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Advice from a stage 3 breast cancer survivor

Joyce Mayfield began breast cancer treatment in January. At that time, Blessing Health surgeon Emmanuel Bessay offered her some advice.

Teresa Adams House Garden Party

Join us for the Teresa Adams House Garden Party on Thursday, June 4!This year's event is at Frese Ornamental Nursery, located 3100 N 18th Street in  Quincy. We'll have appetizers, tasting samples and live music performed by Liz Bentley. Tickets…

Data Analyst Jennifer Seals to retire after 24-year Blessing career

Jennifer Seals, MBA, data analyst, Health Information Management department, Blessing Health System, retires on March 20 after 24 years of service.

Man’s family history catches up with him

Canfield to assume leadership of Blessing Health

Brian Canfield, MHA, MBA, MA, FACHE will become President/Chief Executive Officer, Blessing Health, upon the October 6, 2023 retirement of Maureen Kahn.

What should a prostate cancer screening include and when should screening begin?

Some providers do a blood test called a Prostate Specific Antigen test only (PSA). If a man’s PSA level trends up over time, it could be an indication of prostate cancer. Other providers order a PSA test and conduct a digital rectal exam (DRE). Blessing Health board-certified urologist William Severino, feels both tests deliver the most complete picture.

Surgeon and internal medicine specialist join Blessing Health

Dr. Lawrence Volz and Dr. John Leiner have joined Blessing Health

Child and Adolescent Inpatient Behavioral Health

Having a child in crisis can feel overwhelming and confusing. We have the resources to help you, including the only child and adolescent inpatient care facility within 100 miles of Quincy. Child and Adolescent Inpatient Behavioral Health …

Faith in God and trust in Blessing Hospital brings COVID-19 patient home

The Ottens say a deep religious faith and the skill and positive attitude of everyone at Blessing Hospital brought Bob home.

Advance Directives

What is an advance directive? It is a document that you complete to be used in a situation when you can’t speak for yourself and make your own decisions regarding the healthcare you want.  An Advance Directive can do two things: (1) name…