Shelly Recktenwall noticed a lump in her breast back in 2014. Having just lost a close friend to breast cancer, she knew she wanted to get it checked out, but with no health insurance, she thought the cost would prevent her from getting the...
Read MoreDiscussing treatment options and instilling support along the way at the Northwest Indiana Breast Care Center at Methodist Hospital
On average, every two minutes a woman is diagnosed with breast cancer in the United States. A diagnosis happens more than a quarter of a million times each year and the chances of a woman being diagnosed are 1 in 8. So, you’ve been diagnosed…What...
Read MoreNorthwest Indiana Breast Care Center introduces new high-risk assessment program
So many variables, including family history, are part of determining the risk of having breast cancer, and trying to navigate them all on your own can be complicated. Thanks to a program at the Northwest Indiana Breast Care Center at Methodist...
Read MoreNorthwest Indiana Breast Care Center at Methodist Hospitals hosting annual Pink Party
The Northwest Indiana Breast Care Center at Methodist Hospitals is dedicated to making sure women feel their best and most comfortable in their establishment. The Center is hosting its annual Pink Party, an event that is held in October which is...
Read MoreNorthwest Indiana Breast Care Center’s Bears Care program makes a difference for women in Lake County
In 2013, the Northwest Indiana Breast Care Center at Methodist Hospitals was determined to make a change. Jennifer Sanders, Manager of the Center, refused to allow another woman to leave their doors without treatment just because she didn’t have...
Read MoreNorthwest Indiana Breast Care Center at the Methodist Hospital present Healthy Night Out
Many people have loved ones that have suffered from breast cancer. It’s important to be familiar with the risk factors and signs of breast cancer in order to know when to reach out to a medical professional for a screening. Northwest Indiana Breast...
Read MoreNorthwest Indiana Breast Care Center unpacks why women shouldn’t fear mammograms
With any health screening, it’s important to make appointments with the mindset of preventing potential risks from escalating. At Northwest Indiana Breast Care Center of Methodist Hospitals, patients are encouraged to schedule their annual...
Read MoreMethodist Hospitals Foundation Donates Supplies to the Northwest Indiana Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center Just in time for the New Year
Methodist Hospitals Foundation continued its holiday tradition of donating a one year’s supply of daily living necessities to support the Northwest Indiana Salvation Army’s Adult Rehabilitation Center (ARC) in Gary. The supplies included razors,...
Read MoreNorthwest Indiana Breast Cancer Center Hosts Pink Party to Encourage Women
On Saturday morning, the Northwest Indiana Breast Care Center of Methodist Hospitals hosted their 6th Annual Pink Party. The Pink Party had lots of fun to keep attendees entertained the whole morning. Pampering, goodie bags, and a 5k Walk & Run...
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