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Marion Health Offers Hands-On Experience with Robotic-Assisted Surgery Technology During General Motors Event
Marion Health officials are inviting the public to experience the future of healthcare on Friday, July 31, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the General Motors Marion Plant located at 2400 West 2nd Street. This is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to explore the technology behind today’s advanced robotic-assisted surgery with Intuitive’s Thoracic Oncology Mobile Experience. Attendees can discover how innovative tools are helping surgeons provide more precise, minimally invasive options for patients, and even try the
Carey Services Receives $400,000 Grant from WindSwell Foundation to Advance Next Generation Campus
Carey Services is proud to announce it has been awarded a $400,000 grant from the WindSwell Foundation to support Phase 1 of its Next Generation Campus project, a transformational effort to renovate Building C into inclusive, purpose-driven spaces for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The award includes $375,000 for construction and $25,000 for consulting support, helping ensure that both the physical environment and the services delivered within it reflect best practices in
Francine's Friends Mobile Mammography Event
Affordable Housing Corporation is excited to be partnering with Parkview Health for an important event here in Grant County! In just one month, on Thursday, August 20, the Francine's Friends Mobile Mammography bus will be on-site providing mammograms to our community. The bus will be located in front of our office at 812 S. Washington Street, and we'd love for you to be part of the day.To celebrate, we'll be transforming our back parking lot into a community event featuring food, drinks, games, prizes,
Marion Health to Hold Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony and Open House at New Family Medicine Residency Clinic Location
Marion, IN – Marion Health officials will hold a red-carpet event, ribbon-cutting ceremony, and open house at the new location of the of the Family Medicine Residency Clinic located at 1411 W. Bella Drive on Tuesday, July 21, at 12:15 p.m. The new location allows for the expansion of the clinic to accommodate these incoming 1st year Family Medicine Residents representing the class of 2029. The celebration is open to the public, and attendees will be able to meet the new providers during the red-carpet
Local Photography Sought to Create a Welcoming Community-Centered Parkview Marion
MARION, Ind. – July 14, 2026 – As construction of Parkview Marion continues, hospital leadership is inviting local artists to be part of its legacy. Community members are encouraged to submit photographic work that adds colorful local touches to the facility’s décor ahead of its opening to the public. “We want Parkview Marion to look, feel like and truly reflect the community it serves,” said Deb Potempa, market president, Parkview Health South. “What better way to do that than by showcasing work from
Nursing, Microbiology Professors Offer Tick Bite Prevention Tips
KOKOMO, Ind. — Don’t let ticks take a bite out of your summer. With the Centers for Disease control reporting that tick bites in the Midwest nearly doubled over the past year, Indiana University Kokomo experts explain what’s driving the increase, how to prevent tick bites, and what to do if you’re bitten. Angela Opsahl, dean of the School of Nursing and Allied Health Professions (SNAHP) and Christian Chauret, professor of microbiology, agreed finding a tick on your body is not a reason to go to the
Gilead Ministries to Host Annual Celebration Golf Scramble on August 14
Support local cancer patients and their families while enjoying a day on the golf course at the Gilead Ministries Celebration Golf Scramble on Friday, August 14, 2026, at Arbor Trace Golf Club in Marion. The event features two flights at 7:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., with BBQ ribs lunch included for participants. Golfers can register for $50 per player ($200 per team) through July 31. Beginning August 1, registration increases to $75 per player. Golfers also have the option to play both flights for
Marion Health Offers Low-Cost Lung Cancer Screenings
First 10 people to sign up are FREE! After that, lung screenings will be offered at a reduced price of $50. A Lung Screening is recommended if... • Adults 50-77 • 20 pack-year smoking history • Current smoker or have quit within the last 15 years. • Must be asymptomaticEarly detection can save your life. Lung Cancer is the #1 cancer killer in the United States. More people die from lung cancer than from breast, colon, pancreas, and prostate cancer combined. The early-stage survival rate is
Marion Family Medicine Residency Clinic Moves to West Bella Drive
Marion Health announces the relocation of the Family Medicine Residency Clinic effective July 1, 2026. This relocation allows for the expansion of the clinic to accommodate the incoming 1st year Family Medicine Residents, representing the class of 2029. Marion Health welcomes the community to meet the new providers during a red-carpet event on July 21st at 12:15 pm. Along with this introduction to the new Residents, Marion Health invites the community to a ribbon-cutting ceremony and open house of the new
Radiant Health Receives $10,000 Grant to Strengthen Stepping Stone Program
Radiant Health has been awarded a $10,000 grant from the Community Foundation of Grant County to support improvements at Stepping Stone, a vital residential program providing behavioral health services in the community. The funding, awarded May 15, 2026, will be used to enhance safe, dignified living environments for individuals receiving care through Stepping Stone. This investment reflects a shared commitment to strengthening mental health services and ensuring that individuals in recovery have access
City Awarded $750K to Launch One Marion, GIANT Care Behavioral Health Intervention Program
The City of Marion has been awarded a $750,000 grant from the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute (ICJI) to implement the One Marion, GIANT Care Behavioral Health Intervention Program, an innovative initiative designed to support youth experiencing behavioral health challenges and reduce involvement in the juvenile justice system. The One Marion, GIANT Care program will provide early intervention, behavioral health screening, assessment, coordinated care, and
The Minority Health Coalition of Grant County, Inc. Presents Juneteenth Health Fair
The Minority Health Coalition of Grant County, Inc. is pleased to invite you to participate in our upcoming Juneteenth Health Fair on Friday, June 19, 2025, from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Clarence Faulkner Community Center. Since June 1995, the Minority Health Coalition has remained committed to eliminating health disparities through education, advocacy, and leadership. For many years, our organization has proudly served the community through outreach activities including health intervention