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Why Indianapolis wants to create a violence reduction council
A review team is planning to look at what led to gun violence and how to prevent it.
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Mary Claire reports on how we stay healthy and the systems that are meant to support us in that.
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Mental health
Mirror Indy investigation sparks action to keep hospital patients out of jail
Prosecutors and public defenders are diverting hospital arrests to mental health treatment.
Where to find free grief support in Indianapolis
These 8 organizations and community centers offer counseling and groups for children, parents, LGBTQ+ folks and more.
Public Editor: Women journalists – worldwide and here at home – face outsized online attacks
Indianapolis journalists tell of enduring online trolls because of their reporting
Grant funds mental health training for Indiana librarians
Indiana librarians will receive mental health training through a $50,000 grant, making libraries a go-to resource for mental health support.
Indy residents gear up for the national ‘Veteran Olympics’
15 Hoosiers will go toe-to-toe with veterans nationwide June 27-July 2 in Tampa.
Get free mental health first aid training — and a $50 gift card
The May 14 and May 16 sessions will teach you how to recognize and respond to crises.
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Health care access
‘Sicker and poorer’: Hoosiers brace for higher ACA health plan premiums
Congress has not extended subsidies for marketplace insurance plans.
Hoosiers affected by floods can get free legal help at this clinic
Get help with insurance claims and replacing important documents at an Aug. 22 clinic.
Most Indiana homeowners don’t have flood insurance. Here’s what to know
After historic flooding, many residents don’t have insurance to cover the costs of repairs.
Up to 300,000 Hoosiers could face Medicaid work mandate
Some Healthy Indiana Plan members must begin documenting work, school or volunteer hours in October.
Health experts celebrate Indiana Medicaid coverage for weight loss drugs
But as broader Medicaid cuts continue, doctors worry about continued funding.
Why Indiana homeowners insurance may pay less for roof fixes
Hail and windstorms are partly to blame for higher premiums and less coverage.
Cuts to SNAP, Medicaid could impact free school meals at high-poverty schools
Schools where at least 25% of students are enrolled in programs like SNAP are eligible to offer free breakfast and lunch to all students without income verification or individual household applications.
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More Health news
West Nile virus found in dozens of Indiana counties. Here’s how to protect yourself
The virus is spread by infected mosquitoes and can cause mild symptoms like vomiting or body aches in some people.
Lawmakers study Indiana’s sexual assault response
The Interim Study Committee on Public Health, Behavioral Health and Human Services met in House chambers Tuesday to hear testimony on the topic.
Indiana’s abortion ban has a ‘chilling effect’ on ER pregnancy care
A study found ER doctors are more hesitant to care for pregnant patients who are bleeding.
Why this Indianapolis agency is paying people to become EMTs
The class helps people get a foot into healthcare without high costs.
As Indy marks America’s 250th, a museum remembers past epidemics
A staff member created an exhibit for her grandfather, who had polio.
Thousands of Hoosiers not enrolling in federal safety net programs
Recent study reveals large gaps in eligible families receiving benefits.
Grab a free lead testing kit from any library
IU Indianapolis researchers will test the samples you collect and send you a report.
Inside the lobbying push that fueled arrests at Indy hospitals
The Indiana Hospital Association pushed for police and new penalties. But there’s little public oversight.
Head to this wellness writing workshop at The Whispering Shelf
‘It’s about self reflection,’ one bookstore employee said about the free Aug. 4 event.
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