HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital News News Category All Children's Health Hospital News Pediatrics Women's Health Submit Media Contact Scott Fisher, Manager, Marketing & Communications - HSHS Illinois Office: (217) 757-6818 | scott.fisher@hshs.org Happy Halloween tips October 22, 2021 HSHS St. Anthony's offers parents tips for a safe and healthy Halloween. Read More 20 Car Seats donated to Crisis Nursery October 21, 2021 HSHS St. Anthony's donates over 20 car seats to Crisis Nursery of Effingham County. Read More Take charge of your breast health October 14, 2021 HSHS St. Anthony's is honoring National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Read More Oh, my gourd, it's pumpkin season October 14, 2021 SIx reasons to add pumpkin to your diet year round. Read More ABCs of Safe Sleep for Babies September 16, 2021 HSHS St. Anthony's urges understanding and prevention of suddent infant death syndrome (SIDS) during awareness month. Read More Celebrate Johnny Appleseed Day, September 26 September 16, 2021 Five reasons to eat an apple a day. Read More Convenient Care hours expanded to meet community needs September 7, 2021 HSHS St. Anthony's is temporarily expanding its Convenient Care hours to meet community needs Read More Locally grown produce reap health benefits August 18, 2021 Locally harvested fruits and vegetables produce many health benefits. Read More National Immunization Awareness Month August 18, 2021 Keeping up to date on vaccinations important to helping your child remain healthy Read More Main Lobby Entrance temporarily closing August 17, 2021 HSHS St. Anthony's temporarily closing main lobby entrance. Patients and visitors should enter through Prairie Heart/Outpatient or Emergency Department entrances Read More The Benefits of Breastfeeding August 17, 2021 HSHS St. Anthony's reminds mothers about the benefits of breastfeeding Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital Announces New President & CEO August 13, 2021 HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital has selected a new president and CEO. Chad Markham, MBA, will begin serving in this role on September 7, 2021. Read More Visitor Guidelines Updated in Response to Increased COVID-19 Positivity Rates August 9, 2021 Due to a rise in COVID-19 positivity rates in local communities, HSHS St. Anthony's has updated its visitor guidelines to allow only one (1) visitor per patient, with some exceptions. Read More Entrance and registration changes during renovation project July 19, 2021 HSHS St. Anthony's enhancing patient privacy and comfort with Registration renovation project Read More Keeping Kids Safe Around Water this Summer July 14, 2021 HSHS St. Anthony's remind parents and caregivers to be diligent around water. Read More Summer food handling safety tips July 13, 2021 HSHS St. Anthony's offers safety tips regarding food handling, preparation and storage during summer months. Read More July is the peak month for grilling accidents July 13, 2021 HSHS St. Anthony's offers outdoor grilling safety tips Read More Stay safe and use caution while mowing July 13, 2021 HSHS St. Anthony's encourages lawn mower safety this summer. Read More Memorial Butterfly Release ceremony planned July 9, 2021 HSHS Illinois Home Care invites community to Memorial Butterfly Release ceremony at HSHS St. Anthony's on July 27 Read More Mom & Baby will receive gift bag of items July 9, 2021 HSHS St Anthony's Women & Infants Center to give gift bag of items to new moms and baby Read More Pre-procedure COVID-19 testing requirements change July 1, 2021 HSHS Illinois hospitals no longer require pre-procedure COVID-19 testing for fully vaccinated patients. Read More Visitor guidelines updated June 21, 2021 HSHS St. Anthony's updates visitor guidelines. Read More Celebrate safely during fireworks season June 11, 2021 HSHS St. Anthony's urges safety with fireworks Read More Tips for Preventing and Recognizing Heatstroke June 11, 2021 HSHS St. Anthony's offers tips for preventing and recognizing heatstroke. Read More Tick Season Brings Increased Risk of Lyme Disease June 10, 2021 HSHS St. Anthony's gives tips for prevention, tick removal and bite treatment Read More Students participate in Window to the Womb June 4, 2021 HSHS St. Anthony's and Family Life Center partner with St. Anthony High School to offer students a "Window to the Womb" Read More Nursing Exemplar Awardees named May 26, 2021 HSHS St. Anthony's names Nursing Exemplar awardees Read More Pet therapy shares smiles and joy May 25, 2021 HSHS St. Anthony's launches Pet Therapy Program. Read More Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease May 14, 2021 FAQs about this common childhood virus Read More Family donates CuddleCot to Women & Infants Center May 13, 2021 Offering comfort to others: Apple family donates to HSHS St. Anthony's Read More May is National Stroke Awareness Month May 13, 2021 Learn to recognize the signs and symptoms of a strok. Read More May is Mental Health Awareness Month May 12, 2021 Tips for helping a loved one dealing with mental health issues Read More Stay Safe in the Sun with Sunscreen May 11, 2021 HSHS St. Anthony's answers frequently asked questions on sunscreen use Read More Let's Celebrate! May 7, 2021 HSHS St. Anthony's celebrates National Hospital Week and National Nurses Week Read More Hospital recognized with 'A' safety grade April 30, 2021 HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital Nationally Recognized with an ‘A’ for the Spring 2021 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade. Read More Cram the Car food drive donates to Catholic Charities April 28, 2021 HSHS Illinois Home Care "Cram the Cars" collected donations for Catholic Charities Read More Outpatient registration now located in Prairie entrance April 22, 2021 HSHS St. Anthony's expands hours at Prairie entrance and relocated outpatient registration to area. Read More Discussing your health care decisions April 16, 2021 HSHS St. Anthony's encourages families to discuss health care decisions sooner, rather than later Read More April is Child Abuse Prevention Month April 15, 2021 Learn how to spot the signs of maltreatment. Read More Wound Healing Center recognized for Clinical Excellence in Patient Satisfaction April 15, 2021 The Wound Healing Center has won this award every year since it opened in 2010. Read More Collaboration to assess Effingham and Jasper Counties health needs to begin April 13, 2021 HSHS St. Anthony's, Effingham and Jasper County Departments collaborate on project to assess Effingham and Jasper Counties health needs. Read More Hospital encourages community to join Organ Donor Registry April 1, 2021 April is National Donate Life Month Read More Hospital Chapel to reopen March 31, 2021 Chapel reopens to colleagues, medical staff, patients and those on campus visiting patients to attend Mass. Read More Introducing transportation option for patients March 29, 2021 Wheelchair-accessible van supported by grant funds and donations to the HSHS St. Anthony's Foundation. Read More Hospital Sisters Health System Announces New President and CEO March 18, 2021 HSHS is pleased to announce that Damond W. Boatwright, MHA, MHS, FACHE, has accepted our offer to serve as president and CEO of Hospital Sisters Health System. Read More March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month March 16, 2021 Know your risk and don’t delay preventive screenings which could save your life Read More "Spring Forward" and your sleep habits March 9, 2021 A “Spring Forward” could be just what the Doctor ordered for your sleep habits Read More Community invited to help Cram the Cars March 5, 2021 Community invited to join HSHS Illinois Home Care to "Cram the Cars" with Canned Goods for Catholic Charities. Read More Colorectal Cancer Awareness Events set in March March 3, 2021 Did you know that colorectal cancer is the nation’s second-leading cause of cancer-related deaths when men and women are combined? HSHS St. Anthony's to hold Colorectal Cancer Awareness... Read More Limited re-opening of front lobby entrance February 18, 2021 HSHS St. Anthony's begins limited re-opening of front lobby entrance for visitors. Read More Taking charge of your heart health February 17, 2021 HSHS St. Anthony's provides healthy eating and exercise tips during American Heart Month. Read More Celebrating the Big Game Safely February 5, 2021 Offense can be the best defense when celebrating football's biggest game of the season. Read More Don't get chilled to the bone during upcoming cold temperature days February 5, 2021 Know the signs of hypothermia and frostbite. Read More Visitor guidelines updated February 3, 2021 Visitor guidelines at HSHS St. Anthony's updated due to a decline in COVID-19 numbers in south-central Illinois. Read More Medical Staff supports behavioral health programs January 21, 2021 HSHS St. Anthony's Medical Staff supports Heartland Human Services Behavioral Health Programs with donation. Read More Top 4 reasons to become a blood donor January 20, 2021 New year brings tried and true reasons to donate blood and plasma. Read More Snow safety tips January 18, 2021 HSHS St. Anthony's stresses snow shoveling safety as possible snow expected in region. Read More Second dose of COVID-19 vaccine administered at St. Anthony's January 7, 2021 HSHS St. Anthony's administers the second doses of the COVID-19 vaccine. Read More Lincoln and Harper top baby names in 2020 January 5, 2021 Lincoln and Harper were the top baby names in 2020 at HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital. Read More New Year's Baby of 2021 welcomed at St. Anthony's January 4, 2021 HSHS St. Anthony's proudly welcomed Haevyn as the first baby born at the hospital in 2021. Read More HSHS St. Mary's in Decatur announces new president and CEO December 18, 2020 HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital announced today the appointment of Theresa Rutherford, RN, MSN, MBA, FACHE, as the next president and chief executive officer (CEO). Read More COVID-19 Vaccine doses given to clinical colleagues at HSHS St. Anthony's December 17, 2020 Today, December 17, 2020, HSHS St. Anthony's administered the first COVID-19 vaccine dose to hospital colleague Rebecca Kistner, RN, from the medical/surgical care floor. Read More Celebrating safely during the holiday season December 15, 2020 HSHS St. Anthony's encourages community to make memories this holiday season, but to act responsibly and celebrate safely. Read More Colleagues honored for years of service December 14, 2020 HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital honors colleagues for years of service. Read More HSHS St. Anthony's nationally recognized for patient safety December 14, 2020 HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital nationally recognized with an "A" for the Fall 2020 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Goals. Read More Giving Tuesday represents a global day dedicated to giving back November 24, 2020 Community asked to consideer donating to HSHS St. Anthony's on this special day of giving. Read More HSHS Illinois Hospitals Launch #MaskedMoms Initiative November 23, 2020 Moms who work at HSHS Illinois hospitals are launching a grassroots #MaskedMoms effort to help slow the spread of COVID-19. Read More Choose Wisely. Top 6 Food Choices at Thanksgiving November 20, 2020 As the Holidays approach, make good food choices. Read More Safe Toy Buying Tips for the Holidays November 17, 2020 Remember to check the safety and age-range when buying toys. Read More Reset Your Sleep Habits October 30, 2020 "Fall Back" with end of Daylight-Saving Time. Set your clocks back 1 hour on November 1. Read More Visitor guidelines to change November 2 October 30, 2020 HSHS Illinois updates visitor guidelines. As our communities experience higher COVID-19 rates, we are modifying our current visitor restrictions. Read More Trick or Treat Alternatives and Safety Tips October 20, 2020 Consider more treats and less tricks this Halloween. Read More Mayor designates Breast Cancer Awareness Month October 13, 2020 Effingham Mayor, Mike Schutzbach recently designated October 2020 as Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Read More Honoring National Breast Cancer Awareness Month October 7, 2020 Tips to take charge of your breast health. Read More How to help children cope with stress September 24, 2020 Helping children cope with anxiety and stress. Advice for parents and caregivers. Read More The Value of Vaccines September 15, 2020 Six things to know about vaccines. Read More Living Our Mission September 14, 2020 Compassion, Competence and a Crucifix Read More Back-to-School Health Tips September 10, 2020 HSHS Illinois offers good sleep and nutrition tips for your family. Read More Welcome Medical Students August 13, 2020 Recently, HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital proudly welcomed nine new third-year medical students from Liberty University College of Osteopathic Medicine (LUCOM) in Lynchburg, Virginia to... Read More Masking tips for safety and comfort August 12, 2020 Tips for wearing cloth face coverings in public settings. Read More Joint Commission awards orthopaedic certifications July 29, 2020 HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Advanced Total Hip and Knee Replacement Certification by demonstrating continuous... Read More Lawn mowing is not child's play July 29, 2020 There are a few months where lawns will need mowing. HSHS St. Anthony’s wants to remind everyone to remain safety-minded when mowing. Read More Staying Cool in a Heat Wave and Warning Signs of Heat-Related Illnesses July 19, 2020 When excessive heat hits the region, it is important to take steps to stay safe. Read More Sun Screen Safety and Frequently Asked Questions July 12, 2020 As we spend more time out of the house with outdoors activities such as spending time on the beach, hiking, swimming, etc., it is important everyone take steps to prevent sun damage on their skin... Read More Wound Healing Center recognized with national award July 10, 2020 HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital’s Wound Healing Center has changed the lives of many people in the region by bringing healing and allowing people to return to their active lives... Read More Be Safe this 4th of July Holiday June 30, 2020 With the Fourth of July just around the corner, thoughts turn to celebrating the holiday with fireworks. Although fireworks can be exciting, festive and fun, your HSHS Illinois hospitals want to... Read More Outpatient and Visitors Entrance begins limited reopening June 25, 2020 HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital began a limited re-opening of the Prairie Heart Institute entrance to the hospital to allow outpatients and visitors access to the facility without having... Read More Ticks and Lyme Disease June 17, 2020 With the official start of summer just around the corner, many are spending more time outdoors in areas where ticks are active. Follow these tips and reminders to help everyone recognize and treat... Read More Keeping Kids Safe Around Water this Summer June 1, 2020 As the weather heats up and more children and families head to pools and beaches, HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital always wants to remind parents and caregivers to keep an eye on their... Read More EMS Week Honors Front-line Professionals May 18, 2020 During National Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week, HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital recognizes the tremendous role that local EMS partners make to improve health in this region and in... Read More Elective Surgeries and Procedures to Resume May 8, 2020 In accordance with Governor J.B. Pritzker announcement of a modified Stay-At-Home order through May that allows certain elective surgeries for non-life-threatening conditions, HSHS St. Anthony... Read More Reminder: Viruses don't disappear outdoors May 1, 2020 It’s an exciting time in southern Illinois as the forecast predicts a warm weekend, but health officials are reminding communities that COVID-19 and other viruses do not take a break during... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Hospital Shares Important Message During COVID-19 Don’t Delay Emergency Care April 24, 2020 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Heart attacks, strokes, accidents and injuries: These are just a few examples of medical emergencies that can occur at any time, in any place and to any one – even in... Read More A Heart for Others: Seven-Year-Old Making Ear Protectors for Health Care Workers and Others April 17, 2020 During this time of the “stay-at-home” order, lots of kids might be taking this time to play video games or watch TV when they have downtime from doing their schoolwork. But 7... Read More Managing Stress During a Pandemic April 14, 2020 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – In navigating the evolving situation regarding coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), it’s important that people are mindful of their stress levels given all the changes... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital Temporarily Closing Prairie Heart Institute Entrance April 12, 2020 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Out of an abundance of caution, HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital is temporarily closing its Prairie Heart Institute entrance off of Maple Street effective Monday... Read More CDC and Surgeon General recommending universal masking April 12, 2020 The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the U.S. Surgeon General recommend the practice of universal masking when in public and interacting with others. Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Convenient Care Temporarily Closing April 6, 2020 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Out of an abundance of caution with novel coronavirus (COVID-19) cases expanding throughout Illinois including the southern Illinois region, HSHS St. Anthony’s... Read More HSHS Home Care and Hospice Delivers Baskets of Blessings to Patients April 3, 2020 ILLINOIS — HSHS Home Care & Hospice Southern Illinois and HSHS Home Care Central Illinois teamed up to prepare and deliver Baskets of Blessings to their home care and hospice... Read More “Hearts for Health Care” Encourages Community Members to Spread the Love for Health Care Workers March 30, 2020 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital and HSHS Southern Illinois Home Care and Hospice have received a lot of support already during this COVID-19 health crisis with... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital Accepting Donations of Sewn Non-Clinical Face Masks March 24, 2020 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – As potential shortages of masks and other personal protective equipment are being reported in the news, HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital has received several... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital No Longer Allowing Visitors to Keep Patients March 19, 2020 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – With the spike in novel coronavirus (COVID-19) cases throughout Illinois including the southern Illinois region, HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital is no longer... