Powers Health first in Indiana to use Vivistim Paired VNS System to help stroke survivors

Powers Health first in Indiana to use Vivistim Paired VNS System to help stroke survivors Powers Health has become the first healthcare system in Indiana to use MicroTransponder’s Vivistim Paired VNS System to help stroke survivors regain upper limb function. This FDA-approved technology uses vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) during...

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10 Fun Things To Do in Northern Indiana this weekend, February 27 – March 2

10 Fun Things To Do in Northern Indiana this weekend, February 27 – March 2 As February comes to a close and March begins to heat up, Northern Indiana is stepping up the fun! From celebrating huge milestones with birthday bashes to events helping you support your community, you’ll find something to bring the whole family...

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‘Get back’ to Theatre at the Center for American English concert benefitting Cancer Resource Center

‘Get back’ to Theatre at the Center for American English concert benefitting Cancer Resource Center American English is returning to Theatre at the Center for a concert benefiting the Cancer Resource Center. The well-known Beatles tribute band will perform at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, March 1 at the Munster venue, 1040 Ridge Road. American English most...

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Powers Health, St. Mary Medical Center Auxiliary host annual Angel Tree of Lights ceremony

Powers Health, St. Mary Medical Center Auxiliary host annual Angel Tree of Lights ceremony The community gathered Dec. 4 to honor and memorialize loved ones during the Angel Tree of Lights ceremony at St. Mary Medical Center. Melina Dixon, manager of Volunteer Services at St. Mary Medical Center, said the annual event helps bring the...

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Top 10 health articles on Portage.Life in 2024

By: Aubrey Thomson, Curtis Hankins, Damon Modglin, Garrett Spoor, Jennifer Arzola, Philip Bolton Last Updated: December 18, 2024

Top 10 health articles on Portage.Life in 2024 If previous years taught us anything, it’s to prioritize our wellbeing and take care of ourselves through difficult times. Each year brings new stressors and challenges, but being able to take a look at your health and make changes that promote...

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St. Mary Medical Center Emergency Department opens in Valparaiso

St. Mary Medical Center Emergency Department opens in Valparaiso Featured image: From left: David Otte, Vice President of Engineering and Support Services; Kimberly Sgouroudis, Vice President of Patient Care Services and Chief Nursing Officer for St. Mary Medical Center; Donald P. Fesko, President and CEO of...

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