December 2012 Learn how to be a savvy shopper and a super saver. Tips for eating healthy this holiday season. A little exercise goes a long way.  

No one wants to be grumpy especially during the holiday season. Below are some helpful tips to help you through the cold and keep you safe and cozy. Stay warm. Cold temperatures can cause serious health problems, especially in infants and older adults. Stay dry, and dress warmly in several layers of loose-fitting, tightly woven [...]

Cardiovascular diseases, including stroke, are the number-one killer of both men and women in the United States.  During the months of December and January, Allegan General Hospital will be offering free heart and stroke screenings as part of its HeartCaring program.  “The number one way for people to stop cardiovascular disease is prevention,” said Jennifer [...]

This free screening includes cholesterol, weight, waist measurement, blood pressure, blood sugar and stroke assessment in partnership with Borgess.  Fasting is not required. Dates/Times: Thursday, March 21, 2013 – 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Location: (unless otherwise noted) Allegan General Hospital – Jenner Building 545 Jenner Drive, Suite 1 Allegan, MI 49010 Admission: Free. Appointments [...]

Judy Bohl Judy was nominated by:  Anne Bohl Judy’s strong faith is what inspires her to make her community and world a better place. She believes all of the projects she and her husband Jerry have gotten involved in over the years are gifts from God. They were never something that they specifically sought out, [...]

Andrea Mack Andrea was nominated by: Julie McKeever and Shannon McVoy Andrea Mack has been a band director for almost 20 years, although she actually went to Michigan State University with the idea of becoming a Civil Engineer. That changed as she started teaching at area band camps and absolutely fell in love with it. [...]

Kathryn Lugten Kathryn was nominated for this award by:  Laura Jousman Kathryn Lugten would rather help someone else than take time for herself. Unlike most 17 year olds, she thinks of volunteering as fun and not boring. Her passion for volunteer was something she got from her mom Laura, who she calls the perfect role [...]

Saturday evening, Allegan General Hospital and the AGH Foundation recognized three amazing women with its Spirit of Women Awards. “The Spirit of Women Awards was designed to celebrate the accomplishments, achievements, and “spirit” of girls and women in our region,” says Jennifer Dentler, AGH Spirit of Women Coordinator. “It’s an awards program for the unsung [...]

    November 2012 Discover when eating disorders typicall start. Learn the behavioral and emotional side of eating disorders. Factors that can lead to the development of an eating disorder.