Safety

Michael Triem survives severe hypothermia after kayak accident It was the Saturday before Easter 2015 when Michael Triem, 44, and son Derrik, 17, decided to go for a quick adventure in their kayaks. No strangers to kayaking, they headed to the shores...

“Expect the best, prepare for the worst” that could be the unofficial mantra of first responders and medical personnel at hospitals and health institutions. Franciscan St. Anthony Health – Crown Point does its best to cover and prepare for...

Franciscan Alliance is one of the largest medical entities in Northwest Indiana with multiple locations dotting the region. Thousands of people are under its employ, and one of the newest additions is Michael Stenger, president and CEO of Franciscan...

An announcement was made on June 12, 2015 that will save hundreds of lives in the future in Northwest Indiana. Porter County Community Foundation, Porter Regional Hospital, Porter-Starke Services, Fagen Pharmacy and Empower Porter County came...

Summer is here and you want to get yourself and your animals outside! But there are some things to remember when it comes to keeping your four-legged family members safe and healthy during the summer months. Below are some dos and don’ts for animal...

Furnace inspections and carbon monoxide detectors help keep homes safe and warm With colder temperatures settling in, Northern Indiana Public Service Company (NIPSCO) reminds customers of the importance of maintaining a safe home heating system. An...

The Indiana Chamber of Commerce is holding August courses offering instruction on compliance with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards. The 10-hour Voluntary Compliance Course will be held August 19-20, while the 30-hour...

Q: What Causes Congestive Heart Failure? A: Nearly six million Americans are affected by congestive heart failure (CHF), and it is the leading cause of hospitalization in people age 65 and older.* “Heart failure does not mean the heart has stopped...

Catch the latest edition of the "Indiana State Police Road Show" radio program every Monday morning at your convenience. Download the program from the Network Indiana public website at www.networkindiana.com. Look for the state police logo on the...

The Honor Society of Nursing Sigma Theta Tau International, Mu Omega Chapter, the Northwest Indiana Patient Safety Coalition, Lake Area United Way and North Township Trustee, Frank Mrvan have partnered to bring the “Smart Patient Fair” to the...