Health

By Sophie Bohanon— MUNCIE, IN—The YMCA of Muncie will be hosting their second Pedal for a Purpose: Cycle-A-Thon in support of their LIVESTRONG cancer survivor program. This year’s YMCA of Muncie and Ed’s Carpet & Flooring Cycle-A-Thon will be held on Saturday, May 17th from 8am to 12pm. LIVESTRONG is a free program for cancer survivors. Each session of Livestrong focuses on improving cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, balance, flexibility, and emotional wellbeing. The instructors meet participants where they are, encouraging…

By Jordan Moss and John Disher— MUNCIE, IN—With warmer weather and longer days, now is the perfect time to take charge of your health and say goodbye to tobacco—whether that means smoking, vaping, or using other nicotine products. This season offers countless opportunities to stay active and engaged, making it easier to break free from addiction. More Hoosiers Are Quitting Every Year Indiana’s adult smoking rate has dropped from 21% to 16%, a promising sign that more people are choosing…

By Debbie Bennett, President and CEO, Hillcroft Services— MUNCIE, IN—In Indiana, more than 50,000 people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) rely on Medicaid for their long-term care and support needs. These are our neighbors, our family members, our friends—and they deserve to have the support needed to live independently, have careers, and thrive in their communities. That support might be in the form of someone coming to their home to help them with activities of daily living, helping them…

By Hannah Dunckel— MUNCIE, IN—Meridian Health Pediatrics and Prime-Time Urgent Care will host an open house on Wednesday, February 12 from 10 a.m. to noon at Meridian Health Pediatrics and Prime-Time Urgent Care located at 205 N. Tillotson Avenue in Muncie. The community is invited to tour the newly remodeled building, meet providers, and learn more about the services provided by Meridian’s dedicated pediatric healthcare team.    The Greater Muncie Chamber of Commerce will conduct a ribbon cutting at the…

The American Heart Association says learning CPR could help save the 23,000 children who experience sudden cardiac arrest each year. By Tim Harms, AHA— INDIANAPOLIS—During February – American Heart Month – the American Heart Association, the leading voluntary health organization devoted to a world of healthier lives for all, is urging all Hoosier families to learn the lifesaving skill of CPR. More than 350,000 people experience cardiac arrests outside of a hospital every year. Unfortunately, 90% do not survive. Nearly…

By IU Health Foundation— MUNCIE, IN—June Scheumann recently made a $1 million gift to IU Health Foundation to support neonatalintensive care unit (NICU) care at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital. As a result, the unit will be renamed June and John Scheumann Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. The gift was matched by IU Health, bringing its total impact to more than $2 million. The Scheumann family’s commitment represents a transformational gift for the NICU. “We are so honored and incredibly grateful…

By Tim Harms, American Heart Association— INDIANAPOLIS – With snow predicted to fall across large portions of Indiana this weekend, the American Heart Association encourages Hoosiers to protect their hearts while shoveling snow and to seek immediate treatment if they experience any signs or symptoms of a heart attack. Research shows that many people may face an increased risk of a heart attack or sudden cardiac arrest after shoveling heavy snow. “Shoveling snow can be a very vigorous activity, and…