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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 …

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New $6.8 million medical offices coming to Delaware …

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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COVID vaccine booster shots available to …

WEB0:51. MUNCIE, Ind. — The Delaware County Health Department is providing vaccines for COVID-19, including booster shots for those who have completed …

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Houseplants for your health

WEBAnother important benefit to having houseplants is the health benefits. Houseplants help to filter toxins and carbon out of the air in your house. Having plants in …

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Muncie Mission plans to open free clinic in October

WEB0:50. MUNCIE, Ind. — A free medical clinic, aimed at helping people who struggle to afford basic health care, is being organized at the Muncie Mission and is …

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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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Muncie-area orthopedic medical care expanding due to demand, …

WEBThe expansion of orthopedics is a trend that has arrived in East Central Indiana but has been ongoing due to both demand for the treatment and and the …

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Open Door begins back-to-school immunizations, …

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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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 …

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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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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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 state money − $1.3 million in 2024 and $2.6

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Midwives help with prenatal care, family planning and health exams

WEBMidwives often provide routine primary and gynecologic care for women of all ages. This includes: health education, preventive care, preconception care and family planning. Our midwives are

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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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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 Meridian Health Services, died Dec. 13.

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Eight decades after World War II service, help sought for local …

WEB1:34. MUNCIE, Ind. — Gene Moody presumably earned the lasting gratitude of his nation 79 years ago when as a teen from Tennessee he was wounded while serving …

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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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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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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 Crisis Center remodel set to start next week

WEBMUNCIE, Ind. — Renovation work is now set to start on the building that will become the Muncie Crisis Center. Mayor Dan Ridenour told The Star Press Tuesday …

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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

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 led by Michael White, a

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