The Alzheimer’s Association is now sponsoring an Alzheimer’s caregiver support group in Portage. The support group meets monthly to provide caregivers with an opportunity to share their experiences and receive support from others coping with...
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NorthShore Community Health Centers’ OB/GYN Providers Receive Full Privileges at Porter Hospital
NorthShore Health Centers is pleased to announce that our Board Certified OB/GYN providers, Dr. Daniel Lott and Dr. Kimberly Hess now have full privileges at Porter Hospital, for the convenience of Porter County patients. Dr. Lott and Dr. Hess are...
Living Well with Lupus Symposium Offers Patient Education
The Living with Lupus symposium will be held on Saturday, April 24 from 8am until 3 pm at the Avalon Manor, 3550 E US Hwy 30, in Merrillville. The program, offered by the Lupus Foundation of America, Indiana Chapter (LFA) is designed for people with...
Joint Camp
From the March 2010 Senior Circle publication Get back to living The patient’s on Porter’s 3 West Orthopedic Unit are not sick. In fact, they’ve chosen to come to Porter for joint replacement procedures to begin living more active lives....
What’s The Difference?
From the Winter 2010 StayHealthy publicationAt CT (Computerized Axial Tomography) is a specialized type of x-ray that generates images of the body, particularly bony and calcium based structures. During the CT scan, patients lie on a table that...
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...
Peace in the Storm: Women’s Weekend Retreat
Friday, May 14 - Saturday, May 15 Radisson Hotel at Star Plaza800 E 81st AveMerrillville Peace in the Storm is a free, overnight retreat for women with lupus. This retreat is designed to pamper women living with lupus by providing a relaxing...
Porter County Triad Sponsors Annual Spring Forum
The Porter County Triad is sponsoring the Annual Spring Forum on Thursday, April 22, 2010, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. This free event is open to area seniors, as well as individuals and organizations concerned about senior issues. Come hear about Fire...
Porter is Prepared
From the 2010 Winter StayHealthy publication If our community ever experiences a natural disaster or medical crisis that would cause an influx of patients, Porter is prepared. With the recent investment in a new portable hospital and the acquisition...
Porter Health System is Asking Patients for Input in Selecting Top Nurses
Porter Health System is once again seeking to honor one of its nurses through its annual Patient Choice Award program. This award recognizes the level of quality care, comfort and compassion offered by nurses each day. Continuing the tradition of the...