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FHOF Names New Vice Presidents
Franciscan Health Olympia Fields has added two new vice presidents to its ranks. Fulton Porter III, MD, FACP, FHM, is the new Franciscan Health Olympia Fields Vice President of Medical Affairs and Chief Medical Officer, and Michael Randall is the new Vice President of Strategy and Business Development. “We at Franciscan Health Olympia Fields are…
News for Uplifted Care Community Grief Center
The free Chain of Blessings Workshop will be held on Saturday, April 20, from 10 – 11:30 a.m., and provides an interactive experience for individuals and families to remember the blessings their loved ones gave them. Participants will make a chain of things their loved ones taught them, special characteristics they had, and anything else…
Riverside Healthcare Presents Baby and Beyond Fair: A Celebration of Growing Families
Riverside Healthcare is excited to announce the upcoming Baby and Beyond Fair, an event tailored for expectant parents, those planning future pregnancies, and families with young children. The fair offers many resources, interactive presentations, and community engagement opportunities, all aimed at supporting families on their journey from pregnancy through early childhood. The Baby and Beyond…
FHOF Family Birth Center Hosting Baby Expo; Register Now!
Free event open to new and expectant parents. Franciscan Health Family Birth Center Olympia Fields is hosting a free Baby Expo May 4 at Franciscan Health Olympia Fields for new and expectant parents. The event features tours of the Family Birth Center, prizes, gifts, refreshments, and health vendors, as well as information on safe sleep,…
WCHD Reports Second Positive Measle Case
The Will County Health Department (WCHD) has confirmed an additional positive case of measles in Will County, and the department’s communicable disease staff is working to collect additional details to identify and notify people who may have been exposed to measles, provide education, and recommend appropriate measures. Additionally, the WCHD is in close contact with…
FHOF Designated Blue Distinction Center+ for Maternity Care
Franciscan Health Olympia Fields has been recognized by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois with a Blue Distinction Centers+ for Maternity Care designation as part of the Blue Distinction Specialty Care program. The program plays a key role in the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association’s National Health Equity Strategy aimed at reducing racial health…
Franciscan Health Hospitals Hosting Suicide Prevention Courses
Franciscan Health hospitals in Northwest Indiana and Chicago’s South Suburbs are hosting suicide prevention courses in April and May. The entry level question, persuade and refer or QPR Suicide Prevention Courses are based on curriculum developed by the QPR Institute, which aims to save lives and reduce suicidal behaviors by providing innovative, practical, and proven…
Riverside Welcomes Chanel Smith, FNP-C, to Team of Immediate Care Providers
Riverside Healthcare is pleased to welcome board-certified nurse practitioner Chanel Smith, FNP-C, to its team of immediate care providers. Smith completed her Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Master of Science in Nursing at Governors State University in University Park. Immediate care is intended to provide care for non-life-threatening injuries and ailments, such as colds,…
USF Blood Drive April 23
The American Red Cross is experiencing an emergency shortage as the nation faces the lowest number of people giving blood in 20 years. Help those in need as the University of St. Francis (USF) hosts its next American Red Cross blood drive on Tuesday, April 23, from 1 to 6 p.m., in the Assembly Hall…
Brush Those Fangs!
Illinois veterinary professionals celebrate ‘Healthy Pet Month!’ April is recognized every year as Healthy Pet Month by Illinois’ veterinarians, certified veterinarian technicians, and clinic practice professionals, the majority of whom are members of the Illinois State Veterinary Medical Association (ISVMA). Veterinarians always encourage pet owners to recognize the importance of proactive, preventive health care for…
County Community Health Center Welcomes Genoa Healthcare Pharmacy
Will County Community Health Center and Genoa Healthcare have partnered to provide pharmacy services for the Will County community in one convenient location – within the Will County Community Health Center at 1106 Neal Avenue in Joliet. We are pleased to introduce our new on-site pharmacy services from Genoa Healthcare,” said Mary Maragos, CEO of…
Jessica Norman, FNP-BC, Joins Riverside’s Orthopedic Team
Riverside Healthcare is pleased to welcome board-certified nurse practitioner Jessica Norman, FNP-BC, to its team of orthopedic specialists. Norman completed her Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Master of Science in Nursing – family nurse practitioner degrees at Olivet Nazarene University in Bourbonnais. Starting as a nurse at Riverside in 2015, Norman has served in…
ACR Updates Supplemental Breast Screening Tool Guidelines
Women at higher risk for breast cancer: Consider breast MRI, in conjunction with mammography. The American College of Radiology (ACR) has updated its supplemental breast screening guidelines to now recommend a breast MRI in conjunction with screening mammography for women at an increased risk for breast cancer. “As an ACR Breast Imaging Center of Excellence,…
Miller Healthcare Introduces In-House Dialysis Services
In-house dialysis allows residents to resume regular activities sooner. Riverside Miller Healthcare recently added in-house dialysis services for residents, and the results have been life-changing. The addition of this service in the Miller facility has meant residents requiring dialysis no longer need to be transported off-site, receive hours of dialysis, and then returned to Miller,…
Health Department Announces Positive Case of Measles
The Will County Health Department has confirmed a positive case of measles in Will County. The Will Count Health Department’s Communicable Disease staff is working to collect additional details to identify and notify people who may have been exposed to measles, provide education, and recommend appropriate measures. Additionally, the health department is in close contact…
Alzheimer Report Reveals Top Stressors for Caregivers
Report also indicates lack of care navigation support and resources, plus provides latest statistics and information on Alzheimer’s prevalence, incidence, mortality, cost of care in state/nationally. The Alzheimer’s Association 2024 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures report reveals that both dementia caregivers and healthcare workers report difficulties in navigating dementia care within the U.S. healthcare system.…
Riverside Welcomes Podiatrist Robert Martin, DPM
Dr. Martin is accepting new patients in Coal City and Watseka Riverside Healthcare is pleased to welcome board-certified podiatrist Robert Martin, DPM. Dr. Martin completed his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine at the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine in Cleveland, and then completed his Podiatric surgery residency at Palmetto General Hospital in Hialeah, Florida. Additionally, he…
