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Franciscan Health @myfranciscan.bsky.social · 3h

What's the difference between genetic testing and regular screening? Franciscan Health genetic counselor Malavika Praseed McGrail explains what you should know.

Franciscan Health @myfranciscan.bsky.social · 3h

What's the difference between genetic testing and regular screening? Franciscan Health genetic counselor Malavika Praseed McGrail explains what you should know.

Franciscan Health @myfranciscan.bsky.social · 3h

Welcome family medicine physician John McCleerey, MD, to Franciscan Physician Network Columbus Primary & Specialty Care located at 123 2nd Street in Columbus. To make an appointment, call 812-342-3339. https://www.franciscanhealth.org/find-a-provider/john-mccleerey-1972641652

Franciscan Health @myfranciscan.bsky.social · 1d

Welcome internal medicine physician Jin Young Hwang, MD, to Franciscan Physician Network Coolspring Health Center located at 225 East Coolspring Avenue, Suite 2E in Michigan City. To make an appointment, call 219-878-5014. https://www.franciscanhealth.org/find-a-provider/jin-young-hwang-1699354357

Franciscan Health @myfranciscan.bsky.social · 1d

An asthma action plan helps individuals, their caregivers, and healthcare providers understand how to control and respond to asthma symptoms.

Learn the steps for building an asthma action plan.
https://www.franciscanhealth.org/community/blog/asthma-action-plans

Franciscan Health @myfranciscan.bsky.social · 1d

Stepping up for hope! Franciscan Health's Western Indiana team participated in this year's Walk to End Alzheimer's on Sept. 27 to help create a world without Alzheimer's. 💜

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Franciscan Health @myfranciscan.bsky.social · 1d

Have questions about dense breast reports or what a callback means? You’re not alone!
Check out answers to some of the most common mammogram questions here: https://www.franciscanhealth.org/community/blog/real-mammogram-questions-expert-answers

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Franciscan Health @myfranciscan.bsky.social · 1d

Discover exciting career opportunities at Franciscan Health. We are seeking dedicated professionals for positions like clinical therapist, crisis clinician and patient access reps. Apply online at jobs.franciscanhealth.org.

Advertisement for Franciscan Health featuring available job positions such as Clinical Therapist, Crisis Clinician, and Patient Access Rep. A healthcare professional with a stethoscope is smiling. Apply online at jobs.franciscanhealth.org.

Franciscan Health @myfranciscan.bsky.social · 2d

Protect yourself from fall allergies with these simple steps:
1️⃣ Keep windows closed
2️⃣ Wear a hat and sunglasses outdoors
3️⃣ Shower after being outside
4️⃣ Monitor pollen counts
Get more tips for managing fall allergies: https://www.franciscanhealth.org/community/blog/fight-fall-allergies

Tips For Fighting Fall Allergies

Take medication before seasonal allergy symptoms flare, reduce mold exposure, and avoid pollen and ragweed, allergy experts say.

www.franciscanhealth.org

Franciscan Health @myfranciscan.bsky.social · 2d

Welcome Hematologist and medical oncologist William Bae, MD, to Franciscan Health Woodland Cancer Care Center located at 8955 West 400 North in Michigan City. To make an appointment, call 219-861-5800. https://www.franciscanhealth.org/find-a-provider/william-bae-1538699079

Franciscan Health @myfranciscan.bsky.social · 2d

About 38 million Americans experience migraines. While they can occur at any age, they usually happen between the teens and 40s. As various as migraine symptoms are, so are the potential causes and remedies. https://www.franciscanhealth.org/community/blog/migraine-treatment-prevention

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Franciscan Health @myfranciscan.bsky.social · 3d

Are you getting ready to have surgery soon? Preparing your body and mind can make a big difference in your stress before surgery and your surgical recovery after.

https://www.franciscanhealth.org/community/blog/getting-ready-for-surgery

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Franciscan Health @myfranciscan.bsky.social · 3d

Welcome Mohammad Wadud, DO, to Franciscan Physician Network Dyer Family Health Center located at 840 Richard Road in Dyer, Indiana. To make an appointment, call 219-322-1450. https://www.franciscanhealth.org/find-a-provider/mohammad-wadud-1831622141

Franciscan Health @myfranciscan.bsky.social · 4d

Franciscan Health is teaming up with Food Finders Food Bank, Indy Hunger Network and CookingMatters.org for free “Cooking Matters” classes in Lafayette.

🍎 Learn to prepare healthy, affordable meals and shop smart on a budget.
📅 Oct. 22 & Nov. 12

Register by calling (765) 502-4977.

Franciscan Health @myfranciscan.bsky.social · 4d

Over 500 Catholic school students gathered at Franciscan Health Dyer for the 32nd annual Respect Life Celebration, co-hosted with the Diocese of Gary. This year’s theme, “Life, Our Sign of Hope,” encouraged students to cherish and protect life at all stages. 💙

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Franciscan Health @myfranciscan.bsky.social · 4d

Protein = more than muscle 💪

This essential nutrient helps build bone, supports immunity, balances blood sugar and helps you heal. Learn more about protein and its benefits.

https://www.franciscanhealth.org/community/blog/power-of-protein

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Franciscan Health @myfranciscan.bsky.social · 5d

📅 Final drive-thru flu shot clinics:
• Oct. 19 | Plainfield | 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
• Oct. 19 | Mooresville | 3 to 6 p.m.

ℹ️ Bring insurance card and photo ID (or $40 self-pay). Dress for easy vaccine access. More info: (317) 528-6374

Franciscan Health @myfranciscan.bsky.social · 5d

Sheela Konda, MD, breast radiologist and medical director of the Breast Imaging Center at Franciscan Health Munster and Dyer answers questions about mammograms.

https://www.franciscanhealth.org/community/blog/real-mammogram-questions-expert-answers

Franciscan Health @myfranciscan.bsky.social · 7d

Lupus increases your risk of coronary artery disease and other heart conditions, but you can still take steps to help your heart's health.

https://www.franciscanhealth.org/community/blog/lupus-heart-disease

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Franciscan Health @myfranciscan.bsky.social · 7d

Welcome Latifa Barti, MD, board-certified family medicine physician with the Franciscan Physician Network Winfield Health Center located at 11161 Randolph St. in Crown Point. To schedule an appointment, call 219-662-9424. https://www.franciscanhealth.org/find-a-provider/latifa-barti-1457083545

Franciscan Health @myfranciscan.bsky.social · 7d

Navigate your health with the help of a genetic counselor. Here's how.

Franciscan Health @myfranciscan.bsky.social · 7d

Navigate your health with the help of a genetic counselor. Here's how.

Franciscan Health @myfranciscan.bsky.social · 8d

Franciscan Health will host a flu and immunization clinic Oct. 10, 1 to 4:30 p.m., at the Indianapolis Public Library, 6650 South Harding St.

Clinics are open to anyone. Bring an insurance card and photo ID. Walk-ins are welcome. Info: Call (317) 224-3253.

Franciscan Health @myfranciscan.bsky.social · 8d

Welcome family medicine physician Matthew Lash, MD, Franciscan Physician Network Greenwood Parke Family Medicine located at 701 E. County Line Road, Suite 204 in Greenwood. To make an appointment, call 317-882-0535. https://www.franciscanhealth.org/find-a-provider/matthew-lash-1023402054

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Franciscan Health @myfranciscan.bsky.social · 8d

While student athletes may want to be the very best at their sport, overtraining is still a thing that can sideline their progress. Thomas Schmittdiel, MD, sports medicine physician with Franciscan Health, explains how to spot the common signs of overtraining.