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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:

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Open Door installs new board officers
Open Door's mission to improve quality of life is supported by a board of directors, the majority of whom are Open Door patients.

Dec. 15: Deadline to enroll in Health Insurance Marketplace
Open enrollment for the Health Insurance Marketplace is happening now
Open Door wants to make sure every resident of East Central Indiana knows two important things about Marketplace open enrollment:

Open Door announces new health center on Muncie's west side
Open Door Health Services is expanding access to healthcare in Muncie. A new Open Door health center, Open Door White River, will open Nov. 30.

Where can I get a flu shot?
Flu shots are important every year as a way to protect yourself and those around you from flu. This year, as the pandemic continues, flu shots are especially important to keep our community as healthy as possible.

Talking to kids about coronavirus
Many families are looking for advice about how to talk with kids about coronavirus, and how to help them work through their feelings.