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Valparaiso, Ind. – The American Heart Association released new blood pressure guidelines this month that are sure to re-categorize many Hoosiers into the danger zone for hypertension. Jay Shah, M.D., a cardiologist and Medical Director of the Heart Valve Center for Porter Health Care System, said that while the new guidelines may seem scary for people who previously thought they were healthy, they represent an opportunity for Americans to recognize the signs of unhealthy blood pressure sooner. “These ne... ... Read More

Valparaiso, Ind. – Porter Regional Hospital is one of only 66 participating hospitals nationwide to have achieved meritorious outcomes for surgical patient care, as recognized by the American College of Surgeons. The hospital is the only one in the region with the prestigious distinction. The recognition means that patients who have surgery at Porter Regional Hospital are receiving care from a team armed with powerful data about surgical outcomes, with an ultimate goal of improving patients safety by re... ... Read More

Valparaiso, Ind. – ‘Tis the season for turkey and football, and Porter EMS is delivering. The community is invited to come cheer on their favorite first responders and fire and medical professionals in the 2nd Annual Turkey Bowl Flag Football tournament to benefit local charity 500 Turkeys, Inc., which makes thousands of Thanksgiving meals available to families in Porter County. The event starts at 10 a.m., Nov. 11 at the Wheeler High School Football Field, 587 W. 300 N., Valparaiso. The weather is expe... ... Read More

Porter Regional Hospital will present the following childbirth education classes in November: Breastfeeding Class This free class, coordinated by an internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant, is designed to help expectant and new parents learn skills to promote successful breastfeeding. The class is from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Nov. 2 or 14, in the Women & Children’s Pavilion classroom at Porter Regional Hospital, 85 East US Highway 6 in Valparaiso. The class is free and pre-registration ... ... Read More

Hip or knee pain can slow you down, affect your mood, and make your overall quality of life miserable. Porter Regional Hospital offers a free joint pain seminar with an orthopedic patient navigator who will talk about a variety of options for relief, including exercise, weight control, medication therapy, and minimally- invasive joint replacement. The program takes place from 1-2 p.m., the third Thursday of the month. The next program is Nov. 21. To register, click on events, or call 1-800-541-1861. Por... ... Read More

Portage, Ind. – Porter Health Care System presents Pink at Portage, a special monthly event for women needing their annual mammogram, from 7 a.m. to noon, Nov. 21, in the Women’s Center at Portage Hospital, 3630 Willowcreek Road, Portage. Women can get their annual mammograms and receive a complimentary brunch. Mammograms are an essential tool to the early detection of breast cancer. Early detection is important, as the chances of the successful treatment of breast cancer are greater in the beginning st... ... Read More

Valparaiso, Ind. – Porter Healthcare System CEO Stephen Lunn will be returning to his southern roots soon to begin a new position with a healthcare company in Nashville, Tenn. Lunn expects to make the move sometime in November, and the hospital has begun a search for a new CEO. “From the moment I arrived at Porter in March of 2014, I have had great respect for the teams and physicians here who provide the best healthcare in the region. That has made this a difficult decision. At the same time, I know th... ... Read More

Porter Regional Hospital will offer the following support groups in October: Getting to the Heart of the Matter This free monthly support group is open to anyone and their loved ones living with any type of heart disease – from high blood pressure to heart failure. Led by a fellow heart disease survivor, the group offers monthly peer-to-peer encouragement and education, and serves to inspire hope and promote healthier living. The group meets from Noon – 1 p.m., the second Thursday of each month, at the ... ... Read More

Porter Regional Hospital will offer the following support groups in October: Getting to the Heart of the Matter This free monthly support group is open to anyone and their loved ones living with any type of heart disease – from high blood pressure to heart failure. Led by a fellow heart disease survivor, the group offers monthly peer-to-peer encouragement and education, and serves to inspire hope and promote healthier living. The group meets from Noon – 1 p.m., the second Thursday of each month, at the ... ... Read More

Porter Regional Hospital will present the following childbirth education classes in October: Breastfeeding Class This free class, coordinated by an internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant, is designed to help expectant and new parents learn skills to promote successful breastfeeding. The class is from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Oct. 5 or 10, in the Women & Children’s Pavilion classroom at Porter Regional Hospital, 85 East US Highway 6 in Valparaiso. The class is free and pre-registration i... ... Read More