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Surgical nurse’s ability to connect with special needs patients earns DAISY Award

Illini Community Hospital registered nurse Lexy Ghrist says watching her best friend raise a child with Down Syndrome shaped her approach to nursing. It also led her to receive an international DAISY Award.

Blessing Hospital retains Primary Stroke Center status

Blessing Hospital has been recertified as a nationally-recognized Primary Stroke Center. The recertification affirms the hospital’s readiness and ability to provide the highest quality stroke-related healthcare, which includes diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation and education.

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.

Barry Werries: Always on top of his game

Breast Health Classes

At the Breast Center, we believe that the breast self-exam is a useful tool for early detection of breast cancer. A breast self-exam will help you look for unusual lumps, skin changes or discharge. Breast Health Classes …

RN Receives "Who's Your Angel?" Recognition

Amy St. Clair, Blessing Hospital RN Outpatient Care Coordinator, submitted a nomination form recognizing fellow employee, Ben Thompson with a Who’s Your Angel award. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, Ben received his “Who’s Your Angel” certificate and angel wing pin from the Blessing Foundation, during a departmental staff meeting.

Hannibal Medical Supplies LLC

As a full-service medical equipment and supplies store, Hannibal Medical Supplies offers convenience, quality and competitive pricing with a personal touch. We’re committed to making sure you get the products you need. Our professional staff will…

Ultrasound Services

Ultrasound Services What is an Ultrasound?Ultrasound uses sound waves outside of human hearing range to image tissues and structures inside the body. It is best used to image soft tissues and organs; it…

Breast Cancer

Breast cancer affects 1 out of every 8 women in their lifetimes, according to the National Cancer Institute. While the statistics show that breast cancer is common, it feels very uncommon if it happens to you. Blessing provides complete care for…

Farmer finds an abundant harvest of health at Blessing

By December 2022, Vincent Holtkamp could not stand the pain anymore.