Northwest Health to Present April HealthyU Seminar Sweet Dreams: Why Good Sleep Matters
Valparaiso – Curious about the science of sleep and its profound impact on your life? If so, join neurologist Asia Filatov, MD, M.B.A. to learn more about unlocking the science of sleep and how to establish a good sleep routine at Northwest Health’s next HealthyU wellness seminar. The free event entitled Sweet Dreams: Why Good Sleep Matters will be held from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., on Tuesday, April 30, 2024 in the Community Room at Northwest Health – Porter located 85 E. U.S. Hwy. 6 in Valparaiso. Dr.
U.S. News & World Report recognizes St. Catherine Hospital’s excellent Black patient outcomes for Black Maternal Health Week 2024
HOBART | St. Catherine Hospital has been recognized for its success in supporting Black maternal health by U.S. News & World Report for Black Maternal Health Week 2024. “This recognition affirms St. Catherine Hospital’s efforts in supporting health equity,” said St. Catherine Hospital CEO Leo Correa. “Black maternal patient outcomes indicate that our practices continue to be effective. We are grateful that women trust us to care for them and their newborns.” U.S. News’ analysis of all
Light The Way- Worship in the Park
Light The Way- Worship in the Park on May 18th at Founder’s Park in Portage is going to be awesome!Saturday, May 18th Founders Square Park Portage, IN 12pm – 5 pm Our resident emcee, published author and women’s ministry leader, Norma S. Williams will be back as our host for the day. Valparaiso Baptist Church, Hobart Assembly, The Hope Collective, and Living Hope Church will all be taking the stage leading worship. The Vital Community and TruDat Worship will be there to perform baptisms for anyone ready
Northwest Health – Porter Launches Robotic-Assisted Lung Biopsy Surgery for Early Detection of Lung Cancer: The Leading Cause of Cancer Death in the United States
Valparaiso – On March 20, Northwest Health – Porter added robotic-assisted lung biopsies to its comprehensive suite of advanced medical procedures for lung conditions. This innovative technology represents a significant milestone in the early detection and treatment of lung cancer, offering patients a minimally invasive approach to obtaining precise diagnostic information.Robotic-assisted lung biopsies combine the expertise of Northwest Health’s skilled medical team with the precision and dexterity of
NISOURCE Announces Leadership Changes in Indiana and Ohio Subsidiaries
Vince Parisi Named NIPSCO President, Robert Heidorn Becomes President of Columbia Gas of Ohio MERRILLVILLE, Ind. — NiSource (NYSE: NI) today announced that Vince Parisi, who was previously identified as the interim president of the Indiana-based subsidiary NIPSCO, has formally been named president and chief operating officer of NIPSCO, while Robert Heidorn will replace Parisi as president and chief operating officer of Columbia Gas of Ohio. “Vince has played a pivotal role in advancing a number
Northwest Health – Portage Celebrates Inpatient Rehabilitation Patient Graduates
Portage, IN – The Inpatient Rehabilitation floor at Northwest Health – Portage recently enhanced the way they celebrate patients who have successfully completed, or graduated from, their intensive rehabilitation programs and are now ready to embark on the next chapter of their lives with renewed strength and vitality. "We are thrilled to celebrate the accomplishments of our graduating patients. Their determination, hard work, and resilience have been truly inspiring,” said Jennifer Sobczynski, manager
Community Hospital among ‘America’s Best’ for stroke care
MUNSTER | Community Hospital has been named one of America’s 100 Best Hospitals for stroke care, according to research released by Healthgrades, a leading resource consumers use to find a hospital or doctor. From 2020-22, patients treated at hospitals among America’s 100 Best for stroke care have, on average, a 63.5% lower risk of experiencing a complication than if treated in hospitals that did not receive the award, according to Healthgrades’ analysis in 2024. This designation reflects Community
April is Autism Awareness/Acceptance Month
The Portage Township Autism Awareness Coalition, led by Portage Township Trustee Brendan Clancy, has been working to spread awareness about autism since 2020. We have created an emergency identification bracelet program; secured funding for the YMCA to offer water safety classes; created a window cling program; provided training to first responders and others; distributed more than 200 sensory kits; provided activities free for families with children on the spectrum including a touch-a-truck event and