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2 North Unit Secretary earns Honey Bee Award
Tammie Davis, Unit Secretary, 2 North, became the 14th Blessing Hospital support staff member to receive the Honey Bee Award during a surprise presentation on Tuesday, July 16.
Blessing Now Offers Cutting-edge Technology to Help Patients with Swallowing Problems
Patients of Blessing Health System’s nationally-accredited physical rehabilitation program now have access to new technology to treat swallowing difficulties.
Blessing Care Coordination nurses earn certifications
Julie Cassens, RN, BSN, and Diane Lahr, RN, BSN, outpatient care coordinators, Blessing Hospital, have earned national certifications.
Cancer specialist joins Illini Community Hospital medical staff
Board certified medical oncologist Osvaldo Wesly, MD, will begin treating cancer patients at Illini Community Hospital on August 1, providing care with Sherrie White, APRN-AGNP, nurse practitioner.
Patient and nurse connect on a spiritual level, leading to DAISY award
Stormy Leazer, RN, and a patient she cared for believed a higher power brought them together. This exceptional bond led to Stormy receiving Blessing’s 118th DAISY award.
Living with Diabetes: Five Tips for a Healthier Holiday Season
If you have diabetes, and particularly if you suffer from a chronic wound, it’s important to eat mindfully and follow your treatment protocols. For smoother sailing, here are five helpful holiday tips for diabetics.
Two women’s search for pain relief lead them to the same place
Arlis was pulling weeds on the family farm when she tripped on the edge of some landscaping blocks, landing on her back on one of the blocks. This began her journey that would lead her to the Spine Center.
Registration is open for golf tournament to benefit heart care
Attention golfers: Registration is underway for the 4th Annual Cardiac Classic golf tournament to benefit the Blessing Heart & Vascular Center and its patients.