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Getting outpatient lab testing done gets easier on March 4
People in the Illini Community Hospital area who need lab testing have a new option beginning March 4. Illini Express Clinic will provide pre-registered patients their outpatient lab testing in the Clinic’s drive through bay, instead of the person having to go the laboratory inside the hospital during the hours they are open.
Veterans group recognizes Blessing Health with award
Together with Tri-State Veterans Support (TSVS) recognized Blessing Health with the first “Veterans’ Choice Award” during a ceremony at Blessing Hospital on Friday, November 8, attended by more than 100 Blessing staff and volunteers.
Blessing Foundation leader retires, new leader named
For only the third time in its 43-year history, the Blessing Foundation will be under new leadership as of January 1, 2026.
Two Blessing Nurses Retire
Dennis Behl, RN, retired on June 16 and Michele Graham, RN, will retire on July 2 from Blessing Hospital.
Donate Life
Blessing Health System is proud to support organ and tissue donation through the Gift of Hope and Donate Life programs. The Blessing Hospital Life Team is comprised of staff members who specialize in issues related to organ and…
Man discovers age doesn’t have to hurt
James Allan Olson thought what was happening to his body was natural, the results of aging. He was in his 70s, weighed 275 pounds, was diabetic, had high blood pressure, sleep apnea, edema (swelling) in his legs, was feeling tired all the time and often short of breath.
Volunteer Opportunities
Our Volunteers: Making a DifferenceA critical component of Blessing Health System comes in the form of hundreds of volunteer workers, who each year contribute tens of thousands of hours supporting our staff, patients and families across dozens of…
Maternity nurse earns DAISY award
Robin Litt, RN, Labor and Delivery, became the 86th Blessing Hospital nurse to receive the international DAISY award during a ceremony on July 18, 2023.
Two Blessing Employees Retire
Blessing Health System employees Debbie Giesing and Terri Bugh retire on June 6, 2025, representing 36 years of service.