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Pittsfield man finds surgeon’s skill and words get to the heart of his problem
Jayson Heavner enjoys living life behind the controls of a massive piece of earth-moving equipment. That’s the place where he is in charge. It’s a completely different story when Jayson is flat on his back in a hospital bed.
People needing partial knee replacement have new option at Blessing Hospital
People needing a partial knee replacement have a new option to feel better faster with new technology at Blessing Hospital.
Efforts of Risk Management staffer recognized with Honey Bee award
Justin McDermott, risk management and patient relations specialist, received the 76th Honey Bee award during a presentation on January 30. The Blessing Honey Bee award recognizes the exceptional service provided by support staff.
Medical Home
What is a Medical Home?
A “medical home” is a medical office or clinic where a team of health professionals work together to provide a new, expanded type of care to patients, focusing on prevention and wellness. Having a medical home feels like…
Hospice Nurse Practitioner receives Who's Your Angel Award
Brenda Blickhan, Hospice, Nurse Practitioner, received a Who’s Your Angel nomination from the Norman ‘Baldy’ Arnold family. The Blessing Foundation presented the Who’s Your Angel award on June 17.
Blessing Early Learning Center director retires
Thank goodness an encounter during college did not change the course of Joleen Patton’s career and life.
Loving Cal: Celebrating Autism Awareness
April 2 is World Autism Awareness Day. Awareness for Leslie Werries and her husband, Blessing orthopedic and sports medicine surgeon Dr. Barry Werries, came more than 20 years ago with the birth of their youngest son, Cal. The following is a glimpse into their life with autism.
With the ribbon cut, Teresa Adams House to open soon
The money has been raised, construction completed and the ceremonial ribbon was cut on December 6.
Medical mystery ends with good news for Hannibal man
David Griffith was enjoying retirement. He exercised regularly, maintained a healthy diet and never had to take a prescription medication in his life.
Ladies: Here is why your health needs to be on the ‘front burner’ in your life
This is how Amy Henson’s wife, Jillian, describes her, “Someone who is fiercely loyal, who has a ginormous (sic) heart and is willing to care about others.” That passion and compassion caused Amy to put some important personal needs on hold recently. Over a short period of time Jillian’s mother became ill and passed away, Amy started a new job as a licensed clinical social worker with Blessing Health, and Jillian was diagnosed with and treated for breast cancer.