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Mystery solved: Surgeon diagnoses, treats icy injury
Kim Peters is one in a million. That is how many people the federal Centers for Disease Control estimates are injured each year as the result of falling on ice and snow. On an icy day and with her hands full, including the leash of her puppy, Kim slipped and fell down three stairs.
Woman finds the cure for fear in the face of a life-threatening emergency
Nancy Kurpaitis awoke from a sound sleep at 1 am Monday, November 4, 2024, feeling sicker than she had in 71 years of life. The wave of symptoms included feeling faint, extremely warm, short of breath and with her heart racing.
Blessing Health team earns national recognition
A specialized Blessing Health team that provides life-changing care to children has earned a prestigious national recognition.
Bond between cancer survivor and care team grows stronger with time
There was a time not so long ago when Darla Hobson avoided healthcare. Now, she never misses an appointment thanks to the cancer team at Illini Community Hospital’s Casteel Center.
Helping children develop heart healthy habits
One of the best ways to put a dent in the staggering statistics that surround heart disease is to increase the focus on prevention. Developing heart healthy habits at a young age is key to changing the tide when it comes to this life-and-death issue.
Integrated Care: Mom finds life-saving help in a crisis
Seeking and receiving behavioral health care is as important as physical healthcare. Our Integrated Care team members provide short-term therapy support to patients working through various conditions.
Couple finds energy and pain relief at Illini Fitness
The United States Army used a slogan several years ago, “We do more before 9 am than most people do all day.” That sentence could have described Charles Kelly’s life before Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) took over.
BHS Sponsorship Request Form
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New technology brings advanced accuracy to treatment of a common and growing pain
Blessing Health orthopedic surgeon Dr. Darr Leutz is using new technology to replace worn out knees. He is very excited about the results it is delivering for his patients.
Knitted Knockers offer comfort, support
Mastectomy Aftermath: Volunteers help to produce crocheted prosthesis, which takes shape and feel of real breast.