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital Suspending Valet Services March 18, 2020 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital continues to take steps to help prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus throughout the community and to keep hospital... Read More Visitor Restrictions March 13, 2020 In an effort to control the spread of the COVID-19 virus into our hospital and throughout the community we are imposing visitor restrictions: Read More Hospital Event Cancellations March 13, 2020 Out of an abundance of caution, HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital has regretfully decided to cancel the following events. In consultation with the Effingham County Health Department,... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital Recognized as a Top 100 Rural & Community Hospital March 4, 2020 HSHS St. Anthony’s was recently was recently named a 2020 Top 100 Rural & Community Hospital by The Chartis Center for Rural Health. Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital Reminds Community of Visiting Guidelines During Flu Season March 3, 2020 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – With flu activity still very high in our area of Illinois, visitors to HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital are reminded of the important role everyone plays in... Read More HSHS Athletes Advantage Trainers honored during National Athletic Training Month March 3, 2020 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – The Certified Athletic Trainers (ATs) of HSHS Athletes Advantage Sports Medicine at HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital are celebrating National Athletic Training... Read More The Top Three Risk Factors for Heart Disease February 26, 2020 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Half of all Americans have at least one of the top three risk factors for heart disease, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The top three risk... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Wound Healing Center Raises Awareness about the Impact of Heart Health February 24, 2020 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – An alarming 33% of Americans currently suffer from cardiovascular disease. During Heart Health Awareness Month, HSHS St. Anthony’s Wound Healing Center, a member of... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital Highlights Awareness on Seasonal Affective Disorder February 12, 2020 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – While love may be in the air with Valentine’s Day, the cold wintery days with little to no sun can be difficult to handle for many. These winter days that are short... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital to hold Colorectal Cancer Awareness Events February 11, 2020 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Did you know that colorectal cancer is the nation’s second-leading cause of cancer-related deaths when men and women are combined? Read More Informational Program on Human Trafficking Scheduled for February 27 at HSHS St. Anthony’s Hospital February 10, 2020 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – The Effingham County Medical Society and HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital will be hosting a public information session on the topic of Human Trafficking, on... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital hold Colorectal Cancer Awareness Event February 7, 2020 (NEWTON, IL) – Did you know that colorectal cancer is the nation’s second-leading cause of cancer-related deaths when men and women are combined? HSHS St. Anthony’s... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital’s “Walk With a Doc” on Saturday, February 15 February 7, 2020 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Do you want to learn about the “heart of a woman” while taking steps to improve your heart health? Then join HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital at their... Read More Prairie Heart Institute Provider to Speak at Senior Services of Effingham County Lunch and Learn February 6, 2020 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – To celebrate Heart Month, HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital is partnering with Senior Services of Effingham County (ECCOA) to host their February &ldquo... Read More Community invited to “Cram the Cars” with Canned Goods for Catholic Charities February 5, 2020 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – In recognition of February being National Canned Food Month, HSHS Home Care and Hospice Southern Illinois, along with Dan Hecht Chevrolet Toyota and Roy Schmidt Honda,... Read More American Heart Month: What You Should Know About Heart Attacks February 4, 2020 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Every 40 seconds, someone in the United States has a heart attack, according to the American Heart Association. During American Heart Month, the heart experts... Read More Community invited to “Leap Year” Trivia Night Fundraiser February 29 at HSHS St. Anthony’s Hospital January 28, 2020 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Community members are invited to “leap” into action to support the United Way of Effingham County with a Trivia Night at HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Foundation invites community to annual “Butterfly Ball” on March 14 January 21, 2020 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Foundation invites the community to the annual “Butterfly Ball” on Saturday, March 14, co-sponsored by Central Illinois Radiological... Read More Community Invited to Prayer Service in Honor of National Guard Regiment Deployment January 16, 2020 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital will be holding a short prayer service on Tuesday, January 21 in honor of the men and women from the Illinois Army National Guard... Read More Chelsea Gouchenouer named Medical/Surgical Nursing Manager at HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital January 15, 2020 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital is pleased to announce that Chelsea Gouchenouer, RN, BSN, was recently named a new manager of nursing at St. Anthony’s... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital’s “Walk With a Doc” on Saturday, January 18 January 10, 2020 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Did you make a New Year’s resolution to eat better and get healthier? Then join HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital at their next monthly “JustWalk... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital Earns Blue Distinction® Center Designation for Quality in Knee and Hip Replacement Surgeries January 10, 2020 [EFFINGHAM, IL] – Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois has selected HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital as a Blue Distinction Center for Knee and Hip Replacement, part of the Blue... Read More Free Radon Detection Kits to be Distributed at HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital January 3, 2020 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital has partnered with the Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) and the American Lung Association to provide education and... Read More New Year’s Baby of 2020 born at HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital January 2, 2020 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital proudly welcomed Aria Hope Kresin as the first baby born at the hospital in 2020. She was born at 1:27 p.m. on Wednesday... Read More Most popular baby names at HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital in 2019 December 26, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – A name says something about a person – noble, kind, charitable or simply derived from another name. Below are the top five baby boy and baby girl names at HSHS St... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital honors nurse Rita Habing with National DAISY Award December 17, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital recently awarded Rita Habing, RN, with The DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses® for the past quarter (October-December 2019).... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital honors Respiratory Therapist Jenna Cook with Hospital BEE Award December 17, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital recently awarded Jenna Cook, respiratory therapist, with the hospital’s Be Extraordinary Everyday (BEE) Award for the past... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital’s “Walk With a Doc” on Saturday, December 21 December 13, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Want to stay active this holiday season? Then join HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital at their next monthly “JustWalk™” Walk With a Doc walking... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital Honors Military Volunteers December 13, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – To honor their colleagues who serve as volunteers in branches of the military, HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital joined with the Illinois Employer of the Guard and... Read More HSHS Southern Illinois Division Hospitals Adjust Visiting Guidelines During Flu Season December 13, 2019 (O’FALLON, EFFINGHAM, BREESE, GREENVILLE, HIGHLAND, IL) – With flu activity now classified as regional in our area of Illinois, visitors to the hospitals in the HSHS Southern Illinois... Read More Crisis Nursery of Effingham County Thanks Community for Support December 12, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – The Tuesday after Thanksgiving is traditionally celebrated as “Giving Tuesday” and on Tuesday, December 3, area residents gave from their hearts to support the... