Monthly Archives: February 2012

Free Mammograms Offered for Uninsured and Underinsured

Posted on February 29, 2012 by

Franciscan St. Anthony Health-Michigan City has received a grant through the Indiana Breast Cancer Awareness Trust to help supplement the cost of 50 free screening mammograms for women who are uninsured or underinsured or who do not qualify for the … Continue reading →

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Eating Right When Money’s Tight – March 15

Posted on February 29, 2012 by

There are many ways to save money on the foods you eat. Join Franciscan Hammond Clinic registered dietitian JoAnn Franczek as she provides tips on how to stretch your food dollars. Thursday, March 15 6 p.m. Franciscan Hammond Clinic – … Continue reading →

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Sometimes Meat and Potatoes Just Don’t Play Well Together

Posted on February 29, 2012 by

Submitted by Lori Granich, RD, Clinical Dietitian at the Midwest Bariatric Institute There are thousands of bacteria naturally present in our environment. Not all bacteria are harmful; in fact, some are used beneficially in foods such as yogurt. Pathogenic microorganisms are the viruses … Continue reading →

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Couple Donates Rocking Chair in Daughter’s Memory

Posted on February 23, 2012 by

The Franciscan St. Anthony Health – Crown Point Neonatal Intensive Care Unit received a new rocking chair on Feb. 23 that was donated on behalf of Patti and T.J. Slager of Cedar Lake, who raised nearly $6,000 for the March … Continue reading →

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Pediatric Sleep Services Now Offered in Munster

Posted on February 22, 2012 by

Pediatric sleep studies, entailing knowledge, screening, evaluation and treatment practices regarding sleep disorders in children, are often unspoken of. According to Child Uplift, Inc., less than two percent of students with sleep disorders are identified, treated and corrected. The Sleep … Continue reading →

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Video Recap: Day of Dance 2012

Posted on February 21, 2012 by

Feb. 12, 2012: Franciscan Alliance’s first Day of Dance event, as part of our new Spirit of Women campaign. More than 700 attendees of all ages took part in a myriad events, including dance instruction and performances, health screenings, cooking … Continue reading →

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Open House – Chesterton Health & Emergency Center

Posted on February 20, 2012 by

Join us as we celebrate an innovation in emergency care! Open House for the new Chesterton Health & Emergency Center Sunday, March 11, 2012 1 – 5 p.m. Come and tour the facility – designed for an exceptional patient experience … Continue reading →

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Next Mallwalkers Event – Body Vive – Feb. 22

Posted on February 19, 2012 by

Join us Wednesday, February 22, for the FranciscanFit monthly Mallwalkers program at the Westfield Southlake Mall (JC Penney Court), 2109 Southlake Mall, Merrillville. Topic: Body Vive Blood Pressure Screenings will be available from 8 a.m. – 10 a.m. From 9 … Continue reading →

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Franciscan Focus for iPhone, iPad and Android Users – Download Today!

Posted on February 17, 2012 by

Last week we announced the launch of our Franciscan Focus magazine app for the iPhone and iPad. Now we are pleased to offer a free app for Android users! Click on the links below to get Franciscan Focus “on the … Continue reading →

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Franciscan Hammond Clinic: Patient Education Classes – March & April 2012

Posted on February 17, 2012 by

Join us at the Franciscan Hammond Clinic Specialty Center, 7905 Calumet Ave., as we celebrate the health of our community! March and April patient education classes are almost here to provide you and your family a gateway toward better health in 2012! Click image to … Continue reading →

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