Safety

Mental Health America of Porter County realizes that Halloween is right around the corner! That means that it is time for costumes, candy, and decorations. With all of the fun that accompanies this holiday, MHAPC would like to remind you that there...

NorthShore Health Centers is hosting a Free Car Seat Education and Installation event on September 21st starting at 9:30am, at the Lake Station location. Our certified staff will check your child’s car seat, provide information on the proper car...

This past June, Megan (third from right) was involved in a serious car accident on US Hwy 6. Now doing well, Megan asked to meet and thank the special team of emergency responders who delivered quality care and came to her aid. This happy reunion...

It’s back to school for most area kids. Did you know that children carrying overloaded and improperly worn backpacks are likely to experience neck, shoulder, and back pain? Here are a few safety tips to help children "lighten the load": Backpacks...

So, let the preparations begin. It’s already August. Fall is just around the corner and the kids are getting ready for new classes and friends, which inevitably bring all kinds of new and different germs with them. Backpacks…check. Back-to-school...

The skin is the body's largest organ. It protects against heat, sunlight, injury, and infection. Yet, some of us don't consider the necessity of protecting our skin. It's just smart to take good care of your skin The need to protect your skin from...

How is it possible that this beautiful sunshine can wreak such havoc? But it does. The sun has an extraordinary impact on the skin and can cause many changes. "We have heard repeatedly about the increased risk of developing skin cancer,” said...

Franciscan St. Anthony Health – Michigan City received 30 “victims” from a mock amusement park ride accident at a Queen of All Saints Church Festival during an emergency preparedness drill June 5. The exercise came with a twist, when among the...

Portage Fire Department with support from Portage Kiwanis, Porter Hospital, and Portage Firefighters Local 3151 will be hosting a Bicycle Safety Day to promote bicycle and general safety. The event will be June 29, 2013 at Willowcreek Middle School...

Over 1,500 Porter County students were given the opportunity to experience the hazards of impaired driving in the last three weeks. The Porter County Drunk Driving Task Force visited four high schools this spring: Boone Grove, Morgan Township,...