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When To Contact Hospice

Families often seek out hospice care later than they could have. By waiting to call hospice, people miss out on experiencing the physical, emotional and spiritual benefits of hospice care for as long as possible. When To Contact Hospice …

Blessing nurse earns national certification

Teresa Darnell, BSN, RN, Non-Invasive Cardiology department, Blessing Hospital, has earned certification as a Cardiac-Vascular Nurse (RN-BC) from the American Nurses Credentialing Center.

Pierre Robin Sequence

A rare set of abnormalities where children are born with an underdeveloped, small lower jaw and improper tongue position. Pierre Robin Sequence This rare congenital condition results in a small lower jaw…

DAISY award winner cares for son and mother

Mariah Rice, RN, Women and Children Unit, became the 80th Blessing Hospital nurse to receive the international DAISY Award during a ceremony on January 23, 2023.

Be the One to Help Save a Life

National Suicide Prevention Awareness Week is September 7-13. There are an average of 123 suicides each day in this country. Suicide is the 11th leading cause of death in the US and the third leading cause of death among 15 to 24-year-olds.

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.…

Respiratory Therapist earns Honey Bee award

Laura Sethaler, registered respiratory therapist, received Blessing Hospital’s 38th Honey Bee award during a presentation on December 28, 2021.The Blessing Hospital Honey Bee award recognizes the service provided by support staff.

Blessing Breast Center offers new screening option for women with dense breast tissue

Women with dense breast tissue are at higher risk for breast cancer. The Blessing Breast Center now offers an additional option that contributes to early disease detection for these women.

Blessing Health Hannibal hosting no-cost skin cancer screening on May 1

Board-certified dermatologist, Susan Meidl, MD, FAAD, Blessing Health Hannibal, will conduct a no-cost American Academy of Dermatology Spot Skin Cancer Screening on Thursday, May 1, by appointment only.

Donor Stories - Anglea Sonethongkham

I’m a registered organ donor in honor of my friend Morgan, who died unexpectedly. Morgan was an absolute light; she had spunk and a zest for life, she was a flower and sprinkled seeds wherever she went.  Morgan wanted to be an organ donor, but…