Health

Franciscan Health Olympia Fields to conduct perinatal loss remembrance service

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...

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Community Hospital earns Advanced Certification in Spine Surgery from The Joint Commission

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...

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Franciscan Health, partners hosting free Safe Kids Day in La Porte

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...

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Water Quality Reports Available Online for Indiana American Water Customers in Northwest Indiana

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...

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Regional Care Group channels the spirit of Mardi Gras at third annual gala, celebrates a half century of service to the Region  

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...

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St. Mary Medical Center completes 100th TCAR procedure to treat carotid artery disease

St. Mary Medical Center completes 100th TCAR procedure to treat carotid artery disease The Cardiovascular team at St. Mary Medical Center marked a significant milestone in May with the completion of their 100th TransCarotid Artery Revascularization (TCAR) procedure. TCAR is a clinically proven and minimally invasive approach for...

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High school seniors awarded Franciscan Health Michigan City Medical Staff Memorial Scholarships

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,...

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NorthShore Health Centers opens first Gary facility, deepening roots in the community

NorthShore Health Centers opens first Gary facility, deepening roots in the community NorthShore Health Centers celebrated the grand opening of its first facility in Gary, Ind., with a ribbon-cutting ceremony that marked both a healthcare milestone and a deep investment in the local community. Located on Grant Street, the new facility...

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Northwest Health – La Porte to Offer Safe Sitter® Course

Northwest Health – La Porte to Offer Safe Sitter® Course Students Learn Home Alone Safety & More Northwest Health - La Porte will be offering Safe Sitter® courses this summer for students in grades 6-8. The class will be offered at the hospital which is located at 1331 State Street in La Porte, in the...

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