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As snow and ice approach our area it’s important to stay ahead of your health and other safety elements of your home. Even a couple of inches of snow can prove harmful to our older population. “Seniors and heart attacks are a very common problem with the first heavy snow,” said Jack Scott, Medical Director for the Emergency Room at Lutheran Hospital. “It’s tough to shovel snow, it’s a big stress on the heart. It’d be nice if you can hire a high school kid to do it, but you should always have someone wat... ... Read More

February is Heart Health Awareness Month. Taking care of your health by engaging in regular physical activity is one of the keys to a healthy heart. Join guest speaker Amy Sell, Lutheran Kosciusko Hospital Health & Wellness Center manager, during the next LKH Community Health session on Tuesday, Feb. 25,  from 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. in the LKH Administration Classroom, 2101 E. DuBois Drive in Warsaw. Amy will share how regular physical activity can help strengthen your heart and improve your ove... ... Read More

The prevalence of one of the most common cardiovascular conditions in the U.S. is significantly higher than previously estimated, underscoring the need for better prevention and treatment strategies. Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is a rapid, irregular heartbeat that can lead to stroke or sudden death if untreated. A 2024 study in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology estimates the current national prevalence of AFib to be at least 10.5 million adults, compared to previous estimates of 3.3 milli... ... Read More

Many people don’t consider a hospital a home but that’s exactly what Bluffton Regional Medical Center is to Riley Black. For three decades, Black has worked within the walls of BRMC starting out as an orderly when he was 16-years-old. Bluffton Chief Administrative Officer Julie Thompson remembers when Riley first joined the hospital in 1994. “Riley was shy and naïve to healthcare and the world actually,” said Thompson. “He was very kind, helpful, and wanted to learn about anything he could.” It was his ... ... Read More

Ma’n Abdulla, M,D., a board certified gastroenterologist with Lutheran Health Physicians in Bluffton, is welcoming patients at 303 S. Main Street in Bluffton. Dr. Abdullah diagnoses and treats digestive disorders involving the esophagus, stomach, large and small intestines, pancreas and liver. Dr. Abdullah received a medical degree from Damascus University School of Medicine in Damascus, Syria. He received residency training at the University of Connecticut in Farmington, Connecticut and fellowship trai... ... Read More

The new year often reignites an interest in health and wellness – in a 2024 poll, 79% of respondents said their New Year’s resolutions involved health. While sweeping resolutions are notoriously hard to keep, there are small, simple steps that you can take every day to make a lasting improvement in your health. “Even small lifestyle changes can increase longevity, reduce the risk associated with chronic disease, improve mental health and increase energy,” said Haris Uzair, an internal medicine physician... ... Read More

Lutheran Hospital is happy to announce the first baby born at its Birthplace in 2025. Jaxon John was born Wednesday, January 1, at 8:59 a.m. to parents Mia and Nick. Lutheran Health Network’s Birthplaces offer a comfortable, family-centered environment and compassionate staff to help ensure mom and baby receive the personalized care they need. All Birthplaces provide services and programs that include childbirth classes, breastfeeding support, online resources, postpartum care and support groups. Learn ... ... Read More

Lutheran Kosciusko Hospital is happy to announce the first baby born at its Birthplace in 2025. Cooper Henry was born Wednesday, January 1 at 5:52 a.m. to parents Jen and Chris. Lutheran Health Network’s Birthplaces offer a comfortable, family-centered environment and compassionate staff to help ensure mom and baby receive the personalized care they need. All Birthplaces provide services and programs that include childbirth classes, breastfeeding support, online resources, postpartum care and support gr... ... Read More

Dupont Hospital is happy to announce the first baby born at its Birthplace in 2025. Analia Samira was born Wednesday, January 1, at 12:18 a.m. to parents Mireya and Lamount. Lutheran Health Network’s Birthplaces offer a comfortable, family-centered environment and compassionate staff to help ensure mom and baby receive the personalized care they need. All Birthplaces provide services and programs that include childbirth classes, breastfeeding support, online resources, postpartum care and support groups... ... Read More

The American College of Cardiology has recognized Lutheran Hospital for its demonstrated commitment to comprehensive, high-quality culture and cardiovascular care. Lutheran Hospital was awarded the HeartCARE Center National Distinction of Excellence based on meeting accreditation criteria, and through their ongoing performance registry reporting. Hospitals receiving the HeartCARE Center designation from the ACC have demonstrated their commitment to consistent, high-quality cardiovascular care through co... ... Read More