We published hundreds of articles on the Valpo.Life Health Section this past year. Saved lives, notable symposiums, and stories of people doing great things were all fair game for sharing. With so many notable events in Northwest Indiana, it’s no wonder we had so many stories to choose from!
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Have months of fun in the sun left your skin discolored, freckled and aged despite your vigilant use of sunscreen? Has time taken its toll around your eyes, mouth, hands, and décolletage, leaving you with wrinkled, spotted skin? Safe, gentle skin rejuvenation is just a quick visit away at the Vein & Laser Institute.
Kids, adults, seniors get fun and funky with braces at Cavanaugh & Nondorf Orthodontics
These days, getting braces doesn’t necessarily mean you’re that awkward teenager with a mouth full of metal. People of all ages are choosing to adjust their smiles, and many adults are taking advantage of new treatment options outside of the typical metal braces. In fact, the team at Cavanaugh & Nondorf Orthodontics has seen an increase in adult patients seeking that picture-perfect smile, and they’re having fun doing it.
Practical tips can take you through a successful Great American Smokeout
Quitting smoking isn’t easy. It takes time and a plan. You don’t have to stop smoking in one day - start with day one.
Dental Arts Group patient care model fosters comfort and trust
It’s estimated that over 75 percent of adults in the United States have a fear of going to the dentist. That’s more than 200 million people who shudder at the thought of the word cavity or filling. Yet, having a dentist who knows you well personally can help put you significantly at ease so your teeth and mouth can be healthy.
Survivors, supporters raise hopes, spirits at Porter Regional Hospital’s Blow Away Breast Cancer
The work that Peggy Banks does as a breast patient navigator at Porter Regional Hospital’s Center for Women’s Health is more than a passion— it’s personal.
Porter County TRIAD partners with Community Healthcare System to host 2019 Health Expo
Hundreds gathered at Community Healthcare System’s St. Mary Medical Center on Tuesday for one of the Region’s biggest health fairs, the Porter County TRIAD Health Expo. Featuring dozens of booths, free breakfast and lunch, and a pair of guest speakers, the expo equipped seniors with the knowledge they need to stay safe and healthy for years to come.
Keeping kids safe with an educational lesson on vapes and juuling
You may know of the epidemic currently affecting our youth: e-cigarette use. The unfortunate art of deceptive advertising has been perfected by multiple e-cigarette companies as their products have made their way into the hands of students as young as middle school.
A Day in the Life of a Veterinarian at McAfee Animal Hospital
The team at McAfee Animal Hospital (MAH) never knows what the day will all entail. The dedicated veterinary team sees more than 130 patients on any given day, and it’s anyone’s guess who is going to walk through the door next.
During pregnancy, a woman can expect to feel a full range of emotions. From the excitement of the baby’s first movements to the exhaustion of the last weeks of pregnancy, women are in for a rollercoaster of experiences. Many women agree that one of the most difficult parts of pregnancy is dealing with feeling uncomfortable as the body expands to accommodate a growing baby.
Exotic Education Day at Vale Park Animal
If a pet is not a cat or a dog, it is considered exotic. Exotics include reptiles that live in tanks, but also furry friends like rabbits and guinea pigs. Dr. Harsy shared her personal and professional expertise on a wide range of exotics at Vale Park Animal Hospital on Saturday to offer valuable insights for current and prospective exotic pet owners.