Education

Community Healthcare System’s new program at Fitness Pointe aims to pump up your mental strength. Community Hospital’s fitness center at 9950 Calumet Ave. will be hosting three presentations with medical and health experts on various topics as...

Cold and flu season can often include a spike in that other respiratory illness that may bring concern, RSV. But this year, there will be extra protection for people at high risk. In June, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention...

Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD) is a leading health concern in the United States, with an estimated 8.5 million people affected, according to the National Library of Medicine. Community Healthcare System is hosting the “A Look Beyond the Heart”...

Do you desire a sense of belonging — a community you can go to? It’s a part of being human. But this year, 1 in 3 adults age 50–80 (34%) reported feeling isolated from others in the past year. Community building can bring positive change. The...

Free event features health screenings, a movie, drinks, snacks and more Franciscan Health is inviting Region women to a girls’ night out featuring food, drink, a movie and valuable healthcare information. Franciscan Health is hosting the free PJs,...

Keyzondra Thomas hasn’t always felt supported in her maternal health journey. So for her third pregnancy, she sought out the assistance of a doula to help her navigate care and advocate for her well-being. “I’ve always felt unheard in my other...

An estimated 60 million people — that’s 20 percent of Americans — have irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). These people struggle with miserable, often disabling symptoms like bloating, cramps, diarrhea, constipation and pain. Join board-certified...

The intermittent or “gig” workforce is expanding, with many people attracted to the flexibility of part-time or temporary positions. In fact, more than 55 million Americans are considered part of the intermittent workforce — more...

Franciscan Health and Geminus Regional Health Systems are partnering to host a free car seat safety clinic from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, Aug. 4. The event will take place at the Franciscan Health Prenatal Assistance Program parking lot on Ogden...

Join orthopedic surgeon and the medical director of sports medicine at Northwest Health, Anthony Levenda, MD, and athletic trainer Danielle McIntyre, LAT, ATC, EMT, to learn best-practices for keeping your student athlete happy, healthy and...