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11/13/2015 (La Porte, Starke Counties, IN) - Affordable health insurance and free help signing up for it is now available during this year's Health Insurance Marketplace Open Enrollment. Open enrollment for the public to obtain health insurance on the marketplace is from Nov. 1, 2015 to Jan. 31, 2016 for coverage starting as early as Jan. 1, 2015. Come to a free info/enrollment session or call the IU Health La Porte and Starke Hospital Healthcare Exchange Navigators for a one-on-one appointment toll-fre... ... Read More

11/3/2015 (La Porte, Starke counties) - Wellness Outreach professionals with the IU Health La Porte Hospital Mobile Health Clinic are taking information about lung disease and quitting tobacco on the road this month and look forward to interacting with the public during National COPD Awareness Month. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) refers to a group of lung conditions that restrict healthy breathing and can significantly affect a person's quality of life. Smoking and tobacco use are often a... ... Read More

9/9/2015 (La Porte, IN) - It just got easier for members of the community to get their annual flu vaccines and recommended pneumonia vaccines, with convenient walk-in services in Michigan City and Hamlet, and several clinics taking place in local neighborhoods. Indiana University Health VNA Services is providing flu vaccinations in several locations this year throughout September and October. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends everyone ages 6 months and older be vaccinated for flu... ... Read More

8/31/2015 (Knox, IN) - Ashley Kirkwood, MD, decided to go into women's care because she found caring for women of all ages and delivering babies to be "magical." It's that sentiment that keeps her focused on being a strong health advocate for adolescents and women. "While I was in medical school, I did a rotation in labor and delivery and it was absolutely magical. With obstetrics and gynecology, every day is different, and definitely exciting. I'm looking forward to taking the time to relate to my pati... ... Read More

8/25/2015 (Knox, IN) - Community members in Knox and surrounding Starke County will be able to see a new physician in town starting August 31. Sabrina Beecham, MD, is a primary care doctor who takes a particular interest in helping her patients live well-rounded, healthy lives. "It's important to take care of sickness, but I also enjoy helping my patients stay well and enjoy life to the fullest," Beecham said. The key to that, she added, is having an annual exam with a trusted provider, eating well, exe... ... Read More

7/9/2015 (Knox, IN) - Vouchers are still available to cover the cost of screening mammograms and some diagnostic follow-up procedures for women in Starke and Marshall counties who are due for their annual mammograms. The vouchers are for low-income, uninsured or underinsured women age 40 and older, and women of any age who are at high risk for breast cancer. Individuals who believe they quality for a screening mammogram and need a voucher may call Josephine Klicek, director of diagnostic imaging, at 574... ... Read More

6/16/2015 (La Porte, Starke counties, IN) - Young children in La Porte and Starke counties are counting down the days to when they will start the big K: kindergarten! To help them prepare, Indiana University Health La Porte and Starke Hospitals, in conjunction with United Way of La Porte County, is supporting a program called Kindergarten Countdown. This summer program serves more than 56 children in La Porte and Knox, who need the extra push to be prepared to enter kindergarten so they have the best ch... ... Read More

6/2/2015 (Knox, IN) - The Starke County Youth Club awarded Indiana University Health Starke Hospital the Aim High award for providing a top pledge of $5,000 during the club's annual radio-thon. In all, the campaign raised $41,000 for the club. "It's important to us to support the Starke County Youth Club's work in our communities, because they are an important proponent of childhood learning and development. This contribution is a good reflection of our mission to improve the health of our patients and ... ... Read More

5/20/2015 (Knox, IN) - There's a new eatery in town that might seem to be in an unlikely place - Indiana University Health Starke Hospital. The Food & Nutrition Services Department at IU Health Starke Hospital is pleased to unveil a revamped dining experience open to the community called Bistro 35. The eatery is located in the same place inside the hospital on the first floor, and features new, delicious options. "We're very excited about our new opening and want to welcome everyone to Bistro 35 for... ... Read More

5/1/2015 - It's time to start this season of renewal with a healthy boost! The 4th annual Starke County Community Health Fair will feature dozens of screenings and opportunities to participate in highly-interactive health events. The fair takes place May 13 from 2 to 6 pm at the Nancy J. Dembowski Community Center, 55 E. Lake St., Knox. Live Life Well is the theme, and health topics range from preventive care in men and women, to the value of a good night's sleep. "We are offering more screenings and op... ... Read More