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Blessing Hospital recognized nationally for patient safety
An independent national healthcare organization has given Blessing Hospital its top grade for patient safety. The Leapfrog Group gave the hospital a grade “A” for the fall 2024 national survey period. Blessing was among fewer than 30% of hospitals nationwide and one of only 32 hospitals in Illinois to receive the top grade.
Woman’s life-long dream becomes a family affair
Blessing Hospital celebrates its 150th anniversary during 2025. This is the third in a series of stories celebrating the anniversary through generations of care, compassion and community as told by family members working at Blessing.
Blessing participates in new cancer treatment trial
The Blessing Cancer Center has been selected as one of 51 study locations worldwide participating in a new metastatic breast cancer clinical trial. Metastatic cancer has traveled to other parts of the body from its site of origination. It is estimated that 20-30 percent of all breast cancer cases will become metastatic. The clinical trial is studying the effectiveness, safety and tolerability of a first-of-its-kind medication, Enobosarm.
Blessing Hospital earns fifth straight top safety score
For the fifth consecutive survey period, an independent national healthcare watchdog organization has given Blessing Hospital a grade of “A” for patient safety.
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New treatment available locally for depression
As many as 40% of people with depression can find no relief for their condition.
Blessing Hospital earns spot on national “top hospitals” list
Blessing Hospital is among the healthcare providers named to the recently-issued list of Forbes Top Hospitals 2026, was one of only 235 hospitals to receive the maximum 5-star rating and the only Tri-State area hospital to make the list.
Blessing Hospital retains Primary Stroke Center status
Blessing Hospital has been recertified as a nationally-recognized Primary Stroke Center. The recertification affirms the hospital’s readiness and ability to provide the highest quality stroke-related healthcare, which includes diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation and education.
RNs Earn "Who's Your Angel?" Recognition
Three registered nurses from 5 Medical received a Who’s Your Angel nomination from patient Audra Allensworth. The Blessing Foundation presented the Who’s Your Angel awards on April 12.