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Blessing Emergency Center enhances sexual assault care
The Blessing Hospital Emergency Center team has seen a double-digit increase in the number of sexual assault survivors seeking care, and enhanced its ability to meet the need.
Blessing nurse earns DAISY Award
Ben Johnson, RN, BSN, Educational Services, Blessing Hospital, became the 30th Blessing nurse to receive the international DAISY Award.
Blessing Wellness Center Weekly Pre-Order Meals
Place your order for our Wellness Center Weekly Pre-Order Meals! Orders must be placed by Friday, April 10 at 10:00 AM, with pickup on Tuesday, April 14. Cost is $7.00 per meal. Read more about our weekly options below, then complete the form at the…
Nurse practitioner provides care and inspiration
Kristin Bradshaw is nationally certified in obesity medicine and the coordinator of the Healthy Weight and Wellness program at Blessing Health’s Hannibal Clinic.
What should a prostate cancer screening include and when should screening begin?
Some providers do a blood test called a Prostate Specific Antigen test only (PSA). If a man’s PSA level trends up over time, it could be an indication of prostate cancer. Other providers order a PSA test and conduct a digital rectal exam (DRE). Blessing Health board-certified urologist William Severino, feels both tests deliver the most complete picture.
Who's Your Angel Award - Dr. Mary Kussman
CAREGIVER APPRECIATION: Dr. Mary Kussman
Dr. Mary Kussman provided wonderful care to me when I needed it the most. After giving birth to my first child, I got a spinal headache, which made it very difficult to care for my baby. Dr. Kussman…
Long-time ICU nurse earns two nominations and a DAISY award
Michelle Summy, RN, intensive care unit, became Blessing Hospital’s 107th DAISY award winner during a ceremony on April 17, 2025, for her extraordinary nursing care. She has been an ICU nurse for 37 years and received two nominations leading to her award.
Blessing nurse educator retires
Helen Zimmerman, BSN, RN, NPD-BC, Nursing Professional Development, Blessing Hospital, retired on July 1 after 29 years of service.
Parent of special needs patient recognizes CNA
Ryan Washington, certified nursing assistant, 5 South, Blessing Hospital, received the hospital’s 33rd Honey Bee Award during a presentation on July 30.
Financial Assistance Policy
Blessing Health System (BHS) thinks every person who needs medical care should get medical care, even if they don't have the money to pay the bill.If you get medical care at a BHS hospital, clinic or doctor's office listed on the back of the…