Health

IU, Purdue Partner To Pair Medical Researchers With Engineers

By Jill Sheridan • Mar 12, 2019
Leaders from Indiana University School of Medicine and Purdue University’s College of Engineering sign a memorandum of understanding to formalize the partnership. (Photo provided by Purdue University)
Jill Sheridan

A new partnership between two Indiana schools aims to advance health care technology by pairing medical researchers with engineers. 

Cancer Research Initiative Focuses On Supporting Women Researchers

By Jill Sheridan • Mar 11, 2019
(Courtesy of American Cancer Society)
Lauren Chapman

A new initiative launched in Indiana will support women-led cancer research.

More women are entering the science field but still struggle to land in leadership positions. The new program from the American Cancer Society in Indiana will raise funds and awareness.  

Montgomery County Establishes Fund To Aid Overdose Response, Recovery

By • Mar 11, 2019
Becca Costello / WFIU News

Montgomery County commissioners have established a fund to improve overdose response and recovery methods. The money comes from a $25,000 award given to Montgomery County and IUPUI’s Richard M. Fairbanks School of Public Health.

County health department administrator Amber Reed says they’re working to provide care and resources for people who come to emergency rooms after an overdose.

People, Place And DNA: Study Goes Knocking For Health Answers

By Jill Sheridan • Mar 11, 2019
Health researchers in Indiana are knocking on doors to collect surveys – and DNA samples. A growing number of studies factor in zip code when considering health outcomes. (Jill Sheridan/IPB News)

Health researchers in Indiana are knocking on doors to collect surveys – and DNA samples. A growing number of studies factor in zip code when considering health outcomes.

E-Cigarette Tax Would Impact Small Businesses

By Jill Sheridan • Mar 11, 2019
E-liquids for sale at Just Vapor in Fishers. (Jill Sheridan/IPB News)

A bill to tax electronic cigarettes in Indiana is moving through the legislature and some say the proposal needs work.

Illinois Bill Aims To Help Children Get Mental Health Services

By Christine Herman • Mar 11, 2019

An Illinois Senate bill aims to help children who are at risk of entering state custody because of issues caused by untreated mental illness. The measure comes as states grapple with ways to help parents who face a heartbreaking choice: giving up custody to obtain expensive treatment for a child.

Alzheimer's Report Highlights Screening, Disease Detection Disconnect

By Jill Sheridan • Mar 6, 2019
(Courtesy of the Alzheimer's Association)

More than 100,000 Hoosiers live with Alzheimer’s disease and that number is expected to rise 18 percent by 2025.

A new report on the disease highlights the need for better detection.

Eli Lilly Announces Cheaper Option For Insulin In Response To Drug Price Outcry

By Jill Sheridan • Mar 4, 2019
Eli Lilly's headquarters in Indianapolis. (Lauren Chapman/IPB News)

Indianapolis-based drug company Eli Lilly says it will soon start selling a cheaper insulin for diabetic patients. The move comes amid outcry over high drug prices.

Hachimoji DNA Creation Could Help Alien Exploration

By Jill Sheridan • Mar 4, 2019
Dr. Millie Georgiadis stands by the equipment that helped map the new DNA model. (Jill Sheridan/IPB News)
Jill Sheridan

An Indiana scientist has helped develop a new type of synthetic DNA, and says it might help astrobiologists think differently about alien life. 

School Mental Health Bill Clears Senate

By Jill Sheridan • Feb 27, 2019
Bill author, Sen. Michael Crider (R-Greenfield), says the creation of an integrated mental health system is a key step in preventing school violence. (Lauren Chapman/IPB News)

A bill to provide mental health care for Indiana students narrowly passed the Senate this week.  The legislation was written in response to school safety. 

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