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HFL Celebrates 55 New AEDs in La Porte County
LA PORTE - Each year, Health Foundation of La Porte (HFL) provides grants for life-saving AEDs (automated external defibrillators) to ensure the La Porte County community has access to these devices. HFL works in conjunction with La Porte County EMS, La Porte County E911, City of La Porte Fire Department, the Play for Jake Foundation, and the La Porte County Health Department to ensure our community has a safe, manageable, and efficient program to help people who are suffering a serious heart event have the
Understanding Pelvic Floor Health: Free Seminar Aims to Break the Silence
La Porte and Valparaiso, IN – 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 at one time in their lives, studies show. However, pelvic floor issues aren’t just a woman’s health issue. Research shows approximately 16% of men also have pelvic floor disorders. The pelvic floor plays an important role in supporting the bladder, bowel and the uterus. Pregnancy, childbirth, prostate cancer
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. Since then, the program has grown to encompass 18 WorkingWell offices in northwest Indiana, central Indiana, western Indiana and the south Chicago suburbs. Growth and innovation have been key components of the program. Franciscan WorkingWell strives to provide a
Surgeons at Northwest Health - Porter are First in Region to Use Latest High-Tech Surgical Robot
Valparaiso, IN – For years, minimally invasive robotic-assisted surgery has been offered at Northwest Health - Porter and today we’ve taken another step forward to provide our patients with access to the latest technology. This new technology helps surgeons minimize trauma to surrounding tissues and can lead to faster recovery times and shorter hospital stays for patients. It is the only system of its kind in Northwest Indiana. This investment demonstrates Northwest Health’s commitment to providing
Northwest Health Offers Support Groups for the General Public
La Porte, IN – Northwest Health is pleased to offer support groups for individuals with diabetes and those seeking to lose weight. All are open to the general public. Diabetes Support Group in La Porte The Diabetes Support Group provides a place to share ideas, experiences, and challenges related for those with diabetes, as well as their support team. The group meets from 11 a.m. – Noon, the fourth Monday of the month in the Lilly Lake Conference Room, at Northwest Health – La Porte, 1331 State Street in
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La Porte IN, 46350
