August 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.
Read MoreAugust 29, 2024
The Checkup: What to know about the latest COVID vaccines and surge
COVID is surging, but new vaccines have been approved. Here’s what to know
Read MoreAugust 28, 2024
Breast cancer survivors have better outcomes with solid romantic relationships
For breast cancer survivors, maintaining a strong bond with their romantic partners can lead to better physical and mental health outcomes, according to a new data analysis.
Read MoreAugust 27, 2024
Medicaid officials outline forecasting changes, update lawmakers on waitlist progress
Indiana Medicaid officials say they’ve adjusted their processes for financial reporting and forecasting to avoid future budget problems after a $1 billion error last year. Officials are starting their forecasting process earlier than normal and will continue to adjust the forecast as they collect more data.
Read MoreAugust 23, 2024
FSSA launches Medicaid waiver waitlist dashboard, lawmakers want more information from the agency
Thousands of people are still waiting for home- and community-based health services as Indiana processes people on waitlists for Medicaid waivers. The Indiana Family and Social Services Administration launched a dashboard to provide updates on the waitlists.
Read MoreAugust 23, 2024
Bill Gates visits IU School of Medicine to learn about Alzheimer’s research
Bill Gates visited Indiana University School of Medicine to learn about Alzheimer's research.
Read MoreAugust 22, 2024
Lawmakers call on FSSA to eliminate POWER account contributions from HIP program
Several lawmakers want the Indiana Family and Social Services Administration to remove a policy from the Healthy Indiana Plan, or HIP, that has been linked to loss of coverage for Medicaid members. The calls to reevaluate POWER account contributions come as the state continues to appeal a federal ruling against the policy.
Read MoreAugust 22, 2024
Extreme weather can leave a trail of destruction and a lasting health impact
It’s been an active season for tornadoes and flooding in the Midwest due to various factors like hot and cold jet streams and climate change. This could create lasting public health challenges.
Read MoreAugust 20, 2024
HIP Plus members will keep coverage as Indiana's appeal moves forward
A federal judge has granted a motion that will allow Healthy Indiana Plan, or HIP, members to maintain their HIP Plus coverage while the state appeals a federal ruling. The program’s approval was vacated by the judge in June, but the state has been working to appeal the ruling.
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