Education

Eczema (atopic dermatitis) is a chronic skin problem that causes dry, red, itchy skin. Your child's doctor can help you and your child relieve the symptoms and keep them under control. Here is information from the American Academy of Pediatrics...

Hidden in plain sight, pancreatic cancer can go undetected for months, revealing itself only after it has dangerously grown or spread to other organs. Diagnosed in more than 66,000 U.S. patients each year, pancreatic cancer often does not cause any...

Franciscan Health is hosting a free, live webinar aimed at helping patients and their caregivers learn more about atrial fibrillation, commonly known as AFib. The heart is the center of the body’s electrical activity. When the heart’s electrical...

Class to take place at Michigan City Police Department Franciscan Health Michigan City is presenting a free suicide prevention course in December aimed at saving lives. The entry level question, persuade and refer or QPR Suicide Prevention Course is...

As the festive season approaches, learn how to navigate holiday feasts without the discomfort of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Whether you’re craving pumpkin pie or a hearty roast, Powers Health Medical Group’s Yazen Assaf, MD, will...

Nearly 69 million Americans have experienced dizziness or imbalance at some point in their lives. However, dizziness, vertigo and balance issues may be symptomatic of a deeper problem. Join staff members from our Dizzy and Balance Therapy...

Lake County has among the highest incidence of type 2 diabetes in the entire state of Indiana. And type 2 diabetes can lead to serious complications such as heart disease, kidney damage, vision problems and more. Fortunately, type 2 diabetes can be...

With Medicare open enrollment underway, an important change is coming next year that everyone needs to know. Starting in 2025, Medicare Part D will undergo some of the most significant changes in its history, driven by the Inflation Reduction Act of...

Free event features food, film and facts about women’s health Franciscan Health Olympia Fields is hosting a free women’s pajama party aimed at sharing information about women’s cancer and heart health. PJs, Popcorn and Girl Talk is scheduled to...

Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is a life-threatening emergency that occurs when the heart suddenly stops beating. SCA strikes people of all ages who may seem to be healthy, even children and teens. According to the Sudden Cardiac Arrest Foundation, SCA...