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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.

R-E-S-P-E-C-T

Shelly Marshall, RN, learned her approach to nursing as a young girl. “I grew up in a small community in Hancock County. You treated others with respect and courtesy,” she said.

Happy birthday, Josie

Josie Amelia Edwards left this world the same day she entered, March 25, 2018. She lives on in the hearts of her family and friends.

Blessing cardiologist brings new care option to patients

People at risk for a stroke because of a blocked carotid artery have a new option for their care at the Blessing Heart & Vascular Center, thanks to Jeffrey Cook, MD, cardiologist, Blessing Physician Services.

Central Services claims two Honey Bee awards

Rico Stern and Emily Trenter, supply techs, Central Services, became Blessing Hospital’s 43rd and 44th Honey Bee award winners during a presentation on June 30.

Blessing Health Hannibal Imaging Techs Receive Who’s Your Angel Award

Hannah Allen and Kim Polley, MRI Technologists, Blessing Health Hannibal Imaging, received a Who’s Your Angel nomination from a patient’s mother, Amy St. Clair. The Foundation Office presented the Who’s Your Angel award on January 29.

Here is a way to deliver on a holiday wish of “good health”

It’s common for people during the holiday season to wish others “good health.” The Blessing Foundation offers you a way to deliver on that wish with the Blessing Health System Honor Card.

Blessing Hospital reaches settlement agreement

The Department of Justice announced today that it has reached a $2.82 million settlement with Blessing Hospital. The settlement resulted from a voluntary disclosure made by Blessing Hospital to the Department of Justice after identifying that certain cardiac procedures performed at Blessing resulted in an overpayment.

Blessing CNA earns first Honey Bee Award

Jane Henniger, CNA, 6 South Pediatrics, received Blessing Hospital’s first Honey Bee Award on April 16, 2018.

Infection Prevention

Infection Prevention Blessing Hospital is a leader in prevention of hospital acquired infections. The infection prevention team constantly surveys the hospital for infections. They make sure that infections do not spread in the hospital. The team…