February is American Heart Month, a time to focus on and raise awareness about heart health while also taking active steps to reduce your own risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD). As the number one leading cause of death for Americans,Read More
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January 8, 2025
Research has consistently shown that engaging in regular physical activity can lead to significant improvements in mental health. Exercise has been linked to reduced symptoms of anxiety and depression, improved mood, and enhanced cognitive function. The relationship between physical activityRead More
January 8, 2025
The Indiana Joint Asthma Coalition (InJAC) has been a trusted resource in Indiana for the past twenty years. Each year the coalition shares how freezing air affects people with asthma and respiratory diseases. Check out Cold Air and Asthma =Read More
October 16, 2024
Start your holiday season with “the apple of your eye” on December 1st by celebrating National Eat a Red Apple Day! Enjoy this healthy and sweet American classic by yourself, or with friends and family! No matter how you chopRead More
October 16, 2024
November is Diabetes Awareness Month, a time to learn about diabetes and how it affects people in Indiana and around the world. This year, World Diabetes Day is on November 14, with the theme “Access to Diabetes Care.” This meansRead More
October 16, 2024
The fall season marks the start of National Children’s Health Month, this year the theme is “Growing Healthy, Growing Happy.” For twenty-five years the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has worked towards improving the health of children by enacting policies thatRead More
August 30, 2024
During September, the Indiana Joint Asthma Coalition promotes awareness of Asthma Peak Week. Asthma Peak Week is always the 3rd week of September. During this week there are more asthma-related hospitalizations or flare-ups than any other week in the year.Read More
July 31, 2024
During back-to-school season, it is important to take extra steps to help students with asthma be prepared. Having a student with asthma requires families, school nurses, teachers, and administrators to work together and come prepared with plans to support theRead More
July 8, 2024
At the 2024 Hoosier Health and Wellness Alliance Annual Food Summit: From Concept to Creation, presenters discussed ways to collaborate and create a sustainable food system for everyone. They emphasized the importance of reflection, support, policy, and research in makingRead More
July 8, 2024
On May 21, 2024, the Indiana Joint Asthma Coalition (InJAC) hosted “At Home in the Environment” to share local resources about Indiana forests, find out about what work is being done in Indianapolis around environment and health and research thatRead More