June 11, 2024
Free immunization clinics coming to south side of Indianapolis
Free immunization clinics will be available on the south side of Indianapolis this summer.
Read MoreJune 10, 2024
FSSA launches navigation resource for Pathways for Aging, companies meet 'readiness requirements'
Despite concerns about the implementation of a new Indiana Medicaid waiver program, state officials say the insurance companies in charge of the transition have met the readiness requirements. Medicaid members 60 years or older on the Aged and Disabled waiver will transition to a new service structure on July 1.
Read MoreJune 10, 2024
The Checkup: Most teenage overdose deaths happen at home. Here’s what parents need to know
Most adolescent overdose deaths happen in the home, often when family and friends are present.
Read MoreJune 7, 2024
A court ruled embryos are children. These Christian couples agree yet wrestle with IVF choices
When faced with infertility, Christians who believe life begins at or around conception must wrestle with weighty questions: How do you build a family in a way that conforms with your beliefs? Is IVF an ethical option, especially if it creates more embryos than a couple can use?
Read MoreJune 5, 2024
CMS approves Indiana's changes to several Medicaid waivers
Hoosiers with disabilities or those who want to age in place will see significant changes to Medicaid services following the federal government's final approval to plans proposed by the state.
Read MoreJune 5, 2024
Indiana added to federal program to expand mental health care, access
A federal program could help Indiana increase mental health and substance use disorder resources for Hoosiers. Indiana is one of 10 states added to a Medicaid demonstration program focused on expanding access to care.
Read MoreJune 5, 2024
Bird flu continues to spread. Scientists worry states aren't testing enough to know the extent of it
Some states’ wait-and-see approach worry public health expert as bird flu inches closer to humans.
Read MoreJune 3, 2024
FSSA urges Medicaid members submit plans by June 15 for attendant care transition
In response to the $1 billion Medicaid shortfall, the state is cutting a family caregiving program for medically complex children. Now, caregivers for these children have to decide by June 15 whether they will transition to a new Medicaid program. The Family and Social Services Administration says the deadline gives it enough time to review and approve the plans.
Read MoreMay 31, 2024
Mental health exclusion in 'health or life' exception focus for second day of abortion law challenge
The abortion providers who brought the challenge argue one of the laws few exceptions is unconstitutionally narrow and could harm pregnant Hoosiers.
Read MoreMay 29, 2024
First day of trial to challenge Indiana's abortion law focuses on 'health or life' exception
Abortion providers said a critical exception in Indiana's near-total abortion ban is vague and unclear which puts patient lives at risk. The first day of testimony in the latest legal challenge to the law largely focused on concerns around the health or life exception.
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