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People get over sore throats, don’t they?

Dale and Sherri King thought so until late June 2023 when Dale developed a sore throat. He was diagnosed with strep throat and took a 10-day course of antibiotics. They did not help.

Surgeon presents free educational seminar on arthritis

Blessing Health orthopedic surgeon and joint revision specialist Sean Moroze, MD, will discuss the causes of arthritis and available surgical treatments during free educational presentations in Hannibal on Tuesday November 5, and on Thursday, November 7 in Quincy.

Blessing Hospital recognized nationally for patient safety

An independent national healthcare organization has given Blessing Hospital its top grade for patient safety. The Leapfrog Group gave the hospital a grade “A” for the fall 2024 national survey period. Blessing was among fewer than 30% of hospitals nationwide and one of only 32 hospitals in Illinois to receive the top grade.

Blessing Health Hannibal Cancer Center staffer earns Honey Bee Award

Mel Peters, diagnostic technician, Blessing Health Hannibal Cancer Center infusion center, earned the 74th Honey Bee award during a presentation on November 14. The Blessing Honey Bee award recognizes the exceptional service provided by support staff.

Sleep Center

Of the 70 million Americans who have problems sleeping, more than half have a chronic disorder. The Blessing Sleep Center provides comprehensive testing to diagnose a range of sleep disorders. Together, we help you sleep easier and live better. Sleep…

A life-long cough may have saved this woman’s life

Candy Tretter has enjoyed good health for most of her life, except for what she calls “this stupid little cough.”

Illini Community Hospital will host another food distribution on Nov. 21

Illini Community Hospital is hosting a food distribution on Thursday, November 21 for residents of Pike County, Illinois. There will be enough food available for approximately 200 families.

Illini Child Care Center to close

Due to challenges in recruiting qualified early learning teachers and other staff, along with the overall cost of administering and maintaining the center, Illini Community Hospital has made the difficult decision to close its child care center permanently as of February 28, 2025.

Cosmetic Injections

Botox® and other injectables are popular cosmetic treatments for combating the effects of aging. These safe procedures offer excellent temporary results. Our specialized team of MDs & NPs ensures you get the best results while keeping your safety our…

PCU nurse earns DAISY Award

Nick Kelley, RN, Progressive Care Unit, became the 102nd Blessing Hospital nurse to receive the international DAISY award during a ceremony on November 21, 2024, for his extraordinary nursing care.