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Congenital Nevi

Congenital Nevi Present at birth or soon after, congenital nevi are dark, noncancerous skin patches on the body. They can appear anywhere but are typically found on the…

Next to Home Recovery

Illini's Next to Home Recovery program is designed to bridge the gap between the hospital and home. This extended care program provides the additional time to rebuild strength and recover following an acute illness or surgery. Today's reduced…

Cancer Center

We understand that a cancer diagnosis can be frightening. It’s reassuring to know that we provide a complete range of advanced cancer treatment options and support for you and your loved ones close to home. Cancer Center …

Blessing Hospital earns national four-star rating

The care and service provided by Blessing Hospital earned an annual overall rating of four out of five stars among the 4,000 Medicare-certified hospitals in the country. The federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) released the rating through its “Hospital Compare” program.

Blessing Hospital recognized nationally for patient safety

An independent national healthcare organization has given Blessing Hospital its top grade for patient safety. The Leapfrog Group gave the hospital a grade “A” for the fall 2024 national survey period. Blessing was among fewer than 30% of hospitals nationwide and one of only 32 hospitals in Illinois to receive the top grade.

Calling all families: Ride Cool 2025 is May 31

Youngsters are invited to bring their bike, and their families, to Blessing Health Hannibal’s annual Ride Cool event to increase their bicycle riding safety knowledge and skill.

Blessing Hospital 150th Anniversary

A History of Care, Compassion and Community Blessing Hospital traces its roots to 1873 and a group called “The Charitable Aid and Hospital Association.” Members…

Long time Hannibal area surgeon and community leader retires

Michael Bukstein, MD, FACS, surgeon and physician executive director, Blessing Health Hannibal, retires on July 1 after 48 years of service.

Woman’s persistence, surgeon’s skill make a wish come true

Sherri Johnson had one request for Blessing Health neurosurgeon, Dr. John Olson, during her first appointment with him.

Cancer specialist joins Illini Community Hospital medical staff

Board certified medical oncologist Osvaldo Wesly, MD, will begin treating cancer patients at Illini Community Hospital on August 1, providing care with Sherrie White, APRN-AGNP, nurse practitioner.