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Clinical manager earns ICARE Award

Erin Vonderhaar’s support of two staff members during crises in their families earned her the ICARE Award for compassion during a presentation on Friday, February 28.

Blessing Cancer Center Raises Awareness of Cervical Cancer Prevention

January is National Cervical Cancer Awareness Month. The Blessing Cancer Center is focused on effective treatment, early detection, and prevention of cancer. In honor of this awareness month, the Cancer Center encourages parents to speak with their family’s healthcare provider about the cancer-preventing vaccination against the human papilloma virus (HPV).

Christmas interrupted: Opening presents the day after a heart attack

How to Donate and Choose a Fund to Support

The Blessing Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, tax-exempt charitable organization. If you make a donation, you may be eligible for a variety of tax benefits. Your gift will make a difference, with 100 percent of your donation going to the cause…

Blessing Cancer Center Radiation Oncology Department retains national accreditation

The Blessing Cancer Center’s Radiation Oncology Department has earned reaccreditation from The American College of Radiation Oncology (ACRO), making it one of only six in the three-state region of Illinois, Missouri and Iowa to hold the accreditation.

Tips for Better Sleep

Your daily routine can impact how well you sleep at night. Doctors call this “sleep hygiene,” which refers to the habits and other factors that can affect sleep quality. If you are having trouble sleeping, changing your bedroom atmosphere or daytime…

Surgeon and internal medicine specialist join Blessing Health

Dr. Lawrence Volz and Dr. John Leiner have joined Blessing Health

Where do the best go when they need care?

Shon Stark is a winner. “I always try to be the best at everything I do,” the 18-year-old said.

Free Mammograms Offered October 8 For Those Who Qualify

Women from a five-county area of west-central Illinois may be eligible to receive a free mammogram on Tuesday, October 8.

Determination and good fortune lead woman to breast cancer recovery

Becky Keck has known great success in her life. She has been married to husband, Dave, for 42 years. They have four daughters and 11 grandchildren. Becky was the first in her family to attend and graduate from college. She then worked her way up the corporate ladder to serve as chief financial officer of a Quincy-based company that does business around the world.