Archive for category: Health

/ May 6, 2012 11:27 am

Noblesville Schools’ Wellness Extravaganza

Noblesville Schools hosted its third annual Wellness Extravaganza April 19 at Noblesville High School’s Main Campus, 18111 Cumberland Rd. This free event offered families an opportunity to learn about the many different physical activities for adults and children available in the community, sample healthy snacks, speak with local community wellness/recreation providers, receive summer camp information, win door prizes and more. [...]

/ May 6, 2012 11:10 am

Benefits of annual ‘well-woman’ exams

It’s become increasingly common for women to put their own health care needs aside while caring for children, working or engaging in other activities. At every age, women should schedule an annual “well-woman” exam that includes preventive health care and guidance on diet, exercise, safety and contraception (for premenopausal women). Regarding prevention, women often have questions or concerns about breast [...]

/ May 6, 2012 11:09 am

Parks Dept. debuts new fitness class for adults

The Noblesville Parks Dept. is offering a new program for adults who are ready to start exercising and becoming healthier. Beginning Boot Camp Lite will be a twice-weekly class on Tuesdays and Thursdays at Forest Park, 701 Cicero Rd. It will combine simple muscle toning and cardio exercises in a supportive environment. Organizers said this will be an excellent class [...]

/ April 24, 2012 3:32 am

Run, walk or roll at Dash for Disabilities

The 2012 Dash for Disabilities, an annual event that benefits The Way Community, a free daytime-activities program for adults in central Indiana with disabilities, will be held May 19 at Red Bridge Park, 697 W. Jackson St., Cicero. Event registration will be on the outside of the Community Building beginning at 8 a.m.; the 5K Timed Run begins at 9 [...]

/ April 24, 2012 3:26 am

Allergy sufferers may benefit from functional rhinoplasty

The warmer weather this spring has many benefits – unless you suffer from allergies. Many people who have trouble breathing through their nose, which often worsens during allergy season, may find some permanent relief through “functional rhinoplasty” – or nasal valve repair. This common procedure is particularly effective for people with conditions such as a deviated septum, self-collapsing nose or [...]

/ April 17, 2012 4:00 am

Helpful tips to protect skin outside

As we head outdoors to enjoy the warm spring weather, now is the perfect time to review the best ways to protect your skin from sun damage. It’s important to wear a sunscreen with a sun protection factor of 30 or more when exposed to the sun for an extended period. Sunscreens with zinc oxide or titanium dioxide provide the [...]

/ April 3, 2012 3:00 am

Osteoporosis: Is your therapy helping?

It is estimated 44 million Americans have reduced bone density. In 2005, 10 million Americans were affected by osteoporosis, increasing to about 17 million in 2010. Approximately 80 percent of those affected are women. Data on vitamin D deficiency is at epidemic proportions, hitting 60 to 70 percent of most persons in the U.S., and hitting up to 90-plus percent [...]

/ March 20, 2012 3:00 am

Implants, lasers and peels

Q: I had a breast reduction done when I was a teenager (now age 30)and now, if you can believe it, I’m thinking about getting breast implants. I am a 34B and was thinking of getting 350cc silicone gel implants if this will not make me too big. My main concern is am I more likely to have something go wrong. [...]

/ March 13, 2012 3:00 am

Dr. Norman Mindrebo joins Riverview Medical Group

Riverview Hospital announced Dr. Norman Mindrebo has joined Riverview Medical Group. Mindrebo is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and is board certified in both orthopaedic surgery and sports medicine. He is a graduate of Wheaton College and completed his master’s degree in neuromuscular physiology at Villanova University. Mindrebo received his medical degree from the Temple University [...]

/ March 7, 2012 2:58 am

Taking control of your diabetes

On Saturday, join Riverview Medical Group Diabetes Education and Dr. H. N. Nagaraja of Riverview Diabetes and Endocrinology for a very special morning filled with motivation and education for those with diabetes and their families. Learn from an actual patient as they share their personal story about controlling their diabetes and how it was a life changing experience. Visit the [...]