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Back to School: Athletic Physicals and Immunizations

Open Door is visiting Muncie neighborhoods to make sure your child has the immunizations and sports physicals they need for the new school year.

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Take action now to avoid a gap in your Medicaid coverage

Almost 1 in 4 Americans are covered by Medicaid. Some eligibility requirements were relaxed during Covid. These requirements start again April 1. Ensure you don't accidentally lose coverage: make sure your contact info is up-to-date with FSSA.

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Can I use my at-home COVID test past the expiration date?

The FDA has extended the expiration date for some at-home COVID tests as more data about their stability has been collected.

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Flu Shots

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Why experts recommend kids get vaccinated against COVID-19

Why is COVID-19 vaccination so important for kids ages 5 and up?

Dr. Kari Kendall, a pediatrician with Open Door Health Services in Muncie, shares the “why” in her own words, as communities continue to navigate the pandemic together:

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CDC announces expanded COVID-19 booster eligibility

The CDC recommends the following people SHOULD receive a COVID-19 vaccine booster:

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Share your thoughts on Open Door’s sliding fee discounts

Open Door offers sliding fee discounts to ensure healthcare is accessible to everyone, regardless of income or insurance status. Your feedback on this program is important to us.

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What do I do after my COVID-19 test?

If you have COVID-19 symptoms or have been exposed, getting tested is an important tool in protecting yourself, your family, and your community.

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Important COVID-19 Testing Updates

With the rapid spread of the omicron variant and a widespread shortage of rapid tests, please note these important changes to testing offerings at Open Door’s no-cost community testing site, as well as within patient visits at medical sites.

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Who is at risk for diabetes?

Diabetes is a disease we hear about often, but what is it? According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), much of the food we eat is turned to sugars that enter our bloodstream. Our bodies produce insulin to regulate the amount of sugars in the bloodstream.

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CDC announces expanded COVID-19 booster eligibility

The CDC has authorized expanded eligibility for COVID-19 booster shots.

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Open Door requires COVID-19 and flu vaccination for employees

On Aug. 17, Open Door Health Services announced it will require COVID-19 and flu vaccination for all employees across its seven East Central Indiana locations.

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Mobile Unit offers back-to-school physicals and immunizations—No appointment needed

The Open Door Mobile Unit team is ready to take care of all your family's back-to-school health needs. Our annual physical and immunization event series begins July 27.

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COVID-19 testing changes at Open Door

Open Door’s no-cost community COVID-19 testing program, in operation since fall 2020, was made possible through a local and state government contract. This contract concludes June 30.

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Supporting a path out of addiction

Warm paper comes out of the printer and directly into the hands of Elizabeth Hansard. It's a certificate ready to be awarded to another patient for completing the Open Door Vivitrol Program.

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Telehealth available for virtual visits

Your routine medical needs don't stop in a pandemic. Maintaining annual check-ups, preventative exams, and care for chronic conditions is essential—even during COVID-19.

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Hoosiers age 16+ now eligible for COVID-19 vaccination

In Indiana, eligibility also includes certain occupations, including K-12 educators and support staff, as well as certain medical conditions.

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Open Door employees earn statewide honors

Two Open Door Health Services employees have earned top statewide honors in the Indiana Primary Health Care Association (IPHCA) annual awards program.