While many people may not think about their heart health on a daily basis, there are steps that can be taken every day to improve it. As February is American Heart Month, Interventional Cardiologist Dr. Keith Atassi from Community Healthcare System...
If you have previously had COVID-19 and have overcome the virus but still feel like something is not quite right, Methodist Hospitals Neurologist Dr. William Conte wants you to know this: it is not all in your head. “Don’t think you’re crazy,...
Diode laser treatment provides several benefits for patients receiving orthodontic care. By using a specialized diode laser, we are able to safely and effectively remove excess gum tissue in order to expose more of the tooth's surface for better...
Protecting your smile while playing sports is essential when you have braces. Mouthguards help protect your teeth and gums from injury. If you participate in basketball, boxing, hockey, football, gymnastics, lacrosse, martial arts, racquetball,...
While flu season is always difficult to navigate, this year has been a bit more complex with the added stress of the global pandemic. Both are respiratory viruses that produce similar symptoms, and waking up with a sore throat or a...
If you’re expecting a baby under normal circumstances, you might have questions about the best ways to help keep your child growing and healthy until delivery. During the COVID-19 pandemic, those questions may increase. But it’s important to...
With cases of COVID-19 growing in recent weeks, Franciscan Health is taking steps to limit potential spread of the virus with new visitor restrictions at its hospitals in Dyer, Hammond and Munster. “We’re once again implementing visitor...
Northwest Health - Porter is offering the following childbirth education classes in November. Class sizes are limited to ensure proper social distancing. Masks are required. Pre-registration is required. Breastfeeding Class This one-session class...
Northwest Health – Porter offers a variety of education for the community. Class sizes are limited to ensure proper social distancing and masks are required. Pre-registration is required. Healthy Heart Class Learn about the American Heart...
