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

WEBTo better understand which care option is best for you and your loved ones, view our symptom guide. When should I go to an urgent care? Urgent care facilities …

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COVID vaccine booster shots available to immunocompromised …

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

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New $6.8 million medical offices coming to Delaware County

WEBA press release from East Central Indiana Regional Planning District said that the investment equals about $6.8 million. LaRae Eggleston, vice president of enterprise …

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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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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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Ask the expert: Heart problems are necessarily for older adults

WEBFactors such as diet, exercise, genetics, and overall lifestyle play crucial roles in heart health. Even individuals with a seemingly healthy weight can have poor …

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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 …

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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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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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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 …

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

WEBAs I sat down to draft this article about the health benefits of spending time in nature, I hit writer's block. My computer’s cursor impatiently blinked, waiting for words …

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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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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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Muncie man arrested in police chase, fatal crash moved to jail

WEBMUNCIE, Ind. — A Muncie man accused of leading a Henry County sheriff's deputy on a car chase that ended in a fatal crash has been transferred from IU Health …

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