Top 10 health articles on NWI.Life in 2023

If previous years taught us anything, it’s to prioritize our wellbeing and take care of ourselves through difficult times. Each year brings new stressors and challenges, but being able to take a look at your health and make changes that promote wellness can make all the difference. 

In 2023, we shared news about all sorts of health topics: cancer care, women in healthcare, cardiac care, children’s health, facility expansions, where to go for various healthcare needs, resources, and more. We’re glad to partner with such great organizations, businesses, and healthcare groups to help share the good and keep our Region a healthy one.

In no particular order, here are the top 10 health articles on NWI.Life to recap the good news in 2023!

Community Healthcare System leads Northwest Indiana in cancer care

Upon receiving a cancer diagnosis, a patient may anticipate the necessity of visiting or even relocating to a large city like Chicago or Minneapolis for treatment. However, Community Healthcare System offers the same type of care in Northwest Indiana. 

Community Healthcare System doctors, staff face off on basketball court to score big for Cancer Resource Centre

Doctors, medical professionals, administrators and other Community Healthcare System staff hit the basketball court Friday night for Hoop Dreams for a Cure, a fundraising event to support Community Cancer Research Foundation’s Cancer Resource Centre.

NorthShore Health Centers celebrates Women in Healthcare

NorthShore Health Centers is celebrating women in healthcare. From top to bottom, department to department, from IT staff and administrators to doctors and nurses—NorthShore relies on a large, diverse team of talented women to continue offering quality healthcare to everyone, regardless of a patient’s ability to pay.

U.S. Rep. Frank J. Mrvan announces $1.5 million investment for St. Catherine Hospital cardiac care

A collaboration between Community Healthcare System and U.S. Rep. Frank J. Mrvan is bringing lifesaving technology to cardiac patients throughout Northwest Indiana.

Mrvan and hospital leaders on Friday announced a $1.5 million federal grant for the cardiovascular department at St. Catherine Hospital in East Chicago. This investment will go toward a multimillion-dollar remodeling project for the cardiac catheterization lab.

Associated Pediatricians brings quality, compassionate pediatric care to Northwest Indiana

As a parent, knowing a team of quality pediatric healthcare professionals is available to help your child in most circumstances can be a big sigh of relief. Associated Pediatricians LLC is just that team parents in Porter County and surrounding areas can rely on for their children. With offices in Valparaiso and Portage, the team of pediatric healthcare professionals is able to offer local children quality, compassionate care 24/7, 365 days of the year.

Lakeshore Bone & Joint Institute hosts open house to celebrate two-year anniversary of 40,000-square-foot Crown Point facility

After two years of working in a brand new building, the team at Lakeshore Bone & Joint Institute (LBJI) was thrilled to invite guests into its state-of-the-art offices during an open house on June 20, 2023.

LBJI has had a presence in Crown Point for nearly a decade, but its offices were small and not easily accessible to the public. The group made a decision to commit to a larger, more accessible space in 2020, and the project was completed in mid-2021.

Methodist Hospitals’ CareFirst Immediate Care Centers recognized as pillar in community

Methodist Hospitals’ CareFirst Immediate Care Centers have come in at number two in Northwest Indiana in two separate reader polls this year. Being a leader in the immediate care space is no small feat and takes a wide array of capabilities to accomplish.

Northwest Indiana ER & Hospital’s prompt imaging services help pinpoint diagnosis and expedite treatment

Northwest Indiana ER & Hospital’s prompt imaging services help pinpoint diagnosis and expedite treatment

NW Indiana 24/7 ER & Hospital provides care for both adult and pediatric patients with a focus on patient satisfaction. The facility, located at 7904 Cabela Drive in Hammond, features a comfortable but modern environment, state-of-the-art equipment and technology, and drastically reduced wait times.

Don’t walk alone: Cancer Resource Centre celebrates 20 years of fostering education and support for patients during cancer journey

A cancer journey is one most people do not want to face alone. For the past 20 years, Cancer Resource Centre has been alongside cancer patients and their loved ones, serving as an educator, confidant and friend.

The nonprofit organization, which is marking two decades of service this year, provides a place for those affected by cancer to gather in a non-medical setting. It is a place where people can make personal connections with the staff and others affected by cancer.

Small size, large impact: NW Indiana ER & Hospital is committed to offering quality concierge medical care to Northwest Indiana

NW Indiana ER & Hospital opened just three short years ago with a mission to provide the Northwest Indiana community with excellent patient care. Since then, the hospital’s small but mighty staff has been committed to offering all-inclusive concierge-level care to every person who walks through the front door and is ready to attend to almost any medical need at a moment’s notice.