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Woman battles sepsis twice and wins

Kayla Sargent’s life was going great in 2009. She was a new registered nurse and a new mom. Then, she had gallbladder surgery.

Two women’s search for pain relief lead them to the same place

Arlis was pulling weeds on the family farm when she tripped on the edge of some landscaping blocks, landing on her back on one of the blocks. This began her journey that would lead her to the Spine Center.

Heart Fluttering? There is a Cure for That!

For six years, Maria Baker, a Blessing Health System administrative secretary, lived with the feeling of a fluttering heart, but not knowing why.

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.  

Pharmacy tech earns Honey Bee award

Kelsey Steffen, lead pharmacy tech II, retail pharmacy, earned the 71st Honey Bee award during a presentation on August 26. The Blessing Hospital Honey Bee award recognizes the exceptional service provided by support staff.

Tamara Scott, RN, received Who's Your Angel Award

Tamara Scott, Care Coordination, RN Inpatient Clinical Care Coordinator, received a Who’s Your Angel nomination from fellow Blessing Hospital employee Carrie Altobelli, Critical Care/PCU, RN. The Blessing Foundation presented the Who’s Your Angel award on June 3.

Area patients receiving letters from insurance plans in error

Some area residents who see Blessing Health providers for their healthcare are receiving letters from their insurance plans stating that their provider is out-of-network. Those letters are being sent in error.

Long-time Blessing Hospital surgical nurse and leader to retire

Ellen Halfpap, BSN, RN, CPAN, NE-BC, Director, Surgical Services, Blessing Hospital, retired after 45 years of service on September 5, 2023.

Human Papillomavirus (HPV)

What is the HPV vaccine? The Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine helps prevent HPV infections and those types of cancers. HPV can cause cervical, oropharynx, anal and other types of cancers. HPV Facts 43 million HPV infections occur…