How Breast Cancer Has Changed: Oncoplastic Breast Surgery

Dr. Patricia Clark, general surgeon, will present a free program on Oncoplastic Surgery & Update of Current Developments in Surgery for Breast Cancer at 6:30 p.m. May 13.

Man Convicted of Threatening SA Glasgow Unfit to Face Fresh Charges

Jason Chance, who served time in prison for threatening Will County State's Attorney James Glasgow, was found unfit to answer new allegations of threatening Silver Cross Hospital and other officials.

A downstate man already convicted of threatening Will County State's Attorney James Glasgow on Facebook was found unfit to face new charges of menacing public officials. Jason Chance, 40, was returned to jail after a Monday morning court hearing but will be transferred to a facility run by the Illinois Department of Human Services. Chance has already taken a two-year prison sentence for making threats against Glasgow in 2010. According to a criminal complaint, Chance made a Facebook post "containing a threat to rape and kill James Glasgow." Chance was also charged with "cyberstalking" Glasgow. On top of the prison sentence, Chance was also hit with 30 months of probation with special conditions. Chance allegedly violated that probation by …

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Free Stroke Symposium for Physicians, Nurses & Paramedics

The Silver Cross Neuroscience Institute will host a free Stroke from the Heart program on Saturday, May 4, 2013 for physicians, physician assistants, nurses, paramedics and allied health professionals.

L-W High School Seniors Participate in Intern Program at Silver Cross

Lincoln-Way East students donate funds at Silver Cross Hospital.

Advanced Endoscopy Conference for Nurses

Silver Cross Hospital will host a free program April 20 for nurses, associates and technicians.

Advisory Board Gives Van to Silver Cross Hospital

For 52 years the Advisory Board has raised funds for Silver Cross Hospital by operating a resale shop called the Encore Shop.

The Advisory Board recently gave Silver Cross Hospital a new van to serve as a courtesy vehicle to transport patients and their guests from the parking lots to the Hospital entrances. For 52 years the Advisory Board has raised funds for Silver Cross Hospital by operating a resale shop called the Encore Shop. The Encore Shop is located in the Hershman Building, 1301 Copperfield Ave., Joliet—on the former Silver Cross Hospital campus.  A sponsored article by Silver Cross Hospital. The newly expanded store is open Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays and the first Saturday of the month from at 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.  If you’re looking to donate gently used seasonal decorations, adult and children’s clothing, household items, or books the Silver Cross …

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Silver Cross Hospital Welcomes 7 New Doctors

Physicians on Silver Cross Hospital’s Medical Staff provide care to patients in the southwest suburbs.

Colorectal Cancer Screening: A Life-Saving Choice for Women

During the month of March, Silver Cross Hospital is offering free colon cancer screening kits.

Many consider it a man’s disease. Yet half of those diagnosed with colorectal cancer each year are women. And about half of those women will die from it.  This cancer is highly curable if caught at an early stage. Even better, certain preventative measures can reduce risk from the disease in the first place. “Ninety percent of colorectal cancer cases can be cured when found and treated at an early stage, so regular screenings are important,” said Riten Sheth, M.D., gastroenterologist on staff at Silver Cross Hospital. Risk Increases with Age The majority of colon cancer cases begin as small benign growths—called polyps—that can become cancerous over time. Polyps may appear in either the colon or the rectum, both of which are part of the …

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Job Hunters: Silver Cross, Presence Health and Rasmussen are Hiring

Looking for a job in the surrounding area? The Lincoln-Way Patch communities are at your service.

Looking for a job in the area? The Lincoln-Way Patch Communities are at your service. It's no secret that times are tough. We're keeping our eyes peeled for local employment opportunities. If you're unemployed, looking for a supplementary income or in need of summer work, maybe this week's picks are for you. New Lenox Silver Cross Hospital, 1900 Silver Cross Blvd., 815-300-1100, is hiring multiple positions, including those listed. Apply here. Lincoln-Way High School District 210, 1801 Lincoln Highway, 815-462-2100, is hiring multiple positions. Begin the application process here. Kathy Miller State Farm Insurance Agency, 201 W. Maple St., 815-485-4414, is hiring a customer service representative. Wheelchair Sales & Service, Inc., 14001 W…

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UPDATE: No Formal Possession Charges in Heroin Overdose Traffic Stop Case

Michael Matela was booked into Will County Jail pending several formal possession charges, none of which were filed, after a police traffic stop turned into a medical emergency.

Updated: 3:52 p.m. Thursday The Will County State's Attorney on Jan. 7 declined to file formal possession charges against Michael S. Matela, of Frankfort, after Mokena police performed a traffic stop on the car he was driving and discovered a man suffering from a heroin overdose in the car’s passenger seat. Formal charges for improper lane usage were filed against Matela. Matela was booked into Will County Jail on Jan. 4, pending formal charges for possession of a controlled substance, cannabis possession and paraphernalia possession.  He appeared in Will County Circuit Court on Jan. 17, where he received a sentence of $185 in fines and three months supervision for improper traffic lane use. --- A Frankfort man faces felony drug charges …

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Fed Up Citizen

6:21 pm on Friday, April 26, 2013

you really dont know him! If you did you wouldnt call him a sweetheart   more ›