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COVID-19 vaccines available for children under 5
Today, the ISDH announced that COVID-19 vaccines for children ages 6 months up to age 5 are now available at some Indiana providers, expanding the population eligible to be protected against the disease.
Second COVID-19 vaccine booster now available
Hoosiers age 12 and older who have weakened immune systems and individuals age 50 and older who received a booster dose of an mRNA COVID-19 vaccine at least four months ago are now eligible for a second booster.
ISDH officials work to improve maternal health
Indiana Governor Eric J. Holcomb has proclaimed January 23, 2022, as Maternal Health Awareness Day in Indiana.
Indiana offers COVID-19 vaccine boosters to Hoosiers ages 12 to 15
Today, the Indiana State Department of Health announced that Hoosiers aged 12 to 15 who received their second dose of the Pfizer vaccine at least five months ago are now eligible to receive a booster dose.
ISDH Commissioner test positive for COVID-19
Indiana State Health Commissioner Kris Box, M.D., FACOG, is recovering at home after becoming re-infected with COVID-19, the Indiana Department of Health announced Tuesday.
Governor’s Public Health Commission to meet – 12/16/2021
The Indiana Governor’s Public Health Commission will discuss models of public health governance and structure during its next meeting on Dec. 16, 2021.
Hoosiers 16 and 17 eligible for COVID-19 booster
Today, the ISDH announced that any Hoosier aged 16 or older can receive a booster dose of the Pfizer vaccine so long as they received their second dose at least six months ago.
City installs “Turn Around Don’t Drown” signs
Today, city officials discussed the installation of six “Turn Around Don’t Drown” signs in Fort Wayne, Indiana, in proximity to Junk Ditch, which is susceptible to flooding.
Local health officials urge continued vigilance against COVID-19
A steady increase in hospitalizations and positive cases of COVID-19 in northeast Indiana are reminders to the community that recommended precautions to slow the spread of the coronavirus should be followed by everyone.
ISDH/Purdue partner to ensure equitable health services access
The Indiana State Department of Health has partnered with Purdue University on a new initiative that aims to ensure Hoosiers have better access to the resources they need to improve their health.