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Health & Wellness What to do if a virus gets you In the thick of viral season, even the strongest immunity defense can fall short of fighting the flu, COVID-19 and the common cold. Here’s what to do ... What to do if a virus gets you
Is it COVID-19, flu or a cold? Health & Wellness October 17, 2024 Is it COVID-19, flu or a cold? When your child comes home with a runny nose or your work colleague begins sneezing, we often beg...
Psychedelic-assisted therapy for depression: What works? Health & Wellness December 4, 2024 Psychedelic-assisted therapy for depression: What works? Severe depression affects about one in six people throughout their lifetimes. For some people, de...
Staying active in cold weather: Tips for a healthier lifestyle Health & Wellness December 10, 2024 Staying active in cold weather: Tips for a healthier lifestyle Written by Dr. Trevor Call, sports medicine physician at IU Health West As temperatures drop,...

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American Heart Month: Recognizing when to speak with your doctor
Health & Wellness American Heart Month: Recognizing when to speak with your doctor

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Written by Dr. Omar Batal, cardiologist at IU Health West Heart disease is a leading cause of death, yet many individuals are unsure when to address concerns about their cardiovascular health. Recog...
Common myths about the flu debunked
Health & Wellness Common myths about the flu debunked
Common myths about the flu can make you question decisions, treatment and symptoms when you or a loved one need care. Understanding what’s fact or fiction and knowing the best options for care, can he...
How to prevent carpal tunnel
Health & Wellness How to prevent carpal tunnel
Carpal tunnel syndrome is one of the most common problems affecting the hand. This condition happens when nerves that run from the forearm to the elbow become compressed in the carpal tunnel, or the n...
Bird flu: Key facts you should know
Health & Wellness Bird flu: Key facts you should know
Bird flu is a virus that has been sweeping across the globe since the most recent outbreak began in 2020. The first Indiana case of 2025 happened at a turkey farm in Jay County along the Ohio border, ...
How to avoid injury while training for the Mini-Marathon
We are IU Health How to avoid injury while training for the Mini-Marathon
The IU Health 500 Festival Mini-Marathon is less than three months away. That means, if you haven't already, it's time to start training! Tim Czarnecki is an IU Health physical therapist and running e...