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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.

This is not your typical “first-ever” surgery

The words printed on Marla Harper’s shirt said it all, “Think Happy Thoughts.” A week from the day she wore the shirt, Marla would have a mastectomy. In her 68 years of life, this would be her first surgery.

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.

Surgical Team earns Who's Your Angel Award

This surgical crew received a Who’s Your Angel nomination from parents Jordan and Ty Elsie, of Payson, IL. The Foundation Office presented the Who’s Your Angel awards on June 13 and 18.

Nurse practitioners helping to meet a growing need in primary care

Maria Baker faced a challenge becoming more common these days nationwide. She lost her primary care doctor when he ended his practice unexpectedly.

Blessing offers testing and treatment for rare condition

While the disease is rare, Blessing Health surgeon Dr. Fernando Bonanni says for people who suffer with achalasia, how often it occurs does not matter.

It was the smartest thing I ever said

John Craig has been hospitalized twice in his life; once when he was born and once when he almost died.

How a Conversation Between Strangers Saved a War Veteran's Life

A telephone call from a fellow veteran (but a complete stranger) helped convince Jim Nauert to go through with a lifesaving heart procedure.

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