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital honors Medical Staff and supporters December 10, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital recently honored members of the hospital leadership groups and Medical Staff at its Annual Recognition Social held December 3 at... Read More Adam Pullen named Director of Wound Healing Center at HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital December 6, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital is pleased to announce that Adam Pullen was recently named the new Director of the Wound Healing Center. Read More Tips for Diabetes Awareness Month November 27, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – November is American Diabetes Month and the health care experts at HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital are working to increase awareness about diabetes as well... Read More Emergency department entrance to be temporarily relocated at HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital November 26, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – There will be a temporary relocation of the Emergency entrance for four days, starting Monday, December 2 through December 5, 2019. Read More Lung Cancer Awareness Month Brings Attention to Healthy Lungs and Early Screening November 26, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Lung cancer continues to be one of the most common cancers worldwide, claiming more lives yearly than breast, colon and prostate cancers combined. It is estimated that lung... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital shares tips about choosing your 2020 health plan November 21, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital is committed to providing patients with the highest quality care that is easily accessible and affordable. As part of a... Read More Mayor designates Home Care and Hospice Month November 19, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Effingham Mayor Mike Schutzbach recently signed a proclamation designating November 2019 as Home Care and Hospice Month. Read More St. Hildegard von Bingen Schola and Le Petite Flamme to perform at HSHS St. Anthony’s Hospital November 15, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – The St. Hildegard von Bingen Schola and sister choir Le Petite Flamme have announced the dates of their Christmas concert. The concert is Sunday, December 1 at 4 p.m... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital encourages smokers to make a plan to quit smoking November 13, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital is encouraging everyone to commit or recommit to healthy, smoke-free lives by participating in the American Cancer Society’s... Read More HSHS Home Care and Hospice Southern Illinois celebrates National Home Care and Hospice Month November 13, 2019 (O’FALLON, EFFINGHAM, BREESE, GREENVILLE, HIGHLAND, IL) – HSHS Home Care and Hospice Southern Illinois is celebrating November 2019 as National Home Care and Hospice Month. During the... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital’s “Walk With a Doc” on Saturday, November 16 November 11, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Want to stay active heading into the holiday season? Then join HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital at their next monthly “JustWalk™” Walk With a Doc... Read More Crisis Nursery of Effingham County to benefit from “Day of Giving” Donate-a-thon November 11, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Annually, WCIA-TV of Champaign hosts a “Day of Giving” during the holiday season to encourage area residents to support local agencies. This year’s &ldquo... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital welcomes new physicians and advanced practice providers November 1, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital continues to expand their Medical Staff and advanced practice providers to meet the health care needs of area residents, both now... Read More Halloween Health and Safety Tips October 22, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – With Halloween and trick-or-treating right around the corner, HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital encourages everyone to make the health and safety of their family a... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital honors patient transporter Stephanie Shaffer with BEE Award October 18, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital recently awarded Stephanie Shaffer, patient transporter, with the hospital’s Be Extraordinary Everyday (BEE) Award for the... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital honors nurse Brittni Hankins with National DAISY Award October 18, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital recently awarded Brittni Hankins, RN, with The DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses® for the past quarter (July-September 2019... Read More Harvest Time Safety – Avoid Electronic Distractions While Driving October 18, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Fall means harvest time and as farmers are getting into the fields, that also means they need to navigate their combines and implements on roadways. HSHS St. Anthony... Read More “Walk With a Doc” on Saturday, October 19 to focus on breast cancer awareness October 14, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Want to enjoy the nice fall weather and our beautiful TREC trail while taking steps to get in shape? Then join HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital at their next... Read More October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month October 8, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which is a national campaign to increase awareness of the disease, encourage women to get their annual mammogram and to offer... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital Colorectal Cancer Awareness Events October 7, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital is concerned about the health of the community and demonstrates this through many area health screenings. One recent initiative of... Read More Mobile Simulation Unit from St. John’s College offers realistic training scenarios October 4, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Recently, a mobile simulation unit from St. John’s College in Springfield allowed nurses at HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital to learn, practice and enhance... Read More Mayor designates Breast Cancer Awareness Month October 4, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Effingham Mayor Mike Schutzbach recently signed a proclamation designating October 2019 as Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Read More Mayor designates Breast Cancer Awareness Month October 2, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Effingham Mayor Mike Schutzbach recently signed a proclamation designating October 2019 as Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Read More Community Invited to Cookout to Celebrate Five-Year Anniversary of HSHS Hospice Southern Illinois October 2, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS Home Care and Hospice Southern Illinois caregiving team cordially invites the community to a celebration cookout for the five-year anniversary of the hospice program... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital Conducts Blessing and Ribbon-cutting of Emergency Department September 24, 2019 On Monday, September 23, HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital conducted a blessing ceremony and ceremonial ribbon-cutting of their renovated Emergency Department. The renovation, which began... Read More Clogged Arteries in Legs Pose Major Health Risk September 19, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – September is Peripheral Artery Disease Awareness month. Peripheral artery disease affects as many as 12 million people in the United States, and increases in... Read More Women Invited to Discover the Possibilities and Regain Their Sense of Well-Being September 19, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Ladies, when is the last time you indulged in an evening out for yourselves? Call a friend and attend HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital’s Women’s... Read More Andrew Gobczynski Big Heart Foundation Donates Equipment for Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehabilitation September 17, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital recently received a generous donation of $5,000 from the Andrew Gobczynski Big Heart Foundation (AGBHF) for the purchase of a... Read More Community invited to join HSHS St. Anthony’s Superhero Challenge on October 26 September 13, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Community members wanting to get healthier have an opportunity to become a “superhero” for the day and join in the 2019 Superhero Challenge on Saturday, October... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital Encourages Awareness about Sepsis September 12, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – September marks Sepsis Awareness Month, dedicated to putting a spotlight on the third leading cause of death in the U.S. – sepsis. Read More Learn about recognizing the signs of sepsis while exercising on the TREC Trail at “Walk With a Doc” Saturday, September 21 September 12, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Want to enjoy the nice fall weather and our beautiful TREC trail while taking steps to get in shape? Then join HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital at their next... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital Receives Prestigious International Award September 6, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Baby-Friendly USA, recently announced that HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital has received prestigious international recognition as a Designated Baby... Read More New Medical Students welcomed at HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital August 23, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Recently, HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital proudly welcomed six new third-year medical students from Liberty University College of Osteopathic Medicine (LUCOM) in... Read More Susan Faber named Lab Manager at HSHS St. Anthony’s Hospital August 23, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital is pleased to announce that Susan Faber, MLS(ASCP)CM, BSHA, was recently named the new Laboratory manager at St. Anthony’s. Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital’s Emergency department renovation complete August 22, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital is excited to announce that their three-phased renovation of the hospital’s Emergency department is coming to a close. The... Read More More comfortable mammogram with same high quality now available at two convenient locations August 13, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – With pain being the number one complaint of women during mammograms, this fear of pain prevents many women from making regular breast imaging appointments a priority. By... Read More Learn about maintaining good mental health while exercising on the TREC Trail at “Walk With a Doc” August 9, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Want to enjoy the warm weather and our beautiful TREC trail while taking steps to get in shape? Then join HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital at their next monthly... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital Congratulates MD Anderson Cancer Center Ranked as Nation’s Best Hospital for Cancer Care in Annual Survey August 8, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – In a recent release of the U.S. News & World Report’s annual “Best Hospitals” survey, MD Anderson Cancer Center was ranked... Read More Back-to-School Health Tips August 8, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – As the remaining days of summer end and a new school year begins, HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital reminds parents that it is time to prepare their child for the... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital Reminds Mothers about Benefits of Breastfeeding July 30, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – During National Breastfeeding Month this August, and specifically World Breastfeeding Week August 1-7, the Women and Infants Center at HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial... Read More Abbott EMS honors those who save lives July 30, 2019 Abbott Ambulance (Abbott EMS) recently hosted their 2019 Clinical Save Banquet in Columbia, IL. This annual event honors Abbott dispatchers, EMTs and paramedics that have played a crucial... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital honors physical therapy assistant Billy Beer with BEE Award July 24, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital recently awarded Billy Beer, an HSHS Home Care physical therapy assistant, with their Be Extraordinary Everyday (BEE) Award for... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital honors nurse Bev Wodtka with National DAISY Award July 24, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital recently awarded Bev Wodtka, RN, with The DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses® for the past quarter (April-June 2019). The... Read More Dr. Jeff Jenson joins HSHS St. Anthony’s Wound Healing Center’s Care Team one day a week July 23, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Dr. Jeff Jenson, family medicine, recently joined St. Anthony’s Wound Healing Center’s care team to see patients one clinic a week at the center. The... Read More Fairs and Festival Fun – How to Stay Safe This Summer July 16, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Summers are synonymous with fairs, festivals, outdoor concerts, and carnivals. Good music, tasty food, and fun rides and games at these events draw large crowds every... Read More Learn about excessive heat illnesses while exercising on the TREC Trail at “Walk With a Doc” July 12, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Want to enjoy the warm weather and our beautiful TREC trail while taking steps to get in shape this summer? Then join HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital at their... Read More Come get free health screenings at the Effingham County Fair July 28 through August 2 July 3, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – The Effingham County Fair is a fun time for families and people of all ages. It also offers an opportunity to get a free health screening and learn about health topics... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital Foundation invites community to 11th Annual Golf Benefit June 26, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – The HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital Foundation invites you to be a part of their 11th Annual Golf Benefit on Friday, July 19 at the Effingham Country Club... Read More HSHS Southern Illinois Division Hospitals Honors Program Graduates June 25, 2019 (O’FALLON, IL) – HSHS Southern Illinois Division (SID) hospitals recently held a Professional Development Transition Ceremony and reception for 12 Registered Nurses who completed... Read More Safe Swimming Tips for Summer June 20, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Swimming is a great way to relax and beat the heat, but before you pack your towels and sunscreen and head to your favorite swimming hole, HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital Urges You to Play It Safe around Fireworks this Fourth of July June 14, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) –Though fireworks are exciting, festive and fun, HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital wants to remind community members that fireworks can also be dangerous. June 1... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital welcomes new Amputee Support Group June 14, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Nearly 2 million people living in the United States have experienced limb loss, according to the Amputee Coalition, a national nonprofit patient advocacy organization... Read More Join HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital at “Walk With a Doc” on Saturday, June 15 June 10, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Want to enjoy the warm weather and our beautiful TREC trail while getting in shape for this summer? Then join HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital at their next... Read More Learn more about Effingham County transportation option through online video June 10, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) –HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital recently partnered with Effingham County Public Transportation on a joint video project. This project is part of the hospital&rsquo... Read More Health Occupations Program helps area students find their career path June 6, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – For the past 27 years, the Health Occupations Program has helped area high school seniors decide if they want to pursue a health care career. The program, conducted by... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Wound Healing Center Participates In Sixth Annual Healogics Wound Care Awareness Week June 4, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital’s Wound Healing Center, a member of the Healogics network, is helping raise awareness of chronic wounds during the sixth... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital to Launch New Epic Electronic Health Record System May 30, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital will soon go live with Epic, a new electronic health record (EHR) system as part of their ongoing commitment to patient safety... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital honors colleagues for years of service May 29, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital recently held colleague celebration events during “I Promise Week” (a special St. Anthony’s theme for National... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital names 2019 I Promise Award Winners May 29, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Each year, HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital presents an “I Promise Award” to the four people who are most representative of the hospital’s four... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital’s Wound Healing Center One of Four Consecutive Winners May 29, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital’s Wound Healing Center has changed the lives of many people in the region by bringing healing and allowing people to return... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital partners with Heartland Human Services May 23, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – May is National Mental Health Awareness month. Now is a good time to remember that you’re not alone. Everyone needs help from time to time. If you or someone you know... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital Revising Policy for Self-Administered Medications May 22, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital is making a policy change involving self-administered medications to enhance the safety and quality of care for patients who use... Read More With elderly at risk for chronic wounds, HSHS St. Anthony’s Wound Healing Center offers tips May 16, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – According to the latest U.S. Census figures, there are now more Americans age 65 and older than at any other time in U.S. history. That number is expected to... