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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

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

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

Family Nurse Practitioner Jennifer Pavlinac discusses the importance of immunizations in this month’s episode. She breaks down the the diseases that vaccines protect you from, how vaccines work, the recommended vaccine schedule for infants, children, and adults. She also discusses myths regarding vaccines.   Schedule your vaccine appointment If you or your child are overdue on … Read more