Nutrition & Exercise

Franciscan Health offers Virtual Diabetes Prevention Program

Franciscan Health offers Virtual Diabetes Prevention Program Franciscan Health is hosting a virtual diabetes prevention program online starting Wednesday, Oct. 23 at 5 p.m. Central/6 p.m. Eastern. Franciscan Health’s Diabetes Prevention Program follows guidelines recommended by the Centers for Disease...

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Franciscan Health’s weekly Walk with a Doc program steps off Sept. 12 in Crown Point

Franciscan Health’s weekly Walk with a Doc program steps off Sept. 12 in Crown Point Area residents can lace up their walking shoes for a healthy dose of information and exercise as Franciscan Health’s free Walk With A Doc program steps off in Crown Point on Sept. 12. The free, one-hour walks will start at the main entrance of the...

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Region gathers for 6th annual Play for Jake/Bolt for the Heart walk/run to raise money for AEDs

Region gathers for 6th annual Play for Jake/Bolt for the Heart walk/run to raise money for AEDs Heart health affects everyone, and therefore, everyone should be prepared to protect themselves in the case of a cardiac event. This is why people from across the Region gathered to join the Play for Jake/Bolt for the Heart walk/run, which raises...

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Franciscan Health Michigan City sponsoring Play for Jake/Bolt for the Heart walk/run

Franciscan Health Michigan City sponsoring Play for Jake/Bolt for the Heart walk/run Proceeds to fund maintenance for lifesaving AEDs in emergency vehicles across LaPorte County Franciscan Health Michigan City is again teaming up with Bolt for the Heart and the Play for Jake Foundation to sponsor the annual family walk/run, this...

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Franciscan Health Michigan City offering Produce Prescription Program

Franciscan Health Michigan City offering Produce Prescription Program Franciscan Health Michigan City is offering a new Produce Prescription Program aimed at assisting with chronic disease management. Upon successful completion of the free, four-week program, participants will receive produce vouchers for fresh fruit...

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Franciscan Health’s weekly Walk with a Doc program steps off May 29 in Michigan City

Franciscan Health’s weekly Walk with a Doc program steps off May 29 in Michigan City Area residents can lace up their walking shoes for a healthy dose of information and exercise as Franciscan Health’s free Walk With A Doc program steps off in Michigan City on May 29. The free 5K walks will begin at City Hall at 100 E. Michigan...

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Franciscan Health Diabetes Prevention Program scheduled for Munster

Franciscan Health Diabetes Prevention Program scheduled for Munster Franciscan Health is offering prediabetic patients the opportunity to help prevent or delay type 2 diabetes with its year-long Diabetes Prevention Program. Franciscan Health’s 12-month Diabetes Prevention Program follows guidelines recommended by...

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New Prairie High School Partners with Northwest Health to Provide Athletic Training Services

New Prairie High School Partners with Northwest Health to Provide Athletic Training Services Northwest Health recently announced that it will be providing comprehensive sports medicine and athletic training services to high school athletes within the New Prairie School District. This collaboration signifies a commitment to the health and...

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Nutrition as a Social Driver of Health: The Importance of WIC and Older Americans Act Nutrition Programs

Nutrition as a Social Driver of Health: The Importance of WIC and Older Americans Act Nutrition Programs We all know that nutrition is linked to health. The food we eat provides the basic building blocks for our bodies to grow, develop, and function. However, nutrition is not just a biological issue – access to healthy, affordable food is deeply...

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