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Lymphe-what? One woman’s story of a side effect of breast cancer

Being diagnosed with breast cancer was a shock, and surviving it has been brutal for April Folweiler of New London, Missouri.

Man finds life-changing pain relief by accident

Most people have experienced the agonizing pain of leg cramps, the sudden and involuntary contraction of a muscle. Charles Mast knows the feeling too well.

Women's Health - Obstetrics and Gynecology

A woman’s healthcare needs change over the years. As you age, you want a doctor who understands your shifting needs and concerns. The women’s health specialists at Blessing have the expertise to help you navigate every stage of life. Women's Health -…

Celebrating National Hospital Week 2020

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

Blessing Hospital nurse residency program earns accreditation with distinction

The Blessing Hospital Nurse Residency Program, designed to help support and mentor newly licensed registered nurses and reduce the turnover rate, has been awarded Accreditation with Distinction.

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.

Blessing Health System names next CEO

The Blessing Corporate Services Board of Trustees has selected Mike Trachta as the system’s next president and chief executive officer, effective on May 1, 2026.

Family praise earns Dr. Luc Tchapnda Blessing ICARE award

A family member of one of Dr. Luc Tchapnda’s patients called health system administration to comment on the care he provided. That phone call led to the family medicine physician receiving the ICARE award for Compassion on March 3.

Cancer Care

At Illini Community Hospital’s Casteel Center, we give our patients the high-quality medical oncology care you would expect in a large city. Our medical oncology providers are part of the comprehensive cancer care program at the Blessing Cancer…

Patient has a soft spot in his heart for Blessing Home Care

For most of his 78 years, Gary Vogel says his health has been, “generally, really good.”