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Woman battles sepsis twice and wins
Kayla Sargent’s life was going great in 2009. She was a new registered nurse and a new mom. Then, she had gallbladder surgery.
Blessing Health System Acquires Hannibal Clinic
Having recognized the benefits of their recent affiliation, Blessing Health System and Hannibal Clinic have taken the next step and agreed to merge the two organizations.
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.
Physical therapist earns Honey Bee award
Kiran Datar, inpatient physical therapist, earned the 73rd Honey Bee award during a presentation on October 21. The Blessing Hospital Honey Bee award recognizes the exceptional service provided by support staff.
Integrated Care: Mom finds life-saving help in a crisis
Seeking and receiving behavioral health care is as important as physical healthcare. Our Integrated Care team members provide short-term therapy support to patients working through various conditions.
Pharmacy tech earns Honey Bee award
Sherri Ritter, pharmacy tech, became Blessing Hospital’s 50th Honey Bee award winner during a presentation on November 9.
How the Class of 2035 got its teacher back
There are two types of people on the job – those who work to live and those who live to work. Jennifer Burwinkle is a proud member of the second group. She has been a kindergarten teacher in Palmyra, MO, for 24 years.
Prostate cancer patients have access to advance testing at Blessing Health
Blessing Health urologist Dr. David Lieber sees the health system embracing its responsibility to cancer patients, their loved ones, and their providers.
CNA program grad earns Honey Bee award
Dreston Brunk, CNA program graduate, earned Blessing Hospital’s 63rd Honey Bee award during a surprise presentation on November 30, 2023. The Blessing Hospital Honey Bee award recognizes the exceptional service provided by support staff.
Happy birthday, Josie
Josie Amelia Edwards left this world the same day she entered, March 25, 2018. She lives on in the hearts of her family and friends.