COVID-19 has proven to disproportionately affect racial and ethnic populations. Black and Hispanic individuals are about four times more likely to be hospitalized and nearly three times more likely to die from COVID-19. Systemic racism and social determinants of healthRead More
The first week of December is National Influenza Vaccination Week. Influenza is a contagious virus that can come with serious complications particularly for those who have conditions such as diabetes, lung disease, and heart disease. It is estimated that 31%Read More
The Indiana Joint Asthma Coalition is pleased to announce the launch of its Asthma Education for the Community Health Worker Training! This free online training is in partnership with the Indiana Community Health Workers Association (INCHWA), and the Association ofRead More
People with a human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) are at an increased risk for cancer. They have a weakened immune system, making them more susceptible to cancer-causing viruses. They are more likely to develop “acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS)-defining cancers,” such andRead More
“A Day on, for YOUR community”- Designated as the only federal holiday observed as a national day of service, the third Monday of each January is a day to volunteer, deliver meals, and support the highest risk populations in yourRead More
As the world continues to maneuver the COVID-19 pandemic, and we all remain diligent in our efforts to protect ourselves from contraction, handwashing remains one of the top measures taken to ensure we are all “doing our part.” Constant handwashingRead More
More than 16 million Americans have chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Millions more have it and don’t know it. The month of November provides the COPD community with a distinct time to come together with one voice to focus on increasingRead More
Smoking Fast Facts: About 32.4 million American adults still smoke cigarettes Smoking remains the single largest preventable cause of death and illness in the world Smoking causes an estimated 480,000 deaths every year, or about 1 in 5 death. MoreRead More
Join Connections IN Health and the Indiana State Department of Health in spreading awareness of National Diabetes Month and World Diabetes Day! According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), diabetes is the seventh leading cause of deathRead More
The holiday season is upon us, and cooking nutritious food and being physically active can be easy ways to engage kids during holiday parties and events. Don’t believe us? See below 10 tips from the U.S. Department of Agriculture onRead More
