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Give kids a smile program to provide free dental care for children across state including several events in or near Greene County

Give kids a smile program to provide free dental care for children across state including several events in or near Greene County

INDIANAPOLIS — With an aim to curb the rates of untreated tooth decay in children, the Indiana Department of Health (IDOH) is joining with partners to provide free oral health care and education to children across Indiana this February as part of National Children’s Dental Health Month.

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VA Host Veterans Benefits and Resource Fair at Marion County Fairgrounds, January 31, 2023

VA Host Veterans Benefits and Resource Fair at Marion County Fairgrounds, January 31, 2023

The Indianapolis VA Medical Center of Veteran Health Indiana (VHI) will host a Veterans Benefits and Resource Fair on Tuesday, January 31, 2023, from 3:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., at the Marion County Fairgrounds located at 7300 E. Troy Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46239.

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Now a flock in Martin County is affected by highly pathogenic H5 Avian Influenza Virus

Now a flock in Martin County is affected by highly pathogenic H5 Avian Influenza Virus

On December 12, a commercial turkey flock in Martin County was determined to be at high risk of HPAI exposure. To reduce the risk of disease spread, Martin1 was depopulated and has been quarantined. The Martin1 production site is associated with the Daviess1 flock that tested positive for the disease on December 11.

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Highly pathogenic H5 Avian Influenza Virus resurfaces as flock in Daviess County tested presumptive positive yesterday

Highly pathogenic H5 Avian Influenza Virus resurfaces as flock in Daviess County tested presumptive positive yesterday

On December 11, a COMMERCIAL flock in Daviess County tested presumptive-positive for H5 avian influenza virus. Samples will be tested at the national USDA laboratory in Iowa for confirmation. A 10km control area and 10km surveillance zone have been established.  

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FSSA announces new statewide campaign to support Hoosier youth that may be at-risk for justice involvement or substance misuse

FSSA announces new statewide campaign to support Hoosier youth that may be at-risk for justice involvement or substance misuse

INDIANAPOLIS - The Indiana Family and Social Services Administration’s Division of Mental Health and Addiction is launching a new program to support Hoosier youth in building a stronger sense of self through the Believe in You campaign. The campaign includes resources focusing on specific topics and behaviors that have been identified as risk areas for alcohol and substance misuse, such as developing mental strength, positive thinking, coping techniques and self-control.

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Health Department launches back-to-school immunization campaign

Health Department launches back-to-school immunization campaign

INDIANAPOLIS—The Indiana Department of Health (IDOH) has partnered with local health departments and other healthcare entities across the state to host back-to-school immunization clinics this summer as part of a statewide public awareness campaign to help families easily access required and recommended school immunizations prior to the start of the 2022-23 school year.

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Parents seeking COVID-19 vaccines for young Hoosiers asked to check appointment requirements

Parents seeking COVID-19 vaccines for young Hoosiers asked to check appointment requirements

INDIANAPOLIS—The Indiana Department of Health (IDOH) is urging Indiana parents seeking COVID-19 vaccines for children ages 6 months to 5 years to contact the vaccine site listed at www.ourshot.in.gov or call 211 for assistance prior to visiting a vaccine provider to ensure vaccine is available and that no appointment is required. Although some sites may be able to accommodate walk-ins, many sites, including pharmacies and hospitals, indicated Tuesday afternoon that they are requiring appointments due to limited initial supplies of vaccine.

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