Atrial fibrillation may not be life-threatening on its own, but the common heart rhythm disorder can significantly increase the risk of stroke if left untreated. “Afib is an irregular and often fast heart rhythm,” said Venkata (Annie) Narla, MD, electrophysiologist with Beacon Medical Group Advanced Cardiology...
American Heart Association honors Beacon hospitals for commitment to high-quality, evidence-based cardiovascular care When 39-year-old Dylan Friar suffered a stroke, he received life-saving treatment at Memorial Hospital of South Bend that restored blood flow to his brain and helped prevent more severe damage. Julie Kramer came...
On May 8, 2025, Taylor Harbin was driving through Allegan County on her way to meet two of her best friends from college for dinner. It wasn't a special occasion. They were simply looking forward to spending time together. Then, in an instant, everything changed. Taylor's SUV...
[caption id="attachment_61285" align="alignleft" width="300"] Shayna Roodman[/caption] The day Shayna Roodman didn’t hear her baby crying, she knew things had to change. For most of her life, Shayna had trouble hearing. Still, she got by. It wasn’t until her mid-20s that she realized something was definitely wrong. Then,...
Memorial Hospital's new Intensive Care Unit opens in late October. Meet the nurses, physicians, therapists, pharmacists, dietitians and unit assistants who will bring it to life, and learn how their teamwork supports patients and families during their most difficult moments....
Each season, the South Bend Cubs and Beacon Children's Hospital honor six young patients at Four Winds Field through Home Run for Life. Meet the 2026 honorees—Allie, Lucas, Theo, Teagan, Gianna and Lily—and read the stories of courage behind their trip around the bases....
Beacon Children's Hospital and Elkhart General Hospital help parents and newborns stay together during a NICU stay. In this WSBT Eye on Health segment, Dr. Robert White and NNP Amber Wallace explain how Couplet Care and single-family rooms support babies and families....
At 79, world-record powerlifter Jon Smoker thought severe hip pain might end his career. After an anterior hip replacement at Beacon Bone & Joint Specialists, he's back in the gym and training to chase four new world records when he turns 80....
Memorial Hospital's new patient tower was designed with input from the caregivers who will work there. As it opens, Beacon is hiring nurses, therapists, clinical specialists and support associates, with career growth, mentorship and education benefits for every stage of their careers....
You know you're supposed to get regular health screenings, but which ones and when? Search online and you'll find plenty of different answers. One website says to start a screening at 40. Another says 45. Your friend tells you they didn't need one until 50. So, how...
