Nutrition & Exercise

Registration is now open for the Franciscan Health Produce Prescription Program in Olympia Fields, Ill., Crown Point, Ind. and Michigan City, Ind., which aims to assist with chronic disease management. Upon successful completion of the free,...

Franciscan Health Michigan City is partnering with the city and the National Forum for Heart Disease and Stroke Prevention for a new initiative in May and June aimed at helping residents get moving to improve their overall health and well-being....

After losing 110 pounds, Crown Point woman now operates her own fitness studio Jennifer Kimble struggled with her weight her entire life. The Crown Point woman had lap band surgery in 2012 to try to help treat her obesity, but after her son was born...

Your nutrition choices matter as you age. Here’s what you need to know to stay healthy and get help if you need it. As we age, attention to nutrition can help maintain health. It can also play a role in preventing chronic illness, says...

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....

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...