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Emergency Medical Technician

Do you want to become an EMT? This course prepares the student to function as a medically competent, entry level EMT in the prehospital setting. The course meets all requirements of the United States Department of Transportation (D.O.T.) EMT (or…

Brown Drug to reopen for in-store shopping on April 12th

After one year of pandemic-restricted access, customers will again be able to go inside to shop at Brown Drug, 1121 Maine Street, Quincy, beginning 8:30 am, Monday, April 12.

Treating a Sleep Disorder

Obstructive sleep apnea affects 22 million Americans. When left untreated, OSA can cause vehicle and workplace accidents, worsening mood and memory, stroke, heart attack, and even death. The Blessing Sleep Center provides comprehensive testing to…

Blessing Hospital recognized nationally for patient safety

An independent national healthcare organization has given Blessing Hospital its top grade for patient safety. The Leapfrog Group gave the hospital a grade “A” for the fall 2024 national survey period. Blessing was among fewer than 30% of hospitals nationwide and one of only 32 hospitals in Illinois to receive the top grade.

Cartilage Restoration

Injuries, as well as normal wear and tear, can damage cartilage, a connective tissue at the end of bones that cushions joints and helps joints move smoothly. When cartilage breaks down, bone rubs against bone making movement difficult and painful.…

These calls are never simple

Blessing Health System’s COVID-19 Hotline nurses make calls to those who have pending COVID-19 tests and share the test results. The report is either “positive” or “negative.”

Celebrating National Hospital Week 2020

May 10-16, 2020, is National Hospital Week.

Two Blessing Employees Retire

Blessing Health System employees Debbie Giesing and Terri Bugh retire on June 6, 2025, representing 36 years of service.

Breast reconstruction

Restores one or both breasts after mastectomy or lumpectomy due to breast cancer. Breast reconstruction Breast reconstruction: What You Should KnowWomen with breast cancer in the Quincy area who wish to…

Erectile Dysfunction

Erectile dysfunction, or the inability to achieve and maintain an erection, can affect your quality and enjoyment of life. Blessing urology specialists offer many ways to treat erectile dysfunction (ED). Erectile Dysfunction …