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital ER partners with tele-stroke network that has aided 3,000 May 14, 2019 Milestone celebrated on “National Stroke Month” Since 2015, HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital has been a member of an emergency room tele-stroke network launched by Hospital... Read More Join HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital at “Walk With a Doc” on Saturday, May 18 May 13, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Want to get ready for the summer season by getting healthy and more active? Then join HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital at their next monthly “JustWalk™... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital partners with St. Anthony High School May 13, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Quiet gasps and chuckles could be heard from students as they viewed a baby sucking his thumb. Similar reactions were repeated later when other students watched a baby... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital’s Emergency department canopy entrance to be used temporarily May 10, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – As HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital nears the home stretch of its Emergency department renovation project, phase three will impact the hospital’s ambulance... Read More Community invited to Butterfly Release in HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital Healing Garden May 16 May 6, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital invites community members to join them for a Butterfly Release on Thursday, May 16 at 5 p.m. in the hospital Healing Garden... Read More Area businesses learn about how to achieve excellence in their orginizations May 1, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Representatives from area businesses gained insight and information about how their organization could achieve excellence at the “Journey to Excellence&rdquo... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital honors Nurse Joyce Boggs with quarterly DAISY Award May 1, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital recently awarded Joyce Boggs, RN, with The DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses® for the past quarter (January-March 2019... Read More St. Hildegard von Bingen Schola and Le Petite Flamme to perform at HSHS St. Anthony’s Hospital April 23, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – REVISED DATE: HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital is pleased to announce that the St. Hildegard von Bingen Schola and sister choir Le Petite Flamme will present... Read More Community invited to retirement reception for Reverend Ralph Zetzl April 23, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Reverend Ralph Zetzl, OFM, sacramental chaplain at HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital, will be retiring on Friday, May 3. Rev. Zetzl will be celebrating his last... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital’s Wound Healing Center offers foot health tips April 19, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – April is National Foot Health Awareness Month and a time when the experts at HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital’s Wound Healing Center suggests... Read More Understanding Universal Masking April 13, 2019 The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the U.S. Surgeon General recommend the practice of universal masking when in public and interacting with others. Universal masking, in... Read More HSHS Southern Illinois Division Hospitals showcase at State Capitol Quality Improvement Initiatives that Advance Care and Reduce Costs April 12, 2019 (SPRINGFIELD, IL) – A number of quality improvement initiatives undertaken by HSHS Southern Illinois Division hospitals were on display in the State Capitol on April 3 as part of the... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital’s “Walk With a Doc” on Saturday, April 20 April 11, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Want to get ready for the summer season by getting healthy and more active? Then join HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital at their next monthly “JustWalk™... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital offering Safe@Home program by Safe Sitter April 5, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital is offering Safe@Home (by Safe Sitter®), a program designed for students currently in grades 4-6 to prepare them to be safe... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Hospital invite area businesses to free “Journey to Excellence” Conference April 1, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital and the Effingham County Chamber of Commerce are partnering on a new event that will allow area businesses on similar quality... Read More HSHS Home Care and Hospice “Crams the Car” with Canned Goods for Catholic Charities March 29, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – In recognition of February being National Canned Food Month, HSHS Home Care and Hospice Southern Illinois recently teamed up with HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Hospital Thanks local Sisters’ contributions for National Catholic Sisters Week March 27, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – National Catholic Sisters Week, a component of Women’s History Month, is celebrated annually from March 8-14 as a dedicated celebration of Catholic Sisters... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital expresses thanks in honor of National Doctors’ Day, March 30 March 26, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Medical providers will be honored at health care organizations throughout the country March 30, 2019 during National Doctors’ Day. This annual event recognizes... Read More Bobbi Kinkelaar named Chief Nursing Officer at HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital March 26, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital is pleased to announce that Bobbi Kinkelaar, RN, MSN, has been named the new Chief Nursing Officer for HSHS St. Anthony&rsquo... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Wound Healing Center and Nutrition Services recognize National Nutrition Month March 25, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – It is estimated that 30.3 million people in the United States are living with diabetes. Of those affected, over two million are suffering from a diabetic foot ulcer right... Read More Ashley Vincent named Manager of Women and Infants Center at HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital March 15, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital is pleased to announce that Ashley Vincent, BSN, RNC-OB, was recently named the new manager of the hospital’s Women and... Read More Jeff Vail named Director of Performance Improvement at HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital March 15, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital is pleased to announce that Jeff Vail has accepted the position of Director of Performance Improvement. Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital Auxiliary accepting applications for health care scholarship March 15, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – The HSHS St Anthony’s Memorial Hospital’s Auxiliary is currently accepting applications for their scholarship program. Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital’s “Walk With a Doc” scheduled for March 16 March 12, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – With March being Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital is encouraging area residents to take steps to improve their health. One... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital to host Community Connected Care Collaborative Program March 6, 2019 (Effingham, IL) – The Community Connected Care Collaborative, in partnership with HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital, invites members of the greater Effingham community to join them... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Women’s Wellness now offering two convenient locations for 3D mammography March 6, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital’s Women’s Wellness is now offering two convenient locations for 3D mammography in Effingham. Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital to host Trauma Informed Care Training April 4 March 6, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – A Trauma Informed Care training will be conducted on Thursday, April 4 at HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital in the St. Anthony Room of the Auditorium. Facilitator... Read More HSHS Athletes Advantage Trainers honored during National Athletic Training Month March 6, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – The Certified Athletic Trainers of HSHS Athletes Advantage Sports Medicine at HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital are celebrating National Athletic Training... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital launches advanced hand hygiene monitoring technology March 5, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s has recently been recognized by a number of organizations for its performance excellence and patient safety. They were recently named one of... Read More When Chest Pain Occurs Always Dial, Never Drive February 28, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Each year, 1.2 million Americans will suffer a cardiac emergency. About one third of these patients will die before they reach the hospital for one critical reason: A... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital to hold Colorectal Cancer Awareness Events February 27, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital is concerned about the health of the community. Because of this, St. Anthony’s has made the pledge to help increase... