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Sepsis

Sepsis, the body’s overwhelming and toxic response to infection, kills over 350,000 adults in the U.S. every year. Through public education, we can raise awareness of the signs and symptoms of sepsis so people in our communities know when to seek…

Blessing earns new national stroke care honor

The American Heart Association (AHA) recently recognized Blessing Hospital with three honors for the stroke care it provides - including, for the first time, the Get with the Guidelines Stroke Rural Recognition Silver award.

New treatment available locally for depression

As many as 40% of people with depression can find no relief for their condition.

This team “owns” it

There was a time, not long ago, when the Blessing Hospital Progressive Care Unit (PCU) had one certified nurse.

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.

Teamwork gets this caller the lifesaving care needed

No one wants to believe they are having a heart attack.

Illini Community Hospital receives IMPACT Award for readmission reduction

Illini Community Hospital (ICH), Pittsfield, was awarded the Illinois Critical Access Hospital Network’s IMPACT Award for readmission reduction during ceremonies held November 10 at the I-Hotel and Conference Center, Champaign, IL.

Blessing Resource Center opens June 9

Blessing Health System makes managing your health easier through its new Blessing Resource Center. The Blessing Resource Center will provide a personalized, concierge-like service targeted to help consumers navigate their health in one place or with one phone call.

RNs Earn "Who's Your Angel?" Recognition

Three registered nurses from 5 Medical received a Who’s Your Angel nomination from patient Audra Allensworth. The Blessing Foundation presented the Who’s Your Angel awards on April 12.  

Woman finds the cure for fear in the face of a life-threatening emergency

Nancy Kurpaitis awoke from a sound sleep at 1 am Monday, November 4, 2024, feeling sicker than she had in 71 years of life. The wave of symptoms included feeling faint, extremely warm, short of breath and with her heart racing.