Article Archives: School Zone Health

Eskenazi Health Recommends Caution during Fall Burning Season

August 31, 2023 | by Dr. Nydia Nunez-Estrada

With the official beginning of the fall season nearly upon us, it’s time to turn our attention to the fun seasonal festivals to come, our favorite football teams returning to the gridiron and anticipating the amazing outdoor show we’ll see when the brilliant colors of fall make the Hoosier state … Read More

Eskenazi Health Escalates Battle against Social Determinants of Health

August 3, 2023 | by Dr. Nydia Nunez-Estrada

In 2022, Eskenazi Health announced our health equity zone initiative, a $60 million project that establishes three health equity zones in Indianapolis neighborhoods. These three health equity zones — which we plan to implement at Eskenazi Health Center sites by 2025 — include Eskenazi Health Center West 38th Street–International Marketplace, … Read More

Heat-Related Emergencies are a Concern during Summer

June 29, 2023 | by Dr. Nydia Nunez-Estrada

Now that June has arrived and springtime has led us into the summer months, we can all look for our weather to become more consistently hot and humid. While many of us welcome that news with open arms, we highly recommend that everyone remain cognizant of the weather dangers associated … Read More

Eskenazi Health Strives to Develop Mental Health Care Workforce

June 1, 2023 | by Dr. Nydia Nunez-Estrada

As with many aspects of the health care industry, more people are needed to work in the field of mental health care than ever before. According to surveys done by the American Psychological Association, numerous mental health providers are feeling the pressure of increased workloads as demand for mental health … Read More

Eskenazi Health Adopts Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative

May 4, 2023 | by Dr. Nydia Nunez-Estrada

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there are a myriad of reasons why breastfeeding is important and highly-beneficial to both mothers and newborns, which is why Eskenazi Health has joined the worldwide Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative (BFHI). Established in 1991 by the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) … Read More