Hanna Rauworth

1 week ago | indianapolisrecorder.com | Hanna Rauworth

Gov. Mike Braun signed a suite of 10 health care reform bills into law, marking Indiana’s effort to address rising health care costs and systemic inefficiencies. The laws, which Braun called “transformative,” aim to increase transparency, end anti-competitive practices and reduce costs for Hoosier patients. “I promised Hoosiers I would take on the big health care industry and get solutions to the problems making health care unaffordable,” Braun said.

1 week ago | indianapolisrecorder.com | Hanna Rauworth

The Indiana Department of Health (IDOH) is encouraging Hoosiers to enjoy summer activities responsibly by following guidelines to protect against common seasonal health risks. State Health Commissioner Lindsay Weaver highlighted the importance of prioritizing water safety, sun protection, mosquito-borne illness prevention and grilling safety. Water safety Drowning remains a significant concern in Indiana, especially for children ages 1-4.

1 week ago | indianapolisrecorder.com | Hanna Rauworth

Dear Fathers, a community organization dedicated to empowering Black fathers, has partnered with Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield to launch “Dads to Doulas” in Indiana. This groundbreaking initiative trains Black fathers to become informed advocates in maternal and infant health, addressing significant health disparities in the state. The program, launching in Lake County in July and Marion County in August, will provide doula-level education through in-person and virtual cohorts.

1 week ago | indianapolisrecorder.com | Hanna Rauworth

Congressman Andre Carson (IN-07) and Congressman Mike Levin (CA-49) have introduced the Medical Research for Our Troops Act, aimed at reinstating full funding to the Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs (CDMRP). The bill, H.R. 3906, was introduced on June 11 and has garnered the support of 70 organizations and 22 original cosponsors.

1 week ago | indianapolisrecorder.com | Hanna Rauworth

Indiana University (IU) has secured architectural design approval for its IU Launch Accelerator for Biosciences (IU LAB), marking a significant step in its mission to position Indiana as a global leader in bioscience innovation. The IU Board of Trustees greenlit the plan for the facility, set to be located in the 16 Tech Innovation District. The five-story, 150,000-square-foot building will stand adjacent to the Herron School of Art and Design’s Eskenazi Fine Arts Center on Indiana Avenue.