Safety

Some dogs can become overly excited during a game of chase and may start nipping at the heels of their human playmates. What ways do you teach your dog to play without nipping? Here are some tips from vetstreet.com! This behavior is unlikely to stop...

It seems as quickly as you hear about one scam it disappears and another one starts. The latest scam that is circulating involves an individual claiming to be from a law enforcement agency. The scammer typically threatens to arrest the victim if they...

The holiday season can be busy with travel and visits from family and friends who might not often see one another. This time together may raise questions about a person’s physical and cognitive health. Although some change in cognitive ability can...

Q. I’m a grown up with kids of my own. Aren’t I finished with vaccinations? A. Adults need immunizations too! Throughout your life, you need immunizations to get and maintain your protection against certain diseases. The specific immunizations...

Herbie Cruz, Director of the East Chicago Emergency Management Agency advised that due to the extremely cold weather, Heritage Hall (4506 Tod Ave.) will be a designated “Warming Shelter” on: Wednesday, December 11, 2013 from 4:00pm to 7:00am...

Written by Pat Olson, Director of Nursing With the holiday season and winter upon us we are exposed to holiday cheer and, unfortunately, a variety of germs. Colds and flu as well as other ailments tend to get passed around as we are indoors with a...

Written by Dr. Lisa Booth Happy holidays to you all! This is the time of much joy and celebration, but it is also the time when there are increased hazards for your pet. In my 13 years of Veterinary medicine, the following 5 things are what I view as...

Vaccines help prevent dangerous and sometimes deadly diseases. Family Medicine physician Candice Yu-Fleming, M.D., suggests now is the perfect time to remind family, friends, and co-workers to get caught up on these important immunizations. Q. I’m...

Indiana University Emergency Management and Continuity and The Polis Center will host a public information session regarding a multi-hazard mitigation plan for the IU Northwest campus from 9 to 11 a.m. Friday, Dec. 13, at the John W. Anderson Library...

The holidays are in full swing and traveling to see family and friends may be on your agenda. If your pet will be joining you in your commute to the holiday festivities, follow these tips to plan for a safe and happy trip! 1. Clear your travel plans...