August 1, 2024
The Checkup: 'The Fifth Branch' and a quest for a safer mental health crisis response
Many cities and counties across the country are implementing unarmed crisis response teams for calls involving nonviolent mental health crises. But there is a long way to go to serve some of America's most vulnerable people.
Read MoreAugust 1, 2024
Indy’s new gun violence prevention program provides wraparound services
Indianapolis announced the state’s first hospital-linked violence prevention program with the goal of breaking the cycle of violence in the community.
Read MoreJuly 31, 2024
Indiana launches effort to study link between firefighter cancer rates and protective gear
The state pilot program aims to better understand the connection between exposure to PFAS and cancer amongst Hoosier firefighters.
Read MoreJuly 30, 2024
Providers, patients work to navigate access to care in near-total abortion ban's first year
Since Indiana's near-total abortion ban took effect, patients have encountered new challenges and barriers to what many providers consider an essential part of OB-GYN care.
Read MoreJuly 30, 2024
New program to provide Haitian and Burmese communities with mental health workforce training
New funding will train Haitian and Burmese residents to become behavioral health professionals in their communities.
Read MoreJuly 29, 2024
Data will need time to reflect Indiana's near-total abortion ban effects, expert says
It’s been nearly one year since Indiana’s near-total abortion ban took effect, limiting access to care to just a few narrow exceptions. It will take some time for data to better reflect the impact the law has had on Hoosiers.
Read MoreJuly 26, 2024
Campaign launches new resources to help students explore health care professions
A new statewide resource is aimed at giving students an interactive experience to explore career pathways in the healthcare industry — which is among Indiana’s top employment sectors. The creators of the new program say educating students about health care careers is important for the future of the industry.
Read MoreJuly 25, 2024
DNR confirms 'rabbit fever' in Tippecanoe County
The Indiana Department of Natural Resources announced Thursday it had confirmed cases of tularemia — also known as “rabbit fever” — in wild rabbits in Tippecanoe County.
Read MoreJuly 24, 2024
Iowa's new abortion law could have ripple effects across the region
An Iowa law that bans abortion as early as six weeks of pregnancy is poised to go into effect next week. The law could have rippling affects on abortion care across the Midwest.
Read MoreJuly 24, 2024
Summer camp built for kids with sickle cell brings social connection and fun
Sickle cell disease is a debilitating genetic blood disorder. Many kids with the disease find themselves missing out on fun, immersive experiences like overnight summer camp. But one Indiana camp is looking to change that.
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