Health

A demonstration, dinner, and educational review on the basics of diabetes care is conducted every month by NorthShore Health Centers. The event – the Diabetic Diner – focuses on what days look like for people who have diabetes and how to prevent the risks …

With Medicare annual enrollment upon us, you may be seeing more HMO options available in your area. And among plan options, there is a lot to consider when it comes to quality of care, cost, and access to the health care providers you need to see. Two of the …

Rise above bullying. Did you know? One of every five students reports being bullied during the school year. Bullying hurts everyone Bullying can take many forms including: It can be pervasive and occur: Statistics show: Reach out to a behavioral health …

Board-certified family medicine physician Leena Aljobeh, MD, is now part of the Franciscan Physician Network and is accepting new patients in Valparaiso. Dr. Aljobeh earned her medical degree from the Indiana University School of Medicine in Indianapolis. She …

Rheumatologist Ailia Ali, MD, is now part of the Franciscan Physician Network and is accepting new patients in Dyer. Dr. Ali earned her medical degree from St. George’s University School of Medicine in Grenada, West Indies. She completed her residency in …

Miles with Misty’s Free 5K Program Builds Strength, Confidence, and Community This Thanksgiving Season As the air cools and fall settles into Northwest Indiana, runners and walkers across Valparaiso are getting ready for one of the community’s favorite …

Having worked in the social work field since 1999, NorthShore Health Centers Mental Health Therapist Kiessa Hamilton has always had a heart for helping people. From working in private practice to transitioning to her current role at NorthShore in August 2024 …

Franciscan Health is partnering with the Lake County Health Department to provide a free, four-week outdoor walking program this fall. Path to Wellness will take place Mondays and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Oct. 27 through Nov. 21. Registration begins …

Northwest Health welcomes cardiologist Sabaa Ahmed, D.O., to La Porte. Dr. Ahmed is committed to helping patients improve their heart health through both treatment and prevention. She is accepting patients at the Northwest Medical Group – Cardiology office …

Methodist Hospitals recognized as high performing among five procedures and/or conditions. Methodist Hospitals has been named among U.S. News & World Report’s 2025-2026 Best Hospitals edition as a High Performing hospital for COPD, Diabetes, Heart …