Nutrition & Exercise

Powers Health and Orthopedic Specialists of Northwest Indiana (OSNI) are pleased to announce their collaboration on a new, state-of-the art orthopedic ambulatory surgery center in Crown Point. The Joint & Spine Center at Powers Health, set to...

As you aim to stay strong and independent in older adulthood, there is a clear recipe for success: exercise. Exercise plays a role in reducing your risk of more than 30 chronic illnesses, according to a 2025 research reviewopens a new window....

Legacy Foundation brought together more than 100 people in Lake County for an important health-related conversation on Friday, March 21. The organization hosted its “Let’s Talk Food” event, featuring three panelists from different organizations...

Children and their families are invited to join in the fun at the free Safe Kids Day on Saturday, April 5 at the Dean & Barbara White Southlake YMCA. The interactive event will include a variety of activities along with educational booths with...

 Franciscan Health is hosting a free, weekly smoking cessation walk and talk support group aimed at helping individuals live healthier, smoke-free lives. The sessions will begin with a 30-minute walk and casual conversation with other...

Registration is now open for the Franciscan Health Produce Prescription Program in Munster, which aims to assist with chronic disease management. Upon successful completion of the free, four-week program, participants will receive produce vouchers...

Registration is now open for the Franciscan Health Michigan City Produce Prescription Program, which aims to assist with chronic disease management. Upon successful completion of the free, four-week program, participants will receive produce vouchers...

Northwest Health is pleased to offer support groups for individuals with diabetes and those seeking to lose weight. All are open to the general public.   Diabetes Support Group in La Porte The Diabetes Support Group provides a place to...

Franciscan Health is teaming up with the Indiana State Department of Health and the Northern Indiana Food Bank to offer the Produce Prescription Program, aimed at assisting with chronic disease management. Upon successful completion of the free,...

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...