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If you receive an invitation, we urge you to participate in the 2024 Community Health Assessment and share your health needs and challenges. Your voice will help guide us in creating better health programs for everyone in Marion County. Learn more at cha.marionhealth.org.

We recommend not to swim, fish, or kayak/canoe 3 days after rainfall due to storm drain runoff and sewer overflows that could impact surface water. If you are interested in the most recent bacteria results for any of our Fall Creek sampling sites, please call us at 317-221-2266.

Kids can choke on food in the blink of an eye, especially young children and toddlers who are still learning how to eat. Always supervise young children for every snack, mealtime, and bite in between. #ChokingPrevention

Today is the start of Maternal Mental Health Week. 1 in 5 women will experience a mental health disorder like depression or anxiety during/after their pregnancy. For mental health resources for parents in Marion County, see our flyers below to get connected with help and support.

It's National Nurses Week! We'd like to send a big THANK YOU to all the MCPHD public health nurses for their tireless work within the community serving those who most need it.

MCPHD is constructing a new two-story public health laboratory at 38th and Rural streets to enhance community services, improve efficiency, and expand capacity. Completion is expected summer 2026.

MCPHD's ACTION Health Center is a full-service medical office serving residents from birth up through age 26. They offer physical exams, lab testing, sexual health exams, school and daycare physicals, and mental health counseling. Call the ACTION Health Center at 317-221-3400.

A mother's job never ends. To all the moms out there -- you are powerful, strong and beautiful. Happy Mother's Day!

The words we use shape our perceptions. This Older Americans Month, we’re sharing ways to rethink how we talk about aging. Instead of “She still drives,” say, “She drives.” Phrases like “still” often reinforce ageist assumptions. Small shifts like this can make a big impact.

Enjoy the Spring edition of Produce Press which is all about berries; and be sure to try our featured recipe, Banana Berry Snack Stack. Click the link to read now: marionhealth.org/wp-content/upl…

Yesterday, MCPHD employees attended the “Dementia Friendly Indiana Communities” Conference to learn about and support families living with dementia, creating community through partnerships.

Body piercing (everything except for the earlobes) is regulated by MCPHD. Marion County has over 30 licensed studios that offer body piercings. If you’re interested in celebrating and want more information, please visit marionhealth.org/info-for-the-g… or give us a call at 317-221-2266.

Spots are still available for the June series at the Martindale-Brightwood Branch of the Indianapolis Public Library. This four-week program is free and offers incentives, but registration is required at marionhealth.org/diabetes Sign up today!

Our Housing & Neighborhood Health department protects the health and safety of Marion County residents in their homes and promotes clean and healthy neighborhoods. They perform more than 45,000 private property inspections each year. For more information, call 317-221-2150.

Join us to sign a beam for our new Public Health Laboratory, which is currently under construction on the corner of 38th and Rural Streets and set to open in Summer 2026. The beam signing will be from 3:30-5:30 p.m. on June 16. See flyer for more details!

More young children years die from drowning than any other cause. Watch kids closely when they are in or around pools, retention ponds or natural water. Drowning happens quickly and quietly so avoid distracting activities like being on a phone. Learn more: cdc.gov/healthy-swimmi…

Leave Behind kit includes: 1 dose of intranasal Naloxone Resource card with a QR code to the NLB and 211 phone support Info on the Overdose Lifeline Chariot program Educational materials on recognizing an overdose and administering intranasal Naloxone marionhealth.org/nlb.

Dr. Caine spoke at the grand opening of a new support hub on the Gleaners campus that will allow families to access resources like a free medical clinic and community health workers at the same place where the food pantry is located.

Don't swim or let your kids swim if they are sick with diarrhea. One person with diarrhea can contaminate the entire pool and make others sick for up to three weeks. Learn more: cdc.gov/healthy-swimmi… #HealthySwimming

Reclaiming the Village addresses the needs of more than 200 youth in Marion County and to prepare them for successful futures, centering around three main initiatives: 1. “Real Crew Read” book club 2. Conflict Resolution program 3. Communication Circles