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Toxic legacy: Lead poisoning in historically Black communities continues to rise

Community advocates and health officials are sounding the alarm on lead poisoning, urging parents, particularly those in historically Black and brown neighborhoods, to get...

Anthem, Dear Fathers to host Dads to Doulas workshop on Aug. 23 

Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield is partnering with Dear Fathers to host the Dads to Doulas Marion County Workshop.  The workshop is a daylong...

American Heart Association, Indianapolis Airport launch cardiac emergency response plan 

More than 10.5 million annual passengers and 11,000 employees at Indianapolis International Airport (IND) will soon be better prepared to respond to medical crises.  The...

IU researchers map kidney cells to improve disease diagnosis 

A team of physician-scientists at Indiana University School of Medicine has made progress in mapping kidney cells.  The progress could eventually lead to more accurate...

Indianapolis EMS breaks ground on new headquarters 

Indianapolis EMS (IEMS), Health & Hospital Corporation (HHC) of Marion County and community leaders broke ground on a new headquarters for the ambulance service.  The...

Mental Health Matters Day returns to the Indiana State Fair  

Mental Health Matters Day will return to the Indiana State Fair on Aug. 15, aimed at raising awareness about mental health and wellness.  Hosted by...

Summer heat raises childhood lead exposure risk, experts warn 

Heat, drought and increased outdoor play are rising this summer in Indianapolis, and with them comes renewed concern over lead exposure.   Experts warn that children...

Scientists find new ways to fight Alzheimer’s 

Researchers have found new targets that could lead to better treatments for Alzheimer’s disease.  The findings come from the Target Enablement to Accelerate Therapy Development...

MHS awards $1.2 million for Indiana youth mental health programs

Managed Health Services (MHS) announced the recipients of a $1.2 million investment targeting youth mental health services across Indiana on Aug. 7. The funding...

Eskenazi Health loses $38 million used to care for uninsured patients

This story was originally published on Mirror Indy. By MARY CLAIRE MOLLOY It’s a challenging year for public health in Indiana. State lawmakers cut $38 million used...
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