My colleagues and I in the Franciscan Health Breast Care Center in Crown Point hear all the excuses for not getting regular mammograms. Two common comments are: “There is no breast cancer in my family, so I’m good,” and “I’m too scared. What if they find something?” Everyone needs regular mammograms, regardless of family history. … Read more
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Health coach Carol Slager shows how to freeze fresh fruits and veggies now for a taste of summer this winter. There is something wonderful about opening your freezer in the middle of winter and finding a little piece of summer waiting for you. The blueberries you froze in August can become muffins in January. Sweet … Read more
Q: We’ve had widespread power outages, flooding and days of heavy rain in Northwest Indiana. Should residents be concerned about mold? A: Yes. Whenever homes, basements, crawl spaces or other buildings remain damp after flooding or water damage, mold can begin growing quickly, often within 24 to 48 hours. The recent storms across Northwest Indiana … Read more
Hopping on your phone or other devices happens easily for many. It can, likewise, become easy to get distracted, scrolling through apps and social media. And while our devices provide a great way to find resources and connect with many, too much dependence on them could prevent children from learning important interpersonal skills. How screens … Read more
Many people know they could be eating healthier, but statistics show few of us are doing it for various reasons. For some, it is a matter of choice or misinformation, but for those with food insecurity, it is a matter of survival. The U.S. Department of Agricultre defines food insecurity as a household-level economic and … Read more
It’s mid-afternoon. Your eyelids feel heavy, productivity has plunged and your stomach is growling. You try to remember what you ate for lunch or if you even ate lunch. It may be that you’ve had a long day, or perhaps you’re in need of a snack. You head to the kitchen, open the fridge then … Read more
Franciscan Health will host a free class on healthy Mediterranean cooking for cancer survivors. Franciscan Health Cancer Center Munster at 701 Superior Ave. will offer the free class on Mediterranean cuisine, widely considered one of the healthiest in the world, for cancer survivors and their caregivers. “Attendees are invited to learn about Mediterranean cuisine with … Read more
Franciscan Health Crown Point will offer a doula workshop this fall. The hospital at 12750 St. Franciscan Drive will host a DONA International Birth Doula workshop in October. It will take place over two weeks. What doulas do “Doulas are trained professionals who provide continuous physical, emotional and informational support to their clients before, during … Read more
Health coach Carol Slager offers tips to get kids to eat a breakfast that will keep them going to lunch. When I was growing up, breakfast often consisted of orange juice, cereal, toast or sometimes a toaster pastry. My favorite pastry flavors were unfrosted strawberry and chocolate with chocolate frosting. If I chose strawberry, I … Read more