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Loretto Hospital offers free summer screenings starting Friday

By AustinTalks | June 3, 2022

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

By AustinTalks | November 17, 2019

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.

health

Free diabetes program offered to local residents

By AustinTalks | January 15, 2019

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.

health

Clinical trials come to Loretto, opening door for new local treatments

By Connor S. Carynski | December 31, 2018

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

By Terry Dean | April 10, 2017

The Austin congressman’s office will highlight health disparities in communities of color during April.

Community

West Side patients learn about healthy living

By Jinnie Hoggarth | May 1, 2014

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

By AustinTalks | April 9, 2014

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

By Jinnie Hoggarth | September 26, 2013

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

By AustinTalks | February 20, 2013

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

By Ellyn Fortino | June 15, 2012

Austin residents and the American Heart Association share risk factors and preventative methods for the condition that can lead to disability and death.

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