Health

Find health news and wellness information for Evansville and the surrounding Tri-State region. Our Times Newspaper covers physical and mental health, disease prevention, fitness and access to care, with attention to health disparities affecting Black residents and resources that help individuals and families make informed decisions.

Applications open for Health & Wellness Grants

Anthem recently announced that applications are now open for the 2025 Interfaith Health & Wellness Grants — an opportunity to empower houses of worship and faith-based organizations that provide programs to improve health and wellness in their congregations and communities. Through this grant, organizations can receive $1,000 to address critical health priorities across Indiana, including: […]

Latest in Health
West Nile Virus Advisory

Vanderburgh County has seen an increase of reported West Nile Virus human cases and 1 West Nile Virus related death. Over the past several weeks there have been 9 human cases reported mostly in the northern part of Vanderburgh County.

Black Infant Mortality Crisis at Center of New Coalition’s First Event

Black babies in Vanderburgh County are dying at a rate 3 times the state and national average.

Dream Savers Alliance launches with First Event to Confront Infant Mortality

Dream Savers Alliance is a new coalition committed to bringing awareness and solutions to combat infant mortality and maternal health.

Power in the Blood and the People – A Call to Action for the Sickle Cell Community
Note to Health Series: Sleep Hygiene
United Way of Southwestern Indiana awarded over $500,000 in grants
Note to Health Series: Depression and Mental Health
FSSA announces launch of Indiana PathWays for Aging Medicaid managed care program, new waivers
The Art of Being Still