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May is Mental Health Awareness Month
Mental health awareness month has been observed in the United States since 1949 and was originally commemorated by the Mental Health America Organization. They intended to bring light to the importance of mental health and
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Clean Hands = A Safer Community
As summer approaches and we think about our travel plans, sporting events, and just spending more time in our communities in general, it’s a great time to remind ourselves and our families of the importance
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How to Nip Your Seasonal Allergies in the Bud This Spring
April showers bring May flowers and the start of seasonal allergy season, unfortunately, too. Seasonal allergies — also called hay fever and allergic rhinitis — can make you miserable. They usually include a combination of
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The Many Benefits of Physical Activity for Adults
Regular physical activity is one of the most important things you can do for your health. Active people generally live longer and are at less risk for serious health problems. For people with chronic diseases,
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World Health Day, One-Way Masking and Moving Forward in the Pandemic
World Health Day On April 7th every year, we take a short pause in our busy lives to think of our health. This is thanks to the celebration of World Health Day. World Health Day
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Cancer Support Community South Central Indiana Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
On Tuesday, March 29, 2022, Cancer Support Community South Central Indiana held a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the grand opening of its new brick and mortar location at 1719 W 3rd Street. This special
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Spring Clean Your Health this Season
Do your New Year’s health-related resolutions need a kick start? Implementing major life changes can oftentimes be difficult in the midst of the cold, bitter months of the year. Although, as the saying goes, spring
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Healthy Ways to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day
St. Patrick’s Day observes the death of St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland. The holiday has evolved into a celebration of Irish culture with parades, special foods, music, dancing, drinking, and a whole lot
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National Nutrition Month
National Nutrition Month is observed for the entire month of March. Strategically placed just a few months after the new year, it reminds us and helps us reflect on if we really are living a
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Monroe County’s Mask Mandate Comes to an End After Indiana Governor Ends Public Health Emergency
After nearly two years, Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb signed an executive order that ended the COVID-19 public health emergency in Indiana on Thursday, March 3. This legislation implemented new restrictions on private COVID-19 vaccines across
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