Monthly Archives: December 2011

Get Active – Stay on Track in the New Year

Posted on December 31, 2011 by

By Jane Bogordos, MA (Exercise Physiology), Fitness Supervisor with Omni Health & Fitness If your goal is to get fit and be more active in the New Year, here are a few easy to follow tips to stay on track … Continue reading →

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Young Patient Survives “Perfect Storm” of Illness

Posted on December 29, 2011 by

Kathy Kasper says she received the best Christmas gift imaginable – the return to health of daughter Rebeka, who was treated for a near-fatal, "perfect storm" of illness at Franciscan St. Margaret Health-Dyer. It is a case one of her … Continue reading →

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Merry Christmas from Franciscan Alliance

Posted on December 24, 2011 by

“And an angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were filled with fear. And the angel said to them, ‘Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of … Continue reading →

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Is Your Thyroid Making You Fat?

Posted on December 23, 2011 by

Please join us on Thursday, January 12, 2012 for our first Spirit of Women presentation in Munster titled “Is Your Thyroid Making You Fat?” The presentation will be given by Dr. Ashwini Reddy, endocrinologist with the Franciscan Hammond Clinic. Dr. … Continue reading →

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Franciscan Hammond Clinic Jan and Feb 2012 Education Schedule

Posted on December 23, 2011 by

With the New Year just around the corner, it’s time to ramp up your 2012 goals and plan ahead for the things that will come to benefit you throughout the year. Franciscan Hammond Clinic offers free patient education classes to … Continue reading →

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Franciscan St. Margaret Health – Dyer Designated a Breast Imaging Center of Excellence

Posted on December 22, 2011 by

Franciscan St. Margaret Health-Dyer has been designated a Breast Imaging Center of Excellence by the American College of Radiology, which demonstrates its commitment to women in the community, says Dr. Alpa Chandarana, medical director of breast imaging. “This assures our … Continue reading →

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Safe-Sitter Babysitting Course

Posted on December 21, 2011 by

Franciscan St. Anthony Health is hosting a “Safe-Sitter” Babysitting Course on Tuesday, December 27, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., in St. Francis Hall at the hospital, 301 W. Homer St., Michigan City. Participants will meet in the hospital lobby and be … Continue reading →

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St. Margaret Health-Dyer Physician Nets Top National Honor

Posted on December 21, 2011 by

A Franciscan St. Margaret Health-Dyer physician is this year’s recipient of the prestigious Orel F. Martin Medal, the highest honor awarded annually by the American College of Osteopathic Surgeons. Albert F. Milford III, a doctor of osteopathic medicine, who has … Continue reading →

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5 Heart-Healthy Tips for Dining During the Holidays (and All Year Long!)

Posted on December 21, 2011 by

With the holidays now in full swing, let’s take some extra time to watch what we are eating and how much we are eating. Most heart disease and many strokes are caused by a buildup of fat, cholesterol and other … Continue reading →

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Franciscan St. Margaret Health Employees Bring Christmas to Area Families

Posted on December 19, 2011 by

Approximately 57 needy families of the Calumet area will have a merrier Christmas this year thanks to an Adopt-A-Family program supported by the employees, volunteers, medical staff, executives and vendors of Franciscan St. Margaret Health. The Adopt-A-Family program, now in … Continue reading →

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