Pelvic floor issues affect millions of people of all ages, yet they are rarely discussed. Nearly a third of all women will have at least one pelvic floor disorder in their lives, studies show. However, pelvic floor issues aren’t just a...
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Community Hospital earns accreditation as a Level 3 Epilepsy Center
Community Hospital recently received accreditation as a Level 3 Epilepsy Center by the National Association of Epilepsy Centers (NAEC). Level 3 Epilepsy Centers have the professional expertise and facilities to provide the highest level of...
During Older Americans Month, CoAction Celebrates Becoming Lake County’s First Dementia Friendly Organization
In celebration of Older Americans Month, CoAction is proud to announce its official designation as a Dementia Friendly Organization, the first in Lake County and Area 1 to receive this recognition through the Dementia Friendly Indiana...
Franciscan Health Olympia Fields to conduct perinatal loss remembrance service
Franciscan Health Olympia Fields is offering comfort and support to families who have suffered the loss of a pregnancy or newborn with a memorial service. The Little Angels Memorial Service will take place at 2 p.m. Central on Wednesday, June 11 at...
Community Hospital earns Advanced Certification in Spine Surgery from The Joint Commission
Community Hospital again has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for Advanced Certification in Spine Surgery (ACSS) by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards. The Gold Seal is a symbol of quality that...
Franciscan Health, partners hosting free Safe Kids Day in La Porte
Children and their families are invited to join in the fun at the free Safe Kids Day on Friday, June 13 at the LaPorte County Family Resource Center. The interactive event will include a variety of activities along with educational booths with...
Water Quality Reports Available Online for Indiana American Water Customers in Northwest Indiana
Indiana American Water's most recent 2024 Water Quality Reports are now available for all service areas on its website at www.indianaamwater.com. The following Water Quality Reports are available for communities in western Indiana that are served...
Franciscan Health WorkingWell celebrates 20th anniversary
Franciscan Health WorkingWell is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year. The program offers comprehensive occupational health services to businesses and industry. Franciscan first introduced WorkingWell in June 2005 as a regional initiative....
Regional Care Group channels the spirit of Mardi Gras at third annual gala, celebrates a half century of service to the Region
On the evening of May 23, Regional Care Group hosted its third annual Gala at the Avalon Manor in Merrillville. This year's event, entitled “Golden Jubilee: Louisiana Street Style,” celebrated Regional Care Group’s 50 years of providing...
High school seniors awarded Franciscan Health Michigan City Medical Staff Memorial Scholarships
Featured image: Members of the Franciscan Health Michigan City Medical Staff Scholarship Committee recently gathered to congratulate the 2025 scholarship winners. Pictured (l-r) are Dr. David Fumo, Dr. Matthew Troy, scholarship winner Naomi Williams,...