabetes drug Mounjaro for weight loss
Federal regulators say a new version of the popular diabetes treatment Mounjaro can be sold as a weight-loss drug. The Food and Drug Administration approved Zepbound on Wednesday. The drug has been shown to help dieters lose about a quarter of their body weight, or 60 pounds. It is the latest diabetes drug approved for weight loss, joining Novo Nordisk’s Wegovy, a high-dose version of Ozempic. Short supply and high costs have limited access to both medications. The FDA approved the new drug for people considered obese or for those who are overweight and have a weight-related health condition.
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