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Aug
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Aug
Eye on Health: Beacon nurses explain health benefits of breastfeeding
Breastmilk is a strong source of nutrition for babies, yet only about 1 in 4 infants exclusively receive it, national statistics reveal. Still, most moms-to-be hear the same question for nine months: "Do you plan to breastfeed?" Tia Kling, a registered nurse at Elkhart General Hospital and mom of three, says...
12
Aug
Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation expands Beacon partnership, reinforcing dedication to highest quality regional care
Leaders from Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation and Beacon Health System have signed a new agreement to expand their relationship and increase access to high-quality rehabilitation services for patients in Indiana. In 2020, the two organizations started working together under a professional services agreement, and now they are deepening their connection...
11
Aug
Retiree reclaims active lifestyle with outpatient knee replacement surgery at Beacon
For years, knee pain couldn't stop retiree Bob McGrew from his favorite activities of walking and playing golf. But the pain in one knee kept worsening, eventually affecting both knees and his back. His simple pleasures became a daily struggle -- a struggle he finally won, thanks to a Beacon...
05
Aug
Heart Matters: World-class second opinion from Mayo Clinic confirms excellent care for Beacon heart patient
It was supposed to be a festive evening. In December 2024, Diane Krill had just arrived at a holiday event for the Beacon Health Foundation board when she felt a sharp pain in her chest. She was fortunate to be surrounded by medical professionals who could help. A physician at the...
05
Aug
Heart Matters: First-in-state procedure at Beacon helps patient control blood pressure
Kevin Troupe was just 16 when he was diagnosed with hypertension. For the next 15 years, he cycled through blood pressure medications, struggling to find relief. Now, thanks to a groundbreaking procedure being performed at Beacon, Kevin is experiencing the possibility of reducing his dependence on medication. Kevin's case, however, was...
05
Aug
Heart Matters: Quick action from Beacon specialists saves patient from life-threatening brain aneurysm
What seemed like an early-morning sinus headache turned into a life-threatening emergency for Denise Beilman -- one that came without any warning signs. One Tuesday in late October 2023, Denise woke up earlier than usual with a headache. She took some sinus medicine, but it didn’t touch the pain. By 7...
04
Aug
Keeping safe from ticks and Lyme disease
One of the hazards of the summer months, especially for families who enjoy spending time outdoors, is the hated tick. These little bloodsuckers find a cozy spot and latch onto our bodies, feeding for as long as three days before they drop off. During that time, they can transmit disease to...
01
Aug
Patient overcomes complex breast cancer diagnosis with confidence from Beacon collaboration with Mayo Clinic
When Yolanda Claire had her annual mammogram in 2023, she was relaxed and unconcerned. Even when the Elkhart General Breast Care Center asked her back for a biopsy, she didn't worry much. So the diagnosis of early-stage breast cancer hit her like a jolt. Fortunately, Yolanda felt fully supported by her...
24
Jul