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Donate Life - Mary's Story
Donate Life - Mary King's Story
My first transplant was 34 years ago November 8, 1988. I was 25 years old with an 8 year old, a husband, and my kidneys were failing. All my brothers and sisters were tested; only one was a perfect match, my…
Area patients help Blessing shape the future of rural healthcare
“When I am in the hospital, they put you in a room where you can’t open a window and you can’t get any fresh air,” she said. “I just can’t hardly stand it.”
Donate Life - Darshell's Story
Donate Life - Darshell McGinley's Story
At a very young age, my mom was diagnosed with a rare disorder called Goodpasture Syndrome. Goodpasture Syndrome is an autoimmune disorder in which your body makes antibodies that attack the kidneys…
Blessing Breast Center nurse earns national certification
Jessica Nuebel, MSN, RN, breast center navigator, Blessing Breast Center, has earned Breast Health Clinical Navigator status after meeting the requirements of the National Consortium of Breast Centers.
Blessing nurse educator retires
Helen Zimmerman, BSN, RN, NPD-BC, Nursing Professional Development, Blessing Hospital, retired on July 1 after 29 years of service.
One nurse’s journey to the bedside: “I wish I would have done it earlier”
Bev Armstrong’s path to a nursing career began late in life, with the arrival of her granddaughter. Born in Keokuk, Iowa, with a hematoma, the baby was transferred to the neonatal intensive care unit in Iowa City.
Visiting Restrictions Instituted At Blessing Hospital Due To Flu
With the increase of flu cases in the region, Blessing Hospital is instituting visiting restriction for the benefit of its patients and the general public.
Creativity, courage, and a family’s journey through cancer
Creativity is at the heart of Marla Yates’ family. That creativity became an anchor as Marla navigated cancer twice with the help of her Blessing Health System care team.