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Here's when to go to urgent care for your health needs

WebYour primary-care physician plays a valuable role in managing your long-term health care, while urgent care is designed to take care of your immediate and urgent …

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COVID vaccine booster shots available to immunocompromised …

Web0:51. MUNCIE, Ind. — The Delaware County Health Department is providing vaccines for COVID-19, including booster shots for those who have completed one round …

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Millions from state to invigorate, expand county health department

WebCounty Health Department Administrator Jammie Bane discussed preparation for changes coming to the department in 2024 and 2025 do to an influx of …

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Thyroid disease is startlingly common and usually treatable

WebWhat is thyroid disease? Thyroid disease is a common condition that is caused by under-or-over use of the gland. When the thyroid doesn’t produce enough of a …

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New $6.8 million medical offices coming to Delaware County

WebMUNCIE, Ind. — Optum, a multi-state healthcare company that includes longtime local provider American Health Network along with the Delaware County …

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Ask the expert: Heart problems are necessarily for older adults

WebDispelling misconceptions about heart health is crucial for promoting overall well-being and reducing the burden of cardiovascular disease. By understanding the …

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Don’t have insurance

WebHowever, a patient's insurance coverage can affect the length of their hospital stay and health outcomes. As of 2021, Medicaid insures 21.6% of Hoosiers under the …

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Meridian's 'Flu-Lapalooza,' drive-thru COVID testing, vaccines return

WebMUNCIE, Ind. — As flu season inches closer while the COVID-19 pandemic rages on, Meridian Health Services will once again kick off October with its one-day Flu …

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Open Door begins back-to-school immunizations, physicals

WebCharlotte Stefanski is a reporter at the Star Press. Contact her at 765-283-5543, [email protected] or follow her on twitter @CharStefanski. Open …

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Open Door to begin offering no-cost COVID-19 testing this week

Web0:05. 0:51. MUNCIE, Ind. — As the need for COVID-19 testing continues to rise, Open Door Health Services is starting a new no-cost, state-contracted community …

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Crisis center to confront addictions, mental stress cases in Muncie

WebIU Health has already secured a $900,000 grant to help support the center. IU Health is supplying a staff of 14 social workers to keep the center staffed 24-hours a …

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IU Health shares tips for cervical health

WebIndiana University Health Ball Memorial Hospital offers a free breast and cervical cancer each fall to the community. To learn more about this and other free or …

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Indiana nonprofits tackle nutritional challenges with food insecurity

WebMUNCIE, Ind. – It’s been documented that individuals with lower access to healthy food options are often at higher risk for obesity and other health concerns. A …

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Meridian opens new center for women struggling with addiction

WebContact her at 765-283-5543, [email protected] or follow her on Twitter @CharStefanski. Meridian Health Services has opened a new recovery home …

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Indiana hospitals to share plan on state's demands to cut rising costs

WebHubbard said IU Health had 10 executives who earned more than $1 million a year and two others who earned more than $3 million a year, as of 2019. There were …

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Late community leader was honored in 2007 with Suzanne …

WebMUNCIE, Ind. — Suzanne L. Gresham, 84, a pioneer in the field of community mental health and guided Comprehensive Mental Health Services, which later became …

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Studies show 2 hours a week in nature restores one's soul

WebA study released in June 2019 found that it takes 120 minutes in green space per week to report consistently better psychological well-being. The team of researchers …

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Kelly Stanley: IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital merger, 10 years later

WebBesides the hospital, there is the added benefit of the strong, engaged IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital Foundation, which 10 years ago, grew to $75 million only …

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Applications for MPD social worker accepted through Nov. 17

WebThe position carries a $55,000 yearly salary with health insurance and state pension retirement benefits. The new employee will have four weeks of vacation and a …

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Vote for The Star Press' IU Health Athlete of the Week for April 15 …

WebIt's time again to vote for The Star Press East Central Indiana high school Athlete of the Week sponsored by IU Health. The reigning Athlete of the Week is Jillian …

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