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Marram Health Center, a Federally Qualified Health Center operated by Porter-Starke Services, recently welcomed Keith M. Ramsey, MD as its newest physician. Dr. Ramsey specializes in obstetrics and gynecology, providing pregnancy, labor, delivery,...

Vascular and General Surgeon Patrick Albert, MD, is now part of the Franciscan Physician Network and is accepting new patients in Michigan City. Dr. Albert is board certified in general surgery and board eligible in vascular surgery. He attended...

The Pink Ribbon Society understands the importance of annual screenings for our women community. Ann Peters, Founder and President and Christine Cain, Vice President, Pink Ribbon Society, covered the Pap Smears screenings cost. Participants also...

For new parents, installing a child’s car seat can be an intimidating prospect. Your child’s safety is on the line, and a small maze of parts and belt loops stands in the way. Even when you finish installing it, a little speck of doubt might sit...

Franciscan Health Olympia Fields’ cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation programs have earned reaccreditation by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR). The recertification recognizes the hospital’s...

Board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist Padmaja Sanaka, MD is now part of the Franciscan Physician Network and is accepting new patients in Winfield. Dr. Sanaka attended medical school at Kurnool Medical College in India and completed her...

This class will be presented by Kidworks, LLC's occupational therapist Michelle Greenawald, MOT, OTR/L and hosted by Associated Pediatricians, LLC. Topics will include: Joint attention Offering chances for helping with self-care (dressing, grooming,...

Needs-based scholarship applications being accepted to cover registration fees Franciscan Health Crown Point is hosting a doula certification workshop over two weekends in October, with a limited number of needs-based scholarship applications being...

Suicide is the second-leading cause of death for teens and young adults in the United States. Approximately one in five children and youths experience a serious mental health concern yet only 20% of them receive help.THE GOOD NEWSIn 2022, the suicide...

Two Powers Health hospitals are among the best physical rehabilitation centers in the country, according to Newsweek and Statista Inc., an industry ranking provider. Powers Health Rehabilitation Center in Crown Point and St. Mary Medical Center...