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National Day to Prevent Teen Pregnancy

May 7, 2008 is the National Day to Prevent Teen Pregnancy. On this day, Indiana RESPECT is asking teens to take a short, scenario-based, online "quiz" asking what they would do in a number of sexual situations. Click here to learn more.

State health officials are reminding Hoosiers flooding can pose serious health risks such as exposure to water-borne diseases, drowning, and dangers associated with cleaning up flood-damaged areas. Click here to learn flood safety tips.

Read more about the youth summit

The 1st Annual Public Health and Medicine Summit is June 3-4, 2008. The summit, a collaboration of the Public Health Nurses Conference and Public Health and Medicine Day, will be held at the Adam’s Mark Hotel, Indianapolis International Airport location.

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STATE LAUNCHES IMMUNIZATION CAMPAIGN

The State Department of health has launched a statewide media campaign promoting immunizations to support Governor Daniel's initiative to give all children a healthy start through vaccinations. Click here to view the TV public service announcement.

Influenza A is one of the viruses that causes "the flu." The flu is a viral infection of the breathing tubes and lungs, but also has symptoms of sore throat, muscle aches, headache, and feeling generally ill. Anyone can become infected, but the elderly and young children, or anyone with certain health problems may become seriously ill or die from the flu or its complications. Influenza is spread from one person to another through sneezing or coughing. The virus is taken into the body through the nose or mouth. Even someone who does not yet feel sick, can pass the virus to others. Health officials urge people to get their flu shot. For more information, click here.

INShape Indiana’s 10 in 10 Challenge
Work Healthy Live Healthy

Beginning January 7, 2008 INShape Indiana launched our 10 in 10 Challenge. This year we are encouraging you and your fellow Hoosiers to lose 10 pounds in 10 weeks through a combination of sound nutrition and physical activity. We are expanding our focus to the workplace and asking you to consider your food and activity options at your place of employment. INShape Indiana will be with you every step of the way providing you with weekly emails highlighting healthy eating habits, tips to increase physical activity, and workplace wellness ideas. Click here to sign up, and make 2008 your year to work healthy and live healthy with INShape Indiana.

Indiana State Department of Health Certified Wellness Program

The Indiana State Department of Health is pleased to announce a certified wellness program that Indiana small businesses may use to qualify for a new tax credit. This tax credit seeks to recognize those businesses that are working to improve Indiana’s health status by providing wellness opportunities for their employees. If you are a small business owner, and are interested in improving the health of your employees, please click here for more information.

Dr. Monroe's Rx for Indiana

Read more of Dr. Monroe's Rx for Indiana.

Looking to find a new job?  The State Department of Health has job opportunities.  Job postings are updated weekly.  Click here for more information.

Cystic Fibrosis was officially added to the panel of screened conditions in Indiana on January 1, 2008. By including cystic Fibrosis in the newborn screen, children with Cystic Fibrosis can potentially be diagnosed within the first month of life and receive treatment earlier, which will greatly improve their overall health. Approximately 300 Indiana children per year will have a positive Cystic Fibrosis newborn screen, with 40 of those children being diagnosed with Cystic Fibrosis. For more information about Cystic Fibrosis, go to the Cystic Fibrosis Web site at www.cff.org or contact the Cystic Fibrosis Coordinator in the Newborn Screen Division at Indiana State Department of Health.