Health

By Chris Fortune The first instinct for many might be to get out and shovel driveways and sidewalks when snow falls, but the activity can be especially dangerous for people with heart disease and other medical conditions. The American Heart Association said people may face an increased risk of a heart attack or sudden cardiac

By NewsPress Now ClearSky Rehabilitation Hospital of Elwood-St. Joseph has a new chief executive officer. Todd Sandberg is taking the helm of the medical rehabilitation hospital that treats patients with disabling injuries or illnesses such as strokes, brain injuries, hip fractures, spinal injuries, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, and other medically complex conditions including COVID-19. Sandberg

By Kirsten Stokes The number of people donating blood has fallen by about 40% during the last 20 years, leading to critical shortages in a life-saving necessity. Worsening shortages in the last four years have led to an almost constant state of emergency for needed blood. Joann Woody, executive director of the Red Cross of

By Kendra Simpson Cutting out alcohol in January has been a trend for years, however, for those who aren’t quite ready to quit cold turkey, a more relaxed version of the challenge is gaining popularity. Instead of Dry January, people can try Damp January, which encourages participants to simply limit alcohol consumption without quitting entirely.

By Harry Loomis With St. Joseph’s recent winter weather and more bitter cold temperatures on the way, flu cases may see an uptick sooner than later. As of Wednesday morning, St. Joseph has 180 confirmed cases of the flu, but flu season has yet to see its peak, so those numbers are expected to rise.

By Charles Christian A local activity center aims to help older adults keep their resolutions for the new year. The Joyce Raye Patterson 50+ Activity Center in Downtown St. Joseph provides an array of opportunities for older adults. Members have access to workout facilities, meeting rooms, weekly games and educational opportunities. Manager Julie Noel said

By Kyle Schmidt Those battling cancer have a resource to help keep them strong in their fight. The St Joseph YMCA is kicking off a new year of its LiveStrong program on Monday, Jan. 8. It’s a free resource for anyone who has been diagnosed with cancer. Three different 12-week-long sessions aim to work different

By Ashley Luthans Making health a priority is a common New Year’s resolution, whether it be through exercise or better eating habits, but sticking to it can be easier said than done. Austin Evans, the owner of Lean Kitchen Company, a local meal plan service, highlighted various ways to improve physical health. “No. 1 focus

By Charles Christian A small purchase can play a big role in keeping those in your home safe. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, each year more than 400 people die from overexposure to carbon monoxide and another 100,000 visit emergency rooms with related issues. The colorless, odorless gas can come from