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...
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....
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...
Social media has made “high cortisol” one of the most talked about explanations for weight gain, fatigue and difficulty losing weight. While stress hormones can absolutely affect overall health, the reality is often more complex. “Many patients come in worried that cortisol is the sole reason...
Soaring 10 stories into the South Bend skyline, the new Memorial Hospital Patient Tower is hard to miss. But you might be wondering: What’s happening inside? The second floor of the tower is nearing completion, and that means an important milestone is coming up soon: moving...
Most people know they feel better after a good night's sleep. They have more energy, think more clearly and are generally in a better mood. What many people don't realize is just how closely sleep and mental health are connected. Sleep affects nearly every system in the...
Children are always watching. They notice how parents respond to stress, how they talk about food, whether they prioritize sleep and how often they reach for a screen. While parents often focus on teaching healthy habits through reminders and rules, experts say one of the...
For many families, sports physicals are their first introduction to PAWS, but they're only one part of the care available throughout the year. Whether your child needs preventive care, treatment for an illness, help managing a chronic condition or behavioral health support, PAWS Community Adolescent Health Center provides comprehensive services designed specifically for...
One of the biggest misconceptions about PAWS is that it's only for high school students. In reality, PAWS serves adolescents and young adults ages 10 through 21, making quality healthcare more accessible for families throughout the Three Rivers community. Services are available regardless of a family's ability to pay, and all insurance...
