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Chicago-area man’s heart leads him to Blessing

Among the questions most people have about their favorite doctor is, “are they in-network for my health insurance?”

Pain is no match for Miss Margaret

When 88-year-old Margaret Midget broke her hip earlier this year, her five children knew what that could mean.

Blessing Health System earns national recognition for workplace wellness

The Wellness Council of America (WELCOA) has recognized Blessing Health System’s workplace wellness programming with a Well Workplace bronze award.

First Blessing Hospital patient receives new COVID-19 drug

Blessing Hospital administered the first dose of a new COVID-19 drug called Bamlanivimab to a patient on Wednesday, November 18, 2020.

First baby of 2019 at Blessing Hospital

Emberlynn Kae Wiseman was the first baby of 2019 born at Blessed Beginnings, the maternity center at Blessing Hospital.  She was born at 6:49 am on Wednesday, January 2, 2019, the daughter of Kelcee and Alex Wiseman of Quincy. 

Behavioral therapist helps patient find hope, earns ICARE award

Terry Henry’s ability to connect with a suicidal patient led to his nomination for and receipt of an ICARE Award for Excellence.

Donations purchase new technology for EMS students

The region’s heart care network is stronger thanks to more than $45,000 in donations.

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.

CNA goes extra mile for dying patient; earns Honey Bee award

Progressive Care Unit CNA Amber Hudnut clocked out after work, but did not go home as most employees would. On this day she went to the bedside of a dying patient.

United Way accepts donation from Blessing for 2021 campaign

Blessing Health System closed its fund drive to support the 2021 United Way of Adams County campaign on February 3 by presenting a check to United Way leaders for $110,000. The amount represents a corporate gift and employee donations.