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Free program for Parkinson’s patients, caregivers
There is presently no cure for the estimated one million people in the United States with Parkinson’s disease. There are, however, treatment options and those will be discussed during a free program hosted by Blessing Health System at two different times on Saturday, November 18.
Types and Causes of Strokes
Types of Strokes
There are several types of strokes:
Ischemic stroke, which occurs when a clot blocks blood flow to the brain. This is the most common type of stroke.
Hemorrhagic stroke, which happens when an artery in the brain leaks…
Air Evac Membership
An Air Evac membership offers you the security of knowing you or your loved one, in a life- or limb-threatening emergency, will have quality on-the-scene medical care, the quickest means to the hospital, and transfer from hospital to hospital when…
Who's Your Angel Award - Dr. Pam Friye
CAREGIVER APPRECIATION: Dr. Pam Friye
“Dr. Friye is an amazing physician. She made me feel so valued, heard and cared for as a patient, even with all the craziness of COVID-19. She was extremely patient, kind and knowledgeable throughout the entire…
Benefit for new mothers raises $4,000
People attending the inaugural Birth Trauma Awareness Dinner on July 22 to benefit local women raised $4,000.
Recent nursing school graduate earns Honey Bee award
Bridget O’Bryan, RN, became the hospital’s 25th Honey Bee Award winner during a surprise presentation on September 29, 2020. Bridget received the award for care she delivered when working as a CNA, before passing her NCLEX and becoming an RN.
New Mazor X system pre-plans and assists spine surgery
Spinal surgery at Blessing Hospital has reached a new level of precision with the addition of the Mazor X™ robotic guidance platform.
150 Years - Historical Articles About Blessing Hospital
The Historical Society of Quincy and Adams County crafted several articles about Blessing Hospital's history for the Quincy Herald-Whig. Click on any of the links or images below to view those stories.September 16, 2016 - "Daughter followed mom as…