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HSHS Home Care announces butterfly release ceremonies across central Illinois

Community members in central Illinois have been invited by HSHS Home Care to participate in butterfly release ceremonies at various Hospital Sisters Health System locations.

By South Central Reporter | May 2, 2025

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Mental health focus at Salem's Lunch & Learn event in May

Salem Township Hospital will host a "Lunch & Learn" session on May 14, focusing on enhancing mental health and well-being for seniors.

By South Central Reporter | Apr 28, 2025

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Surgical care expands in southwestern Illinois under new partnership

By South Central Reporter | Apr 18, 2025

Hospital Sisters Health System, Southern Illinois Market hospitals, and Lincoln Surgical Associates have reached a new service agreement aimed at broadening surgical access across southwestern Illinois.

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Dr. Joseph Mossad discusses vitamins' role in health at Salem Township Hospital

By South Central Reporter | Apr 18, 2025

At a recent Lunch and Learn event, Dr. Joseph Mossad, a Primary Care Physician at Salem Township Hospital Rural Health Primary Clinic, addressed the topic "The Truth About Vitamins: Benefits, Risks, and Smart Choices.

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Shriners Children's hosts screening clinic for orthopedic conditions in children

By South Central Reporter | Apr 11, 2025

Shriners Children's St. Louis is set to host a screening clinic dedicated to pediatric orthopedic conditions on May 24 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The event will take place at Salem Township Hospital, located at 1201 Ricker Dr., Salem, IL.

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State Sen. Plummer on CEO Fish Tank competition: 'The students were very impressive' and had 'excellent business ideas'

By South Central Reporter | Apr 8, 2025

Jason Plummer, the state senator for Illinois District 55, expressed his appreciation for participating in this year's CEO Fish Tank competition and commended the students involved.

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Mental health expert advises strategies for well-being and self-care

By South Central Reporter | Apr 2, 2025

Consulting behavioral health expert Mary Hammond, MS, LCPC, highlights various strategies for maintaining mental well-being amid changes in lifestyle and routines.

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Hearing education event at St. Joseph's Hospital Breese on April 8

By South Central Reporter | Mar 31, 2025

HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital Breese Audiology, in collaboration with Cochlear Americas, will host an educational event on hearing loss and implantable solutions.

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HSHS St. Joseph’s named among top rural hospitals in 2025

By South Central Reporter | Mar 31, 2025

HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital Breese, serving the rural community for over 125 years, has been recognized as one of the Top 100 Rural & Community Hospitals in the United States for 2025.

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Bond County Consolidated Election Day is coming up on April 1

By South Central Reporter | Mar 28, 2025

Municipal officials in Bond County — including mayors, village board members, and school board members — are on the ballot on April 1, the first Tuesday in April.

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Christian County Consolidated Election Day is coming up on April 1

By South Central Reporter | Mar 27, 2025

Municipal officials in Christian County — including mayors, village board members, and school board members — are on the ballot on April 1, the first Tuesday in April.

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American Red Cross organizes blood drive in Salem for April

By South Central Reporter | Mar 21, 2025

Salem, IL – The American Red Cross is organizing a blood drive at the Salem Community Activity Center on April 16, 2025.

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Lunch & Learn session on vitamins scheduled in Salem

By South Central Reporter | Mar 21, 2025

Salem Township Hospital will host a Lunch & Learn session titled "The Truth About Vitamins: Benefits, Risks, and Smart Choices" on Thursday, April 10.

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Salem Township Hospital joins local health fair to share community services

By South Central Reporter | Mar 17, 2025

Members of the Salem Township Hospital (STH) staff participated in the Health and Resource Fair held on March 14.

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Nurse practitioner shares insights on improving sleep at community event

By South Central Reporter | Mar 17, 2025

Over 60 individuals attended the March Lunch and Learn event, where they were served lunch, coffee, and dessert.

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State Sen. Plummer: State flag vote is a 'waste of time and money by unserious people'

By South Central Reporter | Mar 11, 2025

Jason Plummer, Illinois State Senator for District 55, said that after the current state flag won the Secretary of State's contest for citizens to choose a new flag, Democrats could "focus on more important things."

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HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital offers scholarships for medical and health students

By South Central Reporter | Mar 11, 2025

The Auxiliary of HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital Breese is now accepting applications for its Lights in Scholarship program.

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Hospital hosts sleep-focused Lunch & Learn event in March

By South Central Reporter | Feb 27, 2025

The Salem Township Hospital is organizing a Lunch & Learn event focused on "A Good Night’s Sleep."

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Registration open for HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital Breese health fair

By South Central Reporter | Feb 26, 2025

HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital Breese is set to host a health fair on Saturday, March 29, from 6-10 a.m. The event will take place in the hospital's medical office building located at 9515 Holy Cross Lane, Breese, Illinois.

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Salem Township Hospital hosts dietitian talk on eating healthy within budget

By South Central Reporter | Feb 18, 2025

At a recent Lunch and Learn event, Caroline Boehne, a registered dietitian at Salem Township Hospital, presented on the topic "Balancing Your Plate on a Balanced Budget."