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Dec
14
Dec
Our Take: Beacon gastroenterologist explains colon cancer screenings
In the news: Last week, film and television star Kirstie Alley passed away after a brief battle with colon cancer, joining a long list of celebrities who have succumbed to the disease such as film and television actor Chadwick Boseman and NFL football coach Vince Lombardi. Colon cancer is deadly...
09
Dec
Health for the holidays begins with prevention
It appears the “new normal” of trying to avoid respiratory illness will continue into the new year as COVID-19, influenza, RSV and strep throat attempt to take the happy out of our holidays. “We spent the last two and a half years learning a lot about how germs spread and about...
06
Dec
Patterson named new Beacon Medical Group President
Beacon Health System today announced that Dale A. Patterson, MD, MS, FAAFP, has been named President of Beacon Medical Group. Dr. Patterson, who has served in various clinical leadership roles with the healthcare organization for the past 15 years, will assume the role in January 2023. Dr. Patterson is currently Vice...
01
Dec
Beacon Health System receives COVID-19 vaccination outreach grant extension
Beacon Health System has been granted an extension to continue COVID-19 vaccination outreach activities that began under a $4.8 million grant last spring from the U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration. This grant extension will allow Beacon and its community partners to continue to provide valuable education and services focused on...
23
Nov
Beacon associates give and receive turkeys for the Thanksgiving holiday
Beacon Health System thanked its nearly 8,000 associates this Thanksgiving season by offering them a frozen turkey wrapped inside an insulated keepsake bag. Leaders from across the organization personally thanked each associate last week as they passed out turkeys and insulated bags at Community Hospital of Bremen, Elkhart General Hospital, Memorial...
18
Nov
Beacon and The Milk Bank bring breast milk distribution center to Michiana
The national baby formula shortage is still a pressing concern for many new and expectant mothers. Fortunately, Beacon Health System has implemented a new program to help alleviate the problem and provide nutrition to some of the most vulnerable members of our community. Beacon and the non-profit The Milk Bank launched...
18
Nov
Get the most from your insurance plan
There’s still time to get the most out of your health insurance plan for this year. Be sure to take a minute to review your plan for any remaining benefits you haven’t used this calendar year. Health spending accounts Did you set aside tax-free dollars in a Health Savings Account, Health Reimbursement...
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Nov
Beacon Health & Fitness Granger receives national Medical Fitness award
Beacon Health & Fitness Granger has been named the 2022 Medical Fitness Association Certified Facility of the Year. This prestigious award is presented annually to a certified medical fitness facility that serves as an industry benchmark by developing programs, achieving results and adhering to the highest standards. “Being one of just...
11
Nov
Medical Minute: Staying healthy during respiratory illness season
In this Medical Minute video below, Dr. Jason Marker, associate director at the Memorial Hospital Family Medicine Residency program, breaks down what you need to know to stay safe and healthy heading into respiratory illness season. He explains how the flu, RSV and COVID-19 might make you feel, prevention strategies,...Related Information