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Loretto Hospital offers free summer screenings starting Friday
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A range of screenings will be offered from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 3 in the physicians paring lot, 645 S. Central Ave.
Community
Free diabetes program held Monday at Loretto Hospital
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Learn about how to reverse the course of diabetes at this two-hour event from 1 to 3 p.m. Nov. 18 in the 6th floor auditorium of Loretto Hospital, 645 S. Central Ave. The event will include a cooking demonstration and a healthy lunch.
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Free diabetes program offered to local residents
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The classes are available by appointment only at The Loretto Hospital. The program covers a variety of topics, including controlling blood sugar, healthy eating and managing medication.
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Clinical trials come to Loretto, opening door for new local treatments
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The Loretto Hospital has become the first safety-net hospital in Illinois to conduct clinical trials, making it a pioneer for Illinois hospitals that serve patients regardless of insurance status.
black health
Rep. Davis promotes National Minority Health Month with four community events
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The Austin congressman’s office will highlight health disparities in communities of color during April.
Community
West Side patients learn about healthy living
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Participants get help with managing their diabetes in group sessions at the PCC Austin Family Health Center.
Community
Funding being offered to West Side nonprofits
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April 18 is the deadline for groups to apply for a grant of $5,000 to $50,000 from the Advocate Bethany Community Health Fund (Bethany Fund).
Community
PCC Austin launches new diabetes program
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Participants meet together with a team of health providers with the goal of managing the disease more effectively.
Community
Westside Health Authority diabetes seminar Wednesday
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The free Feb. 20 diabetes information session is from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Austin Town Hall, 5610 W. Lake St.
News
African-Americans more susceptible to stroke
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Austin residents and the American Heart Association share risk factors and preventative methods for the condition that can lead to disability and death.