Heart Disease: Know Your Risk
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. According to the CDC, someone dies from heart disease every 36 seconds. While heart attacks and heart failure are the most talked-about cardiovascular issues, heart disease refers to a large group of...
HealthLinc Receives United Way Grant for COVID-19 Relief
HealthLinc is excited to announce that they were recently awarded $154,346 in grant funds from United Way of Northwest Indiana and Indiana United Ways. This funding was made possible due to United Way’s partnership with the Lilly Endowment, Inc. for use in the fight...
HealthLinc Closures Due to Extreme Weather Telemedicine Appointments Available
WHEN & WHERE: Wednesday, February 2, 2022 ALL HealthLinc locations WHAT: HealthLinc will be closing all sites by 12:00 p.m. today, local time, or earlier depending on the state guidelines regarding travel https://www.in.gov/dhs/traveladvisory/. If a county goes to...
Pap Screenings: Answering Frequently Asked Questions
A Pap screening, also called a Pap smear, is a screening used to check for abnormalities in a woman’s cervix (the opening of the uterus). Abnormalities in the cells are most often caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). HPV is the most common sexually transmitted...
COVID-19 Booster Q&A
Who can get the COVID-19 booster? Right now, everyone 18 years and older is eligible to get the COVID-19 booster shot. HealthLinc recommends everyone get a booster, as COVID-19 cases are on the rise. When can I get the booster? For people who got the J&J COVID-19...
Tips for Managing Type 2 Diabetes During the Holidays
The holiday season is a time of celebration. It is also a time of savory meals and sweets. While it is okay to treat yourself during this time, those with type 2 diabetes should be mindful of their meals. The holidays don’t need to be stressful, though. Stay in...
HealthLinc Providing Pediatric COVID-19 Vaccinations to Children Ages 5-11
Valparaiso, IN — HealthLinc has started providing COVID-19 vaccinations to children ages 5-11. Earlier this month, the Center for Disease Control (CDC) granted approval of the Pfizer pediatric COVID-19 vaccine. The vaccine is one-third of the dose given to...
HealthLinc Family Nurse Practitioner Residency Program Receives Accreditation from the National Nurse Practitioner Residency & Fellowship Training Consortium
Valparaiso, IN – the HealthLinc Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) Residency Program, sponsored by HealthLinc and headquartered in Valparaiso, Indiana has been granted three years of accreditation by the National Nurse Practitioner Residency & Fellowship Training...
