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ISDH: Smart use of antiobiotics leads to best care
U.S. Antibiotics Awareness Week, which runs from November 18 to 24, 2021, is an opportunity to learn about good antibiotic prescribing practices and use.
Governor’s Public Health Commissioner meeting – 11/18/2021
The Governor’s Public Health Commission will discuss public health funding issues during its next meeting on Thursday, November 18, 2021.
Hoosiers ages 5 to 11 now eligible for COVID-19 vaccine
Today, the ISDH announced that Hoosiers ages 5 to 11 are now eligible for a free COVID-19 vaccine following Tuesday’s authorization of the pediatric vaccine by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Moderna/J&J COVID-19 booster shots available
Today, the ISDH announced that it will begin offering booster doses of Moderna and Johnson & Johnson vaccine to eligible Hoosiers following federal authorization of the additional dose.
Indiana reports first flu-related death of season
Indiana health officials are urging Hoosiers to immunize against influenza after confirming the first flu-related death of the 2021-22 flu season.
ISDH officials provide update on COVID-19
Today, Indiana State Department of Health officials announced that more than 35,000 third doses of Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine have been administered to Hoosiers age 18 and older since August 2021.
Parkview Health reopens COVID-19 vaccine clinic
Parkview Health has reopened its COVID-19 vaccine clinic at the Parkview Mirro Center for Research and Innovation to offer booster shots to individuals who meet new guidelines from the CDC.
Indiana to begin Pfizer COVID-19 boosters for those eligible
Today, the Indiana State Department of Health announced that booster doses of Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine are available to eligible Hoosiers following federal authorization of the additional dose.
Parkview: Community urged to seek appropriate care and get vaccinated
Parkview Health has seen a significant increase in hospitalizations and patient volumes at clinics across the region due to increasing COVID-19 activity.
Public Health Advisory from the Allen County Health Commissioner
Dr. Matthew Sutter, Allen County Health Commissioner, has issued a Public Health Advisory for the increase in COVID-19 cases in Allen County and Indiana, which is coupled with a rapid increase in hospitalizations.