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Work and Sports Injuries

You do not have to consider yourself an athlete to suffer a sports injury. Injuries happen during exercise, in organized sports, and in the backyard when you are just having fun. Some injuries typically associated with physical activity, like overuse…

McDonough District Hospital affiliates with Blessing Health System

Get The Facts - FAQs

Answers to Frequently Asked Questions for Blessing Hospital EmployeesMarch 31, 2025General Questions about Union Organizing at Blessing Hospital1.  “I hear that some Blessing Hospital employees are talking about bringing in a union. Is this…

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Giving

Blessing Foundation Online Donation Form If you would prefer to mail your donation, please print and complete this donation form to accompany your gift. Reminder: If applicable, be sure to select a department or fund for your donation to be gifted…

Who's Your Angel Award - Dr. Nanjappa Somanna

CAREGIVER APPRECIATION: Dr. Nanjappa Somanna Dr. Nanjappa Somanna deserves the who is your angel award. I am honored to be able to work with this man and call him a friend. What he did for my family is something we will never forget. He was our…

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.

Blessing cardiologist brings new care option to patients

People at risk for a stroke because of a blocked carotid artery have a new option for their care at the Blessing Heart & Vascular Center, thanks to Jeffrey Cook, MD, cardiologist, Blessing Physician Services.

Blessing Health welcomes new cardiologist

Daniel Arman, M.D., has joined the Blessing Health cardiology team.

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…