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Registration open for no-cost diabetes screening
Registration is now open for a no-cost A1C blood test screening for diabetes on Thursday, November 2, hosted by Blessing Health. The screening takes place by appointment only,
Appointments now available for no-cost health screening on March 12
Reservations are now being taken for a no-cost cholesterol screening that will take place on Tuesday, March 12, hosted by Illini Community Hospital.
Women's Health Screenings
As a woman, you have a lot on your plate. Often putting work, family, friends, volunteering and other obligations ahead of your own health. Take time to get the health screenings you need and have a relationship with a primary care provider so that you are able to be there for everyone that relies on you.
Sept. 17 Is World Patient Safety Day
September 17 is recognized as World Patient Safety Day.
Blessing Hospital Cardiovascular Rehabilitation Program earns national recertification
Blessing Hospital’s Cardiac Rehabilitation program has retained national certification from the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR).
Blessing Hospital rehabilitation nurse retires
Beth Schutte, RN, BSN, nurse manager, Rehabilitation Services, Blessing Hospital, retires July 19, 2024, after 36 years of service, all in Blessing’s Rehabilitation department.
Infection prevention nurse earns national certification
Katie Ludwig, BSN, RN, infection preventionist registered nurse, Blessing Health System, has earned the status of Certified in Infection Control (CIC) from the national Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology.
November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month: Are you eligible for screening?
Lung cancer is the second most common cancer in both men and women in the United States and the leading cause of cancer-related deaths. Many people are unaware they have lung cancer until it has reached an advanced stage, making it more difficult to treat and reducing the survival rate.