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Area residents can give at least three meaningful gifts this holiday season without visiting stores, browsing catalogs, or shopping on-line. By donating blood through the American Red Cross in the next few weeks, community members can help save the lives of …

An additional American Red Cross blood drive will be held on Saturday, Nov. 28, from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. at Harley-Davidson, located at 1151 US Highway 30 in Valparaiso.  All presenting donors at this blood drive will have the opportunity to enter a drawing …

Blood donations from volunteer donors are high on the wish list for hospital patients and their families this holiday season. “We’re inviting community members to set aside a little bit of time to give the gift of life during the holidays,” said Sharyn …

The holiday season can be a particularly painful time for people after the death of a loved one or friend. To help families better cope with the holidays in the face of personal sorrow and loss, the Visiting Nurse Association of Porter County is hosting a …

Everyone has been at the crossroads when they have asked themselves, “Does my medical problem warrant a trip to the emergency room?” The truth of the matter is most health problems are not emergencies. You, your child, your spouse, your elderly parent, or …

While Thanksgiving signals the start of the holiday season, it also presents a unique opportunity for individuals to give thanks and give back by donating blood. “Giving the gift of life is a great way to demonstrate your thankfulness and give back to …

Purdue University North Central – Porter County at 600 Vale Park Road, Valparaiso, will host the Red Cross Blood Mobile Drive scheduled on Thursday, Nov. 5 from 3 to 7:45 p.m. The Blood Mobile will be located in between the two buildings and will be …

Looking for help? Need someone who understands your situation? Here is a listing of support groups associated with Porter Health System: Alzheimer’s Support Group Call 219.662.0642 Aphasia Support Group Call 219.263.4888 Arthritis, Chronic Fatigue & …

As Americans continue to live longer, Alzheimer’s disease is expected to skyrocket from the current 5.3 million Americans to as many as 16 million by 2050, according to the Alzheimer’s Association 2009 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts & Figures report …

The same medical advances that can help save lives can also increase the need for more and specialized blood products like platelets. Platelets are the microscopic particles in whole blood that help blood clot and stop bleeding. Along with red cells and …