Indiana State Department of Health - ISDHState Reports High Levels of Blue-Green Algae at Morse and Geist Reservoirs
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - The Indiana State Department of Health has been notified of an increase of blue-green algae at Geist and Morse Reservoirs in addition to an elevated level of microcystin (an algal toxin) at Geist. Working collaboratively with the Hamilton and Marion County Health Departments, state health officials want Hoosiers to be aware and use caution when swimming, skiing, or participating in other recreational activities in either reservoir. Full StoryConfirmed Cases of H1N1 Remains at Three in Indiana
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - The Indiana State Department of Health has reported a total of three confirmed cases of North America Influenza A (H1N1) in Indiana. To date, there have been no additional confirmed cases. We will continue to update the public as new information becomes available, but will only be reporting confirmed cases. Full StoryState Health Department Says 15 Nursing Homes Had Deficiency-Free Annual Surveys in Third Quarter
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - Fifteen Indiana comprehensive-care nursing homes had zero deficiencies in their annual surveys conducted from July through September 2008, state health officials announced today. A total of 129 nursing homes in Indiana had their annual surveys during this period. Full StoryState Health Department Says 12 Nursing Homes Had Deficiency-Free Annual Surveys in Second Quarter
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - Twelve Indiana comprehensive-care nursing homes had zero deficiencies in their annual surveys conducted from April through June 2008, state health officials announced today. A total of 127 nursing homes in Indiana had their annual surveys during this period. Full StorySeptember 28 Is World Rabies Day
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - It is estimated 55,000 people die worldwide from rabies each year. Vaccination of domestic animals has greatly reduced the risk of rabies in the United States, but the Indiana State Department of Health reports it is still a serious concern. In 2006, Indiana had the first human case of rabies in almost 50 years. That individual was bitten by a rabid bat and later died. Full Story  |
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