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Community comes together for cancer patients

One woman’s idea - and the power of the internet - is bringing smiles and a few tears to the faces of Illini Community Hospital cancer patients.

Nurses help of new moms facing challenges leads to DAISY award

Tina Womack, RN, lactation nurse, Blessed Beginnings, became Blessing Hospital’s 106th DAISY award winner during a ceremony on March 24, 2025, for her extraordinary nursing care.

Respiratory Therapist comforts dying patient; earns award for her compassion

Valerie Pryor, Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), Blessing Hospital, became the hospital’s 26th Honey Bee Award winner during a surprise presentation on October 22, 2020.

Who's Your Angel Award - Jenny

CAREGIVER APPRECIATION: Jenny Vaughan, RN, Blessed Beginnings/Obstetrics "During my labor and delivery experience in December of 2022, Jenny was my nurse. She was there during the worst part of my labor process and continued to encourage and…

Patient Recognition Week - Maria Wells

During National Patient Experience Week, Maria Wells, certified medical assistant, Blessing Express Clinic, shares her thoughts about her patients.

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 Hospital 150th Anniversary

A History of Care, Compassion and Community Blessing Hospital traces its roots to 1873 and a group called “The Charitable Aid and Hospital Association.” Members…

Who's Your Angel Award - Dr. Mary Kussman

CAREGIVER APPRECIATION: Dr. Mary Kussman Dr. Mary Kussman provided wonderful care to me when I needed it the most. After giving birth to my first child, I got a spinal headache, which made it very difficult to care for my baby. Dr. Kussman…

Blessing Health System launches major electronic health record upgrade

Blessing Health System has launched an 18-month project to bring a new electronic health record (EHR) to its patients and providers.

Meet a family celebrating service to their hometown

Dr. Philip Tweedy is celebrating his 20th year as an internal medicine specialist with Blessing Health Hannibal. And one of his sons is celebrating his selection as one of the five Tom Sawyers.