Long gone are the days when a boy asks a father’s permission to take his daughter out on a date. Now, texting is the norm. It is vital for parents to educate themselves about the “lingo” children are using to communicate with each other and...
Safety
4 Month Old Puppy Still Missing
Gerdy is still missing! She got out of a fenced in yard through a gate that was left open. She has been missing since Sunday, February 17, around 8:30 pm, from the 400 block of Oberreich Street, directly behind Wings, Etc. Gerdy is approximately 4...
8 Cardiac Risk Factors You Can Control or Treat
From the Winter 2013 StayHealthy publication You CAN make a difference in your own heart health by managing the risk factors within your control. Internal Medicine Physician Crystal Tuncay, DO, suggested the following to help you reduce your risk for...
Recall of Chicken Jerky for Pet Owners
ATTENTION FRIENDS! There has been a voluntarily recall of CHICKEN JERKY (product comes from China) Nestle Purina Petcare Co. officials announced on Wednesday that they're pulling WAGGIN' TRAIN & CANYON CREEK RANCH brand dog treats until further...
Give Kids a Smile at NorthShore
For one day only, NorthShore Health Centers will offer uninsured children, ages 4 to 16, the opportunity for a free dental examination, x-rays, and cleaning! "Give Kids a Smile Day" will be held Friday, February 1, 2013, from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm. Kids...
What is a 911 Pet Emergency?
By Kimberly Juhlin, DVM, CVA How do you know if your pet needs to be seen by a veterinarian right away? The first thing to know and be familiar with is what a normal, healthy pet looks like. They have bright, clear eyes with no sign of redness or...
Safe Holidays for Pets
Written by Dr. Randi Olson The holidays are a wonderful time to spend with family and friends. However, this time of the year can also be busy and at times stressful. Keeping a few safety precautions in mind can help our four-legged friends stay out...
When It Comes to Me, I Want Privacy
From the Summer 2012 StayHealthy publication While no one wants to be in the hospital, Porter Regional Hospital has designed its all new, single occupancy rooms to help make you and your loved ones' stay as safe and pleasant as possible. Here are 6...
Holiday Dangers Poisonous to Pets
Pet Poison Helpline is offering its first ever online webinar for pet owners: Holiday Dangers Poisonous to Pets! Have you ever wondered... Are poinsettias truly toxic to pets? What about holly and mistletoe? Oh no! Grandma just fed the dog raisins!...
Porter Regional Hospital Earns Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval
Porter Regional Hospital has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval™ for accreditation by demonstrating compliance with The Joint Commission’s national standards for health care quality and safety in hospitals. The accreditation...