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News Releases August 5, 2020

When is it time?

Aching joints can seem to be a natural progression in aging, but how do you know when it’s time to do something about it? Philip Ludkowski, M.D., Chief of Orthopedics at NCH, recently talked to us about total joint replacements.

News Releases August 5, 2020

Colonoscopies: Ultimate “adulting”

No one is excited to get a colonoscopy. But it is one of those necessary health screenings all adults over 45 should schedule regularly, on the advice of their doctor. A routine colonoscopy could absolutely save your life.

News Releases August 5, 2020

What do we know about breast feeding?

August is National Breast Feeding Month. In this first part of a two-part series, we spoke with lactation consultants from NCH to get answers to our questions about breast feeding.

News Releases July 29, 2020

High Risk Breast Clinic opens at Northwest Community Healthcare

Women from the northwest suburbs living at elevated risk for breast cancer now have access to a hub of prevention and treatment resources at Northwest Community Healthcare (NCH). Earlier this week, NCH opened a High Risk Breast Clinic that uses the latest technology and evidence-based medicine to evaluate patients’ personal and family history.

Fitness and Nutrition July 22, 2020

Healthy eats for your next road trip

Are you planning a road trip this summer? Today, more people than ever are driving to their vacation destinations. Whether your trip is across the country or just across the county, don’t let healthy eating fly out the window! With a little planning, you can provide your family with foods that will maintain health and provide energy to enjoy exploring the road ahead.

News Releases July 22, 2020

Happy World Hepatitis Day?

There are more than 100 health awareness holidays―some are recognized on a day, some span over a week and some take a whole month. Health holidays don’t only exist to raise awareness about the hundreds of illnesses and health issues people live with every day, but also to celebrate the doctors and nurses working tirelessly to find a cure and improve our health.

News Releases July 22, 2020

Parents ask their COVID-19 questions

Part II of our Back to School series Parents of school-aged children have a lot on their mind as the start of the academic year approaches. Every new school year is full of promise and uncertainty as kids fill their backpacks with school supplies, get their school physicals and try on their new school clothes. […]

News Releases July 22, 2020

NCH Medical Group acquires Schaumburg medical practice

Northwest Community Healthcare (NCH) Medical Group today announced the purchase of Northwest Internal Medicine Group LLC (455 S. Roselle Road, Suite 226, Schaumburg). Internal medicine physicians Todd Leverentz, M.D., Gloria Mroz, M.D. and Janusz Srodulski, M.D. have been in practice together since 1983 after they completed residency together at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital. “The physicians […]

News Releases July 8, 2020

NCH and NorthShore announce agreement to strengthen community-focused care

We are very excited to share our intention to align NCH with NorthShore University HealthSystem (NorthShore) and to establish NCH as a regional, community-focused healthcare hub for NorthShore across the northwest suburbs.

Fitness and Nutrition July 8, 2020

Tackling weight gain from COVID-19 quarantine: Nutrition makeover

Rosemary Weaver, MPH, RDN, LDN, NCH Wellness Center Dietitian, serves up seven dietary strategies to help you start trending down to a healthier weight.