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How a visit to the Blessing Express Clinic can make you smile

A doctor named William Osler was credited with having come up with the idea, a long time ago, that there was art and science involved in medicine – meaning that helping someone heal is about knowledge and skill, but also compassion and relationships.

November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month: Are you eligible for screening?

Lung cancer is the second most common cancer in both men and women in the United States and the leading cause of cancer-related deaths. Many people are unaware they have lung cancer until it has reached an advanced stage, making it more difficult to treat and reducing the survival rate.

NEW GRADUATE NURSE (RN) MAY 2023 GRADUATES - BLESSING HOSPITAL NURSING

Are you a nursing student who will be graduating in May of 2023 ? WE WANT YOU! Positions are available in various departments ! Apply today and a Recruiter will call you to discuss your career plans!! Many RN Positions are eligible for up to $25,000…

Blessing Career Care Program

“My managers have told me I have grown so much,” said Diana Weatherford, BSN, RN, Open Heart Surgery and Career Care participant (pictured above). The goal of Career Care is to continue to promote high-quality nursing care by providing…

A sister’s advice leads to shocking discovery

It’s probably pneumonia. Maybe it’s COVID? Those were the thoughts running through the mind of 28-year old Patrick Smith as he drove through a dark winter’s night from his home in Hannibal to the Blessing Hospital Emergency Center.

Man learns – and feels – how much knee replacement has improved

Daniel Wert has had both knees replaced. While the procedures took place several years apart, the difference in his experiences is best described as night and day.

Daylight Saving Time means it’s time to check AEDs

Clocks spring forward an hour Sunday, March 8. As Daylight Saving Time arrives, people are encouraged to check batteries in their smoke detectors. In addition, it’s important for those responsible for Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) in publicly used buildings including businesses and stores, schools, clinics and churches, to check those potentially life-saving devices.

Donor Recognition

We truly appreciate generous donations from the community. That’s one reason Blessing Foundation does not charge fees for overseeing, processing or disbursing your donation. Appreciation: the Blessing Foundation Difference Your donation supports…

Get The Facts

Let's Protect Our Mission and Our Future, Working TogetherThis site provides important facts and information about unionization and collective bargaining for Blessing Hospital employees and other stakeholders. Get The FactsKnow Your…

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.