More than 500 cases of Multi-System Inflammatory Syndrome have been confirmed in the United States, including 15 in Indiana. The most common signs of Multi-System Inflammatory Syndrome include fever, respiratory problems requiring oxygen and low blood pressure.
https://www.franciscanhealth.org/news-and-events/news/covid-19-coronavirus-kawasaki-disease-children
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Does COVID-19 Put My Child At Risk For Multi-system Inflammatory Syndrome? | Franciscan Health
Shortages of Lysol spray and Clorox wipes causing you concern? There are many options out there for cleaning and disinfecting high-touch surfaces. Learn more about home cleaning for COVID-19 and find a list of EPA-registered disinfectants to consider.
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/cleaning-disinfection.html
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Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) - Environmental Cleaning and Disinfection Recommendations
You're settling into the routine of school days...until you get the dreaded call from school that a Coronavirus exposure is forcing a change. Do you have a family plan for a quarantine or temporary virtual learning situation?
https://www.franciscanhealth.org/news-and-events/news/do-you-have-family-plan-coronavirus-outbreak
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"My big thing would be that I would want to have a conversation with the people who are attending," says Dr. Philip Maher, medical staff at Franciscan Beacon Hospital. "Just so they're aware of the risks and what they can do to mitigate some of those risks."
Dr. Maher discusses how to limit the spread of Coronavirus during Labor Day Weekend. The family medicine doctor at Beacon Medical Group LaPorte says age and certain medical conditions can add risk to any interaction, especially when you are in close proximity to others.
Franciscan Beacon Hospital offers eight private inpatient rooms with nearly 400 square feet of space. Additionally, two of our rooms have dialysis capabilities and two rooms have bariatric ceiling lifts.
Franciscan Beacon Hospital is ready to care for you. Learn more: franciscanbeaconhospital.org
Emergencies happen. We’re ready. Our 24-hour emergency department in La Porte features a full trauma bay, 10 emergency rooms and the dedicated, compassionate care you’ve come to trust from Beacon Health and Franciscan Health.
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Whether fueling up for an afternoon at the orchard or just a family meal, these fun Halloween foods will make cooking and eating more fun.
Check out these ideas for Halloween-themed snacks and suppers kids can help cook:
https://www.franciscanhealth.org/news-and-events/news/halloween-snacks-and-smoothies-kids-can-make
https://www.franciscanhealth.org/news-and-events/news/healthy-halloween-dinners-kids-can-make
With Halloween approaching, it's a good time to think about your candy consumption.
The FDA says eating too much black licorice – just two ounces per day for adults over 40 for a prolonged period – could land you in the hospital with an irregular heart rhythm or arrhythmia.
Learn more: https://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/black-licorice-trick-or-treat
Researchers at Stanford University School of Medicine found that teens and young adults who vaped were five to seven times more likely to be infected by COVID-19 than those who weren’t vaping.
https://www.franciscanhealth.org/news-and-events/news/does-vaping-increase-your-risk-covid-19
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Does Vaping Increase Your Risk Of COVID-19? | Franciscan Health
It has never been more important to get your flu shot.
Getting the flu vaccine is the best way to protect against getting influenza. Do your part for your community and get your flu shot today!
Stroke is the #5 cause of death among Americans and the leading cause of serious disability.
A stroke occurs when a blood vessel that carries oxygen and nutrients to the brain is either blocked by a clot or bursts.
F.A.S.T. is an easy way to remember the warning signs of stroke. If you suspect someone you know is suffering a stroke, call 911 or get them to an ER immediately.
With smaller gatherings, you're probably likely to have more leftovers this year.
Here are some tips to keep yourself safe from food illness this Thanksgiving: https://www.usda.gov/media/press-releases/2016/11/21/usdas-five-tips-food-safe-thanksgiving
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USDA's Five Tips for a Food Safe Thanksgiving
Preparing for Thanksgiving in 2020 looks different than in years past. How can you lower the risk of spreading COVID-19 during the holidays?
Learn more: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/holidays.html#thanksgiving
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Celebrating the holidays from a distance may make us feel, well, disconnected.
Find ideas for sharing your celebrations with loved ones from a distance.
https://www.franciscanhealth.org/news-and-events/news/5-ways-military-families-handle-holiday-separations
The fall Covid-19 surge is here, fueled by colder weather, reopened schools and pandemic fatigue. The flu season could make the coronavirus pandemic even worse.
For the next several months, new Covid-19 infections, hospitalizations and deaths are expected to keep rising as the temperatures keep dropping.
These tips can help you stay healthy and sane these next few months.
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7 ways to stay healthy (and sane) during the fall coronavirus surge
Some of the coldest air this winter is expected this weekend. Extreme cold temperatures are more than a nuisance - they could hurt your health.
https://www.franciscanhealth.org/community/blog/dangerous-winter-temperatures-protect-your-health
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Dangerous Winter Temperatures: Protect Your Health
Do you know these symptoms of a silent heart attack?
https://www.franciscanhealth.org/community/blog/symptoms-of-a-silent-heart-attack
Extreme cold temperatures are more than a nuisance - they could hurt your health.
https://www.franciscanhealth.org/news-and-events/news/dangerous-winter-temperatures-protect-your-health
With average ER wait times under 15 minutes, Franciscan Beacon Hospital is ready to serve you.
If your condition is live threatening, call 911 or get to Franciscan Beacon Hospital for fast, compassionate care.
Learn more: http://franciscanbeaconhospital.org/
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While shoveling snow can be a great workout, the activity can come with its own risks.
https://www.franciscanhealth.org/news-and-events/news/snow-shoveling-safety
Happy New Year from Franciscan Beacon Hospital!
Outpatient Imaging is closed today, but our ER is open and ready to serve.
Learn more: https://franciscanbeaconhospital.org/
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