To help women learn the causes of urinary stress incontinence, Porter Health System’s Healthy Woman Program will present an educational seminar entitled, “Urinary Stress Incontinence – No Laughing Matter,” by Urologist Adam Perlmutter, DO....
Education
Students Urged to Apply for Lukach Memorial Scholarship
The Visiting Nurse Association Foundation is now accepting applications for the Lukach Memorial Scholarship. The Scholarship is awarded each year to assist health care workers who lack access to traditional scholarships, enabling them to pursue...
May is Lupus Awareness Month
Although more than 2 million Americans and 5 million people worldwide have been diagnosed with lupus, the public is largely unaware of the potentially disabling and life-altering effects of the disease. Begun as a way to help raise the public’s...
Activities Spotlight National Day to Prevent Teen Pregnancy
A Positive Approach to Teen Health joins organizations across the country to bring awareness to The National Day to Prevent Teen Pregnancy on Wednesday, May 5. PATH will sponsor 5.5.10… but it doesn’t add up, a rally for local teens, from 6-9...
Nursing 2000 Labor and Delivery Demonstration at Porter
Nursing 2000 was held at Porter hospital this past Thursday. Students from Hebron, Washington Township, and Chesterton attended to learn about the different areas of nursing and what nursing entails today. At 8 am was the Emergency Services...
New Community Conversations Series to Put Focus on Caregiver Education
The Alzheimer's Association of Greater Indiana, will host Community Conversations, a free Alzheimer’s education series featuring information on a variety of topics that are of interest to all community members with a focus towards caregivers. The...
Porter Health System’s Senior Circle Program Presents “Supermarket Survival” Program
Porter Health System’s Senior Circle program will present an educational seminar, “Supermarket Survival” by Porter Dietitian Jill Kilhefner at 12:30 pm, on Tuesday, April 20. This two-part event will begin with a heart-healthy lunch at...
14 Spring Health & Safety Tips
1. Prevent the spread of germs. Wash your hands often with soap and water for 15 seconds.2. Travel safely. Wear your seat belt every time. Always buckle your child in the car using a safety seat, booster seat, or seat belt. 3. Keep a watchful eye on...
VNA “Senior Moments” Free Presentation – Sleep Apnea and Other Senior Sleep Problems
The Visiting Nurse Association of Porter County will present "Sleep Apnea and Other Senior Sleep Problems" at locations in Lake and Porter Counties in April. This informational program will discuss the the causes, symptoms, complications, and...
Alzheimer’s Association to hold “Wandering and Dementia”
Over 60 percent of people with dementia will wander. Find out how you can help. The Alzheimer's Association of Greater Indiana will host “Wandering and Dementia” on Tuesday, March 16, 2010, from 2:30–3:30 PM at the Portage Public Library,...