Eli Lilly testing arthritis drug for COVID-19 treatment
Baricitinib, also known under the brand name Olumiant, is approved in more than 65 countries as a treatment for adults with moderately to severely active rheumatoid arthritis.
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County privacy policies on COVID-19 cases creating tensions over transparency
Counties say they fear HIPAA fines if they provide granular information on COVID-19 cases, but a journalism expert says the free flow of information is needed to help the public understand the level of threat.
Crowne Plaza near Indy airport being used as COVID-19 treatment site
State officials declined to provide details on specifically how the hotel is being used—including whether it is a treatment site for homeless individuals—to protect patient privacy.
Firms rally to fill COVID-19 needs
In response to the pandemic, a litany of firms with health care expertise that are headquartered in the state or with a major presence here stepped up to help.
Court rejects Lilly’s challenge of competitor’s patents on migraine drug
Eli Lilly and Co.’s treatment Emgality and Teva Pharmaceutical’s drug Ajovy were approved within months of each other in 2018.
Justice Department suit alleges Anthem overbilled in its popular Medicare Advantage plans
The Indianapolis-based health insurer is accused of falsely certifying the accuracy of incorrect diagnosis data from doctors and other health providers over four years.
Witham Health Services sued over pediatrician convicted of child molestation
The lawsuit, brought on behalf of one of the victims of Dr. Jonathon Cavins, says a 2004 sexual battery case against him should have been a red flag.
Restrictions put social-service not-for-profits to the test
A big challenge has been that some fundamental assistance—like providing food to low-income or aging individuals and families—doesn’t easily transition to a work-from-home model.
Career OB/GYN thrust into spotlight as state battles COVID-19 pandemic
As Indiana state health commissioner, Dr. Kristina Box finds herself in the spotlight as the highest-ranking public health official in the state during the pandemic, which threatens to overwhelm hospitals.
The strain of isolation: Shift to telecommuting amplifies stressors
Hoosier company leaders are now warding off increased feelings of isolation, anxiety, burnout and depression with virtual water coolers and doughnut deliveries.
Lilly to launch drive-thru COVID-19 testing for health care workers
The drugmaker did not say whether it might broaden the testing in the future to include non-health care workers.
BMO Plaza worker has COVID-19, landlord says
According to an email to companies in the building, the affected tenant has temporarily closed and has hired a janitorial contractor to deeply disinfect its space and nearby common areas.
Pharma giant Lilly to help Indiana health officials with COVID-19 testing
State officials have taken sharp criticism in the last week for the slow pace of testing. Through Tuesday, the Indiana State Department of Health had conducted 193 tests, out of which 39 were presumed positive.
Virus testing is a ‘failing,’ leaving cases uncounted, experts say
Large-scale testing is a critical part of tracking the spread of infectious diseases and allocating resources for treatment. The lack of comprehensive figures means U.S. health providers could quickly be overwhelmed by undetected cases.
Hendricks County elementary school student has positive COVID-19 test, school district says
This is the third reported positive test for COVID-19 in Indiana, and the second in Hendricks County.
UPDATE: Marion County man tests positive for COVID-19, state officials say
Gov. Eric Holcomb said that in response he has declared a public health emergency so the state can seek federal funding to help control and stop any spread of the coronavirus.
U.S. coronavirus fatality rate could be lower than global rate so far
Evidence is mounting that the disease is most likely to result in serious illness or death among the elderly and people with existing health problems.
Local tourism, convention officials prepare for impact from coronavirus
Officials say no events have been canceled locally, but groups—including the NCAA and Visit Indy—are watching the news and weighing their options.
Indiana ranks 7th worst among states for adults with unmet mental health needs
Indiana has been undergoing a huge shift in psychiatric care in recent years, but still doesn’t have the resources to deal with patients suffering from ailments ranging from anxiety to schizophrenia.
Tiny Hancock Health embarks on ambitious, long-term growth plan
Over the past two years, Hancock Health has bought 140 acres of empty farmland at the Mount Comfort exit of Interstate 70 for a development it has named Hancock Gateway Park.