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Behavioral nurse earns DAISY Award
Daffany Pugh, RN, Child and Adolescent Unit, became the 103rd Blessing Hospital nurse to receive the international DAISY award during a ceremony on December 13, 2024, for her extraordinary nursing care.
Illini hosts ribbon cutting and open house for new Express Clinic
The public is invited to attend a ribbon cutting and open house at the new Illini Express Clinic on Thursday, January 25. The ribbon cutting will be at 3 pm followed by an open house at the Express Clinic until 5 pm at its new location, 640 West Washington, Pittsfield, on the hospital campus.
Through helping others, woman replaces grief with joy and anger with peace
Three years ago, a tidal wave of nearly unbearable grief and anger flooded Victoria Marten Haxel’s world.
What should a prostate cancer screening include and when should screening begin?
Some providers do a blood test called a Prostate Specific Antigen test only (PSA). If a man’s PSA level trends up over time, it could be an indication of prostate cancer. Other providers order a PSA test and conduct a digital rectal exam (DRE). Blessing Health board-certified urologist William Severino, feels both tests deliver the most complete picture.
ER Tech earns Honey Bee award
Nicole Deverger, ER Tech, earned Blessing Hospital’s 57th Honey Bee award during a surprise presentation on June 26, 2023. The Blessing Hospital Honey Bee award recognizes the exceptional service provided by support staff.
What to Expect
If you are considering whether plastic surgery is right for you, our expert team can help you make that decision. Whether you are thinking about a tummy tuck or simple skin rejuvenation, we have an array of options to help you look and feel…
Clinical manager earns ICARE Award
Erin Vonderhaar’s support of two staff members during crises in their families earned her the ICARE Award for compassion during a presentation on Friday, February 28.
Diabetes Education
Diabetes is a silent disease. You can have it for years and not know it. Some people with diabetes do not even notice the symptoms—being very thirsty, frequently urinating, and losing weight without trying. The Blessing Diabetes team is here to help…
Heart nurse earns latest DAISY award
Ashley Bilgri, RN, Cardiovascular Unit, became the 71st Blessing Hospital nurse to receive the international DAISY Award during a ceremony on April 25, 2022.
Blessing Cancer Center Radiation Oncology department retains national accreditation
The Blessing Cancer Center’s Radiation Oncology department has earned reaccreditation from The American College of Radiation Oncology (ACRO).