Jennifer Mulvihill is a survivor. The St. Mary Medical Center nurse fought and beat sepsis, a potentially life-ending condition, twice in two years. “I could really feel that my body was on fire,” Mulvihill said of her first bout with sepsis....
Braxton is a spirited little boy who is much like his peers in many ways. He enjoys Star Wars battles and building Legos — and connecting with others, especially with his infectious joy. Braxton’s mom, Brooke and his stepdad, Brian, say they are...
Diaper insecurity is a silent crisis in the United States. Young children typically use between 8-12 diapers a day. Those who remain in soiled diapers or clothing too long are exposed to potential health risks. Some parents have increased stress...
When Louise Chickie-Wolfe thinks about her late husband Raleigh, she is “joyfully overwhelmed” with their inspiring love story. Working as Raleigh’s medical secretary at the Hammond Clinic in their Clinical Psychology department, Louise and her...
Two upcoming free screenings offered through Community Healthcare System will look for signs and symptoms of blockages in the arteries of the legs. Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) screenings will take place from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, Sept. 1 at...
Is headache pain weighing on your mind? Is it disrupting your life? You are not alone. More than 45 million Americans suffer from severe headaches during different phases in their lives, according to the National Library of Medicine. Community...
Healthcare Foundation of La Porte (HFL) proudly announces the release of the 2022 Report to the Community, a comprehensive review of the grants awarded, projects funded, and collective progress made by our...
Every year, the NWI Area Health Education Center (AHEC) bestows upon several medical educators in the Region the Outstanding Preceptor Award. The award serves as an acknowledgment of the dedication and effort health professionals throughout Northwest...
It takes an exceptional person to turn a tragedy into a triumph. The men of Step Up 4, Inc. have done just that. Understanding first-hand the kind of support women with breast cancer need, Step Up 4 is an all-male organization that is partnering...
Get to know some of our Life Care leaders in therapy! These skilled and dedicated individuals help our therapy teams be the best they can be, which helps our patients and residents achieve better outcomes and maintain a higher quality of life. Brooke...