As we settle into winter, most of us are on alert for colds and the flu, but stomach bugs deserve a spot on that list, too. Norovirus has a habit of popping up more frequently this time of year, mostly because we’re all indoors more and sharing spaces more...
When Anne retired after a long career in healthcare contracting, including many years at Elkhart General Hospital, she expected to enjoy the new freedom in her schedule. But like many new retirees, she quickly realized that stepping away from decades of routine brought unexpected challenges. "You...
January is the month when most people give up on their health and fitness resolutions. But Sarah Strefling, director of Beacon Health & Fitness in Granger and Three Rivers, does not want you to quit. She wants to show you how you can turn your...
January brings a fresh wave of gym-goers pursuing New Year’s resolutions to Beacon Health & Fitness. But for heart attack survivor Bill Thistlethwaite, it’s about protecting his health. After never belonging to a gym in his life, Bill now relies on Beacon’s “Best Medicine Heart Healthy”...
Our region is seeing a high level of respiratory illness risk, including an increase in flu positivity test rates. What does this mean for families? It means illnesses like the flu are spreading more widely in the community, and children are especially at risk. “Kids are more likely to be exposed...
After about a year of construction, Beacon Health System has completed a 15,000-square-foot, two-story expansion at Beacon Granger Hospital, adding an outpatient center to meet the growing needs of patients. The $11.9 million investment supported the addition of rheumatology and infusion services, laboratory services and outpatient...
Beacon Health System welcomed its first baby of 2026 when Chozen arrived at 7:35 a.m. on New Year's Day at Memorial Hospital of South Bend. Megan Dawe and Stephen Malone of South Bend welcomed their healthy baby boy after 12 hours of labor. He weighs 8 pounds,...
Santa made a special stop at Beacon Children’s Hospital this season, bringing joy and holiday magic to our tiniest patients and their families. His gentle visit created meaningful memories during what can be an especially emotional time. Watch this heartwarming video of our NICU babies...
It was back in July 2018 when Sue Gruett lost her footing on a stepstool and broke her leg, quite badly. For a fall from a stepstool, the injuries were severe. One doctor told her it was as if she hit a wall at 70...
Jeanine Smith has spent much of her career caring for others as an associate at Beacon Health System, most recently working alongside orthopedic surgeon Dr. Ryan O’Rourke as a certified medical assistant at Beacon Medical Group Bone and Joint Specialists in South Bend. Active and healthy...
