DeMarion Newell

When was the last time you felt your heart pound? Climbing the stairs, chasing a grandkid across the yard, or maybe dancing at a wedding? We rarely notice our heartbeat until it needs our attention. This World Heart Day is the perfect time to slow down and raise awareness on how to care for your heart, but it is also important to understand how our everyday lifestyle choices impact overall heart health. This year’s theme, “Don’t Miss a Beat,” serves as an important reminder to pay attention...

On August 11, Lake County was struck by a derecho windstorm reaching 100 miles per hour winds, leaving a path of uprooted trees, damaged homes and infrastructure in neighborhoods around The Region.. As a result, more than 300,000 Lake County residents were left without power, marking the largest power outage in NIPSCO history . During these unprecedented times, NWI residents are left scrambling for shelter, resources, and food as they wait for their power to be restored. But, in this effort,...

Tobacco usage in schools remains a public health issue with trends in e-cigarettes and nicotine pouches. The Indiana Department of Health reported that more than 50% of middle school students and 75% of high school students who currently use tobacco reported using flavored tobacco products. Indiana is taking an important step by adding language to an education bill that requires schools to teach students about the dangers of tobacco, e-cigarettes and nicotine pouches, according to WRTV....