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Hidden in plain sight, pancreatic cancer can go undetected for months, revealing itself only after it has dangerously grown or spread to other organs. Diagnosed in more than 66,000 U.S. patients each year, pancreatic cancer often does not cause any...

Franciscan Health is hosting a free, live webinar aimed at helping patients and their caregivers learn more about atrial fibrillation, commonly known as AFib. The heart is the center of the body’s electrical activity. When the heart’s electrical...

Class to take place at Michigan City Police Department Franciscan Health Michigan City is presenting a free suicide prevention course in December aimed at saving lives. The entry level question, persuade and refer or QPR Suicide Prevention Course is...

As the festive season approaches, learn how to navigate holiday feasts without the discomfort of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Whether you’re craving pumpkin pie or a hearty roast, Powers Health Medical Group’s Yazen Assaf, MD, will...

Nearly 69 million Americans have experienced dizziness or imbalance at some point in their lives. However, dizziness, vertigo and balance issues may be symptomatic of a deeper problem. Join staff members from our Dizzy and Balance Therapy...

Lake County has among the highest incidence of type 2 diabetes in the entire state of Indiana. And type 2 diabetes can lead to serious complications such as heart disease, kidney damage, vision problems and more. Fortunately, type 2 diabetes can be...

Free event features food, film and facts about women’s health Franciscan Health Olympia Fields is hosting a free women’s pajama party aimed at sharing information about women’s cancer and heart health. PJs, Popcorn and Girl Talk is scheduled to...

Franciscan Health Michigan City is presenting the latest installment in its free, faith-based church diabetes initiative, Fan Out Diabetes. Franciscan Health Michigan City’s Fan Out Diabetes program is a faith-based diabetes initiative that pairs...

Franciscan Health Michigan City, in partnership with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, is hosting a free, two-day workshop aimed at teaching suicide prevention skills to help those at risk stay safe. LivingWorks Applied Suicide...

Hip or knee pain keeping you from the activities you love? Take the first steps to recovery by attending, “Get Moving with Mako.” Join Jonathan Edgington, MD, and Michael Knesek, MD, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 2 at Powers Health...