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Discover six common summertime health risks and how to prevent them. Summer wouldn’t be complete without activities and adventure, and nothing can ruin the fun like an injury or illness. Before you and your loved ones start your summer experiences,...

Community Healthcare System, now Powers Health, has landed in the top 20% on Forbes’ 2024 list of America’s Best Employers for New Grads. To compile the list, Forbes partnered with market research firm Statista and surveyed more than 100,000...

Discover how to protect yourself and your loved ones when the heat is unbearable During the summer months, making outdoor plans can be challenging. Is it safe to spend hours completing yard work? Is it safe to attend a birthday party in the local...

Wellness Advice from Northwest Health Itchy eyes. Nasal congestion. Sneezing. At least one in four Americans are now experiencing seasonal allergies throughout the spring, summer and fall.  Many people believe their allergies are getting worse...

Three LaPorte County high school seniors with future healthcare career goals recently received Franciscan Health Michigan City Medical Staff Memorial Scholarships to assist with their post-secondary educations. LaPorte High School seniors Olivia...

Will your hospital procedure require you to stay overnight? In a hospital, the terms inpatient and outpatient are often used when referring to the type of procedure or services a patient receives. It is essential for you to know the difference...

What type of imaging exam do you need? If you ever had an injury or even a certain type of disease, it might have required an imaging exam. Imaging exams use advanced technology to help physicians get a closer look into the body to help diagnose the...

The American Red Cross Babysitting Course class covers a wide range of information that can help new babysitters, ages 11 and above, gain the skills and confidence needed to care for infants and children. The course takes roughly 10 hours to complete...

Genetics... lifestyle choices… environmental influences… Did you know that all three of these have a significant impact on a person’s susceptibility to breast cancer? To learn more about these and other various factors that contribute to breast...

Free event open to new and expectant parents Franciscan Health Family Birth Center Olympia Fields is hosting a free Baby Expo May 4 at Franciscan Health Olympia Fields for new and expectant parents. The event features tours of the Family Birth...