Wayne County Health Department

04/28/2026

Parkinson’s disease (PD) affects more than movement. It can also impact digestion, nutrition, and daily comfort in ways many people don’t realize.

Join us for a free viewing party for “The Gut-Brain Connection PD Symposium” from 8–11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, April 29 in Lingle Grand Hall, Reid Health, 1100 Reid Parkway in Richmond.

Doors open at 8 a.m. with the online program beginning promptly at 8:30 a.m. Complimentary refreshments will be provided.

People living with PD often experience gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms that can affect daily function, medication effectiveness, nutrition, swallowing safety, and overall quality of life. Emerging research also highlights the gut as a potential factor in brain-related diseases such as PD.

This online symposium offers an accessible, interdisciplinary overview of:
• The gut–brain connection
• The role of the microbiome
• Practical food for health strategies
• A moderated Q&A addressing common challenges

This event is sponsored by the Parkinson's Foundation, Reid Fitness, Rock Steady Boxing, Reid Health Neurology, and Rush University Medical Center.

The symposium is open to individuals living with Parkinson's, their family, friends, and the community.

Attendance is free, but registration is required to help us plan appropriately. To RSVP, contact Victoria Raney at Victoria.Raney@reidhealth.org.

Space is limited. RVSP by Friday, April 24 to attend.

04/28/2026

04/27/2026

New CDC Data Show Weekly ER Visits for Tick Bites Higher than Usual

Visits to emergency rooms for tick bites are higher than normal in many parts of the country right now, according to CDC's Tick Bite Tracker. In all regions except the South Central United States, weekly rates of ER visits for tick bites are the highest for this time of year since 2017.

In advance of Lyme Disease Awareness Month in May, CDC is urging the public to take steps to protect themselves and their families from tick bites, and the serious diseases they can cause, including Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, and alpha-gal syndrome.

Information on the use of syndromic surveillance data for tickborne disease surveillance.

04/23/2026

What a fun event! We were able to provide lots of sunscreen, tick removers and jump ropes to help enhance the summer fun that is just around the corner. We still have sunscreen available at our office. Feel free to stop by and grab some.

04/23/2026

Don’t forget to come see us this Friday

04/23/2026

Bounce on over to a car seat checkup event and learn how to correctly use your car seat. Find an inspection station near you: https://events.safekids.org/inspection-stations

National Safety Council National CPS Certification NHTSA Safe Kids Worldwide

04/23/2026

Love Glen Miller Park? Tell us all about it! Whether it’s your favorite spot, a new idea, or something we can improve, we’re listening.

Scan the QR code or visit the link in the comments to take our quick survey and help us make the park even more amazing!

04/23/2026

As of April 16, 2026, 1,748 confirmed* measles cases were reported in the United States in 2026. Among these, 1,738 measles cases were reported by 33 jurisdictions: Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Kentucky, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Mexico, New York City, New York State, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and Wisconsin. A total of 10 measles cases were reported among international visitors to the United States.

There have been 19 new outbreaks** reported in 2026, and 94% of confirmed cases (1,637 of 1,748) are outbreak-associated (388 from outbreaks starting in 2026 and 1,249 from outbreaks that started in 2025).

Find the latest numbers of confirmed U.S. measles cases. CDC updates this page weekly.

04/15/2026

Come on in and see us!

04/15/2026

The Wayne County Health Department is dedicated to providing public health services and resources to the citizens of Wayne County, Indiana. ALL document processing occurs between 8:00 a.m. and 4:15 p.m. to provide ample time for end of day processes.

04/13/2026

Wish Beth, our Deputy Director of Clinical Operations a Happy Birthday!!!!! We hope you have a great day Beth.