Category Archives: Health
Scientists may have found a pill to treat sleep apnea
(ADAMS) - Scientists may have discovered a pill to treat sleep apnea. A European clinical trial found the drug was remarkably effective in reducing breathing interruptions in people with moderate to s...
Mar 11, 2026 annaleb06.aol.co.uk / Depositphotos.com
Is being a night owl "bad"? Local sleep experts weigh in
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (ADAMS) - As we spring forward and the time changes, you may be giving some thought to your sleep habits. Local sleep experts with Lutheran Health Network have some explanations and t...
Mar 08, 2026 AY_PHOTO / Depositphotos.com
Local health officials: Five heart attack warning signs you need to know
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (ADAMS) - February is American Heart Month, and Lutheran Health wants you to know the signs of a heart attack. Lutheran officials remind you that your heart is one of the most importa...
Feb 24, 2026 spaxiax / Depositphotos.com
Local experts share why winter makes us sleepy
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (ADAMS) - When we think of hibernation, bears often come to mind, but humans also feel the urge to stay warm and sleep through the winter months. "Cold winter air and furnaces can be ...
Feb 10, 2026 AY_PHOTO / Depositphotos.com
Indiana and Ohio among states with "very high" flu activity
UPDATE (January 6, 2026): (ADAMS) - Federal health officials say the U.S. has seen a major spike in the number of flu cases in December. The latest data from the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and P...
Jan 06, 2026 chanida_ppdepos / Depositphotos.com
Should you sleep with your pet?
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (ADAMS) - It is hard to say no to your furry friend when they jump in bed and want snuggles, but have you ever wondered if you should Is it clean? Is it safe? Molly Mengerink, Lead Sl...
Dec 08, 2025 AllaSerebrina / Depositphotos.com
Hoosier health officials recommend best practices for food safety
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. (ADAMS) - As families and loved ones celebrate the season by coming together for holiday meals, the Indiana Department of Health (IDOH) is reminding Hoosiers of food safety tips to ...
Nov 25, 2025 melastmohican / Depositphotos.com
At least 15 babies contract infant botulism tied to baby formula
(ADAMS) - America's infant botulism outbreak is growing with multiple states affected, including New York and New Jersey, despite a nationwide recall of a certain baby formula. The FDA warned parents ...
Nov 12, 2025
Indiana Department of Health furloughs dozens of workers amid shutdown
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. (ADAMS) -The ongoing federal government shutdown has resulted in nearly 50 Indiana Department of Health employees being furloughed starting Monday. The agency notified 48 workers th...
Nov 07, 2025
Hoosier health officials report first flu death of this season
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. (ADAMS) - Health officials are confirming Indiana's first flu death of the season. The Indiana Department of Health did not say where the flu case happened or the person's identity ...
Oct 28, 2025