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Hospital Recognized as a 2019 Top 100 Rural & Community Hospital February 27, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital in Effingham, Illinois was recently named one of the Top 100 Rural & Community Hospitals in the United States by The... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital partners with Effingham Fire Department February 21, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – When HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital opened their new St. Anthony’s Health Center in December 2018, there were plans to raze the previous Open MRI... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Hospital donates Automated External Defibrillators to St. Anthony’s High School February 21, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – On Friday, February 15 at St. Anthony High School’s basketball game during Senior Night, HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital donated two Automated External... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Wound Healing Center raises awareness on the impact of heart health on wounds February 21, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – An alarming 33 percent of Americans currently suffer from cardiovascular disease. During Heart Health Awareness Month, HSHS St. Anthony’s Wound Healing Center, a... Read More Free lunch and learn on Navigating Public Transportation to be conducted by Rides Mass Transit February 21, 2019 (NEWTON, IL) – On Friday, March 8, a free presentation and luncheon on Navigating Public Transportation will be conducted in Newton by Rides Mass Transit in partnership with HSHS St. Anthony... Read More Community invited to open house on March 2 for new HSHS St. Anthony’s Diagnostic Center in Newton February 20, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – The community is invited to attend the Open House for St. Anthony’s new Diagnostic Center in Newton on Saturday, March 2, located in the new Newton Medical Complex at... Read More Prairie Heart Institute of Illinois Launches “Check the Fridge” Initiative February 20, 2019 Check the Fridge Flyer EFFINGHAM – Prairie Heart Institute of Illinois has launched a program called “Check The Fridge” to aid EMS in getting current medications, allergies... Read More Kelly Sager named President and CEO of HSHS Holy Family Hospital in Greenville February 15, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS) today announced the appointment of Kelly Sager to serve as the president and chief executive officer (CEO) of HSHS Holy... Read More Hospital Sisters Health System celebrates 40 years of incorporation February 13, 2019 SPRINGFIELD, IL – Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS) is commemorating the 40th anniversary of its incorporation, which took place on December 26, 1978. A celebration was... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital donates Defibrillator to the Effingham Child Development Center February 13, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital recently donated an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) to the Effingham Child Development Center to assist them in... Read More Check Your Heart: HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital’s “Walk With a Doc” scheduled for February 16 February 12, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – With February being American Heart Month, HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital is encouraging area residents to take steps to improve their heart health. ... Read More Mayor designates Heart Health Month February 6, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Effingham Mayor Jeff Bloemker recently signed a proclamation designating February 2019 as Heart Health Month. Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital adjusts visiting guidelines during flu season February 1, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – With flu activity now classified as regional in our area of Illinois, visitors to HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital are reminded of the important role everyone... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital invites community to annual “Butterfly Ball” on March 9 January 31, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Foundation invites the community to the annual “Butterfly Ball” on Saturday, March 9, co-sponsored by Central Illinois Radiological... Read More Community invited to “Cram the Cars” with Canned Goods for Catholic Charities January 31, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – In recognition of February being National Canned Food Month, HSHS Home Care and Hospice Southern Illinois, along with Dan Hecht Chevrolet Toyota and Roy Schmidt Honda,... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital partners with to hold Colorectal Cancer Awareness Event January 24, 2019 (NEWTON, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital is concerned about the health of the community. Because of this, St. Anthony’s has made the pledge to help increase colorectal... Read More “Walk With a Doc” canceled due to the possibility of inclement weather January 15, 2019 For cases of inclement weather, please check the hospital’s Facebook page at www.facebook.com/StAnthonysMemorialHospital or listen to local radio stations for notices about... Read More Prairie Heart Institute at HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital stresses snow shoveling safety January 11, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Winter is here and snow has already covered many regions of the United States. With the approaching snow event expected for the southcentral Illinois area, the doctors at... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital receives Acute Stroke Ready Hospital designation January 10, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital was recently designated as an Acute Stroke Ready Hospital by the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH). IDPH identifies... Read More MDsave and HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital Partner to Help Patients Save Money and Access Care January 4, 2019 MDsave and HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital are working together to help local residents without insurance save money and get more of the medical care they need. Through the MDsave... Read More New Year’s Baby of 2019 born at HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital January 2, 2019 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital proudly welcomed Alice Rayann Warner as the first baby born at the hospital in 2019. She was born at 5:17 a.m. on... Read More Most popular baby names at HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital’s Women and Infants Center in 2018 December 28, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – A name says something about a person – noble, kind, charitable or simply derived from another name. Below are the top five baby boy and baby girl names at HSHS St... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital honors Medical Staff and supporters December 20, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital recently honored members of the hospital leadership groups and Medical Staff at its Annual Recognition Social on November 27. Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital honors nurses with inaugural DAISY Awards December 20, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital recently awarded Laura Hickenbottom, NPP-BC, with The DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses®. Hickenbottom has served as... Read More Michelle Kenny named Hospice and Supportive Care Manager December 18, 2018 (BELLEVILLE, IL) – HSHS Hospice Southern Illinois is pleased to announce that Michelle Kenny has accepted the position of their Hospice and Supportive Care manager. She has been... Read More Bobbi Kinkelaar named Executive Director of Nursing Operations December 18, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital is pleased to announce that Bobbi Kinkelaar has accepted the position of Executive Director of Nursing Operations. She has... Read More Wound Healing Center offers tips for healthy holiday eating while living with diabetes December 17, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Choosing the right foods to eat during the holidays is important for everyone, but especially for people living with diabetes. HSHS St. Anthony’s Wound Healing Center,... Read More Diabetes Education Self-Management Program helps people better manage their disease December 7, 2018 Diabetes is a serious disease affecting 29.1 million people in the United States. Successful self-management can promote wellness and prevent complications associated with diabetes. Read More “Walk With a Doc” scheduled for December 15 at the Workman Sports and Wellness Complex December 7, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Want to stay active heading into the holiday season? HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital will host their next monthly “JustWalk™” Walk With a Doc... Read More Ruholl family donates CuddleCot to HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital’s Women and Infants Center December 6, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Losing a baby is one of the hardest things a couple can go through. For Dustin and Tasha Ruholl of Teutopolis, they experienced this loss on October 16, 2017 when... Read More Freshstart® smoking cessation program offered at HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital December 6, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Do you want help in learning how to overcome your tobacco addiction so you can enjoy the benefits of better health, extra money in your pocket and healthier relationships? Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital conducts ribbon-cutting of new outpatient Health Center November 30, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – On Thursday, November 29, HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital ceremonially opened its newest facility, bringing convenient, high quality care to the community... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital Awarded 2018 Bronze Award November 28, 2018 Peoria, IL – November 27, 2018 – IMEC has announced HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital of Effingham, IL as a recipient of the 2018 Bronze Award for Commitment to... Read More St. Hildegard von Bingen Schola and Le Petite Flamme to perform at HSHS November 20, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital is pleased to announce that the St. Hildegard von Bingen Schola and sister choir Le Petite Flamme will present their Christmas... Read More Community invited to Trivia Night United Way Fundraiser December 1 at HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital November 19, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Community members are invited to tease their brain and support the United Way of Effingham County with a Trivia Night at HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital on... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Foundation Promotes Local Giving Tuesday November 16, 2018 EFFINGHAM, IL – HSHS St. Anthony’s Foundation has joined the global “Giving Tuesday” effort and asks the community to consider donating to HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial... Read More Ashley Buehnerkemper named Manager of Communications for HvSHS SID Ministries November 13, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital is pleased to announce that Ashley Buehnerkemper was recently named the Manager of Communications within the HSHS Southern... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital’s “Walk With a Doc” scheduled for November 17 November 12, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Want to stay active heading into the holiday season? HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital will host their next monthly “JustWalk™” Walk With a Doc... Read More Hospital Sisters Health System Receives ‘Most Wired’ Award November 8, 2018 SPRINGFIELD, Ill.— The College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME) designated Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS) for 2018 Most Wired recognition for the second... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s encourages smokers to make a plan to quit smoking November 7, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital is encouraging everyone to commit or recommit to healthy, smoke-free lives by participating in the American Cancer Society’s... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital announces Management Promotions October 25, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital is pleased to announce recent promotions for several colleagues to its management team. Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Wound Healing Center Raises Awareness of Diabetic Foot Ulcer Recurrence October 24, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – The Wound Healing Center at HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital, a member of the Healogics network, is participating in Healogics’ National Diabetes... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Women’s Wellness Center earns ACR Accreditation for Mammography October 16, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital’s Women’s Wellness Center has been awarded a three-year term of accreditation in mammography as the result of a recent... Read More Tips about choosing your 2019 health plan HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital shares October 16, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital is committed to providing patients with the highest quality care that is easily accessible and affordable. As part of a... Read More Join HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital for “Walk With a Doc” on October 20 at the TREC October 15, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Before the winter comes and we are stuck indoors, here is an opportunity to get some exercise and enjoy our beautiful trail system. Join HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital expands specialty care for hospital patients with telemedicine October 11, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital continues to seek ways to allow area residents to get advanced specialty care close to home. One of the latest steps is the... Read More Mayor designates Breast Cancer Awareness Month October 3, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Effingham Mayor Jeff T. Bloemker recently signed a proclamation designating October 2018 as Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Read More HSHS Athletes Advantage Sports Medicine now being offered to area athletes by HSHS St. Anthony’s September 28, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital is proud to announce that area athletes have access to athletic training services through HSHS Athletes Advantage Sports Medicine.... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital recognizes Sepsis Awareness Month September 20, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – September marks Sepsis Awareness Month, dedicated to putting a spotlight on the third leading cause of death in the U.S. – sepsis. Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital conducting annual Women’s Wellness Event on October 18 September 20, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Ladies, when is the last time you indulged in an evening out for yourselves? Call a friend and attend HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital’s Women’s... Read More Clogged Arteries in Legs Pose Major Health Risk September 19, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) is a condition that develops when the arteries that supply oxygen-rich blood to the arms and legs become completely or partially... Read More New Emergency department entrance now open at HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital September 10, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – The new Emergency department entrance is now open off of Mulberry Street, following a recent review by the Illinois Department of Public Health (IPDH). The IDPH... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Wound Healing Center offers tips for those caring for ill, disabled or elderly September 6, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Nearly 66 million caregivers in the United States provide care to someone who is ill, disabled or elderly, and make up almost 29 percent of the U.S. adult population... Read More Bishop Thomas John Paprocki joins HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital September 4, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Since 1993, there has been Perpetual Adoration of the Eucharist in HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital’s chapel. This year, in honor of the 25th ... Read More Join HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital for a special evening “Walk With a Doc” on September 7 September 4, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Do you want to enjoy the evening and our beautiful TREC trail while getting in shape? HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital invites families to come out for a... Read More 2018-19 third-year medical students from Liberty University College of Osteopathic Medicine August 23, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – On Monday, July 30, HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital proudly welcomed 10 third-year medical students from Liberty University College of Osteopathic Medicine... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital shares tips to prevent and recognize heatstroke August 23, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Even though the new school year has begun, it doesn’t mean that summer is over. There are typically plenty of hot and humid days well into September, and with outdoor... Read More Books for Baby Project Launch August 23, 2018 The Effingham Public Library is pleased to announce that it is partnering with the Koboldt Trust, HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital, HSHS St. Anthony’s Foundation and Family... Read More Hospital Sisters Health System Telehealth Expansion Plan Signed into Law August 22, 2018 SPRINGFIELD, IL – Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS) today announced that Illinois Governor Bruce Rauner signed into law Senate Bill 3049. It will go into effect on January 1... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Foundation raises $36,000 for hospital’s Emergency Department August 16, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – The HSHS St. Anthony’s Foundation 10th Annual Golf Benefit held July 20 was a big success. The event, which evolved through a partnership with Jonathan... Read More Community invited to join Superhero Race September 15 at Workman Sports Complex August 10, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Community members wanting to get healthier have an opportunity to become a “superhero” for the day and join in the 2018 Superhero Race on Saturday, September 15,... Read More Kelly Sager named Chief Nursing Executive for HSHS Southern Illinois Division August 8, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital is pleased to announce that Kelly Sager, RN, MHA, recently was named the Chief Nursing Executive for the Southern Illinois... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Convenient Care now offering online reservations to “save your spot” August 7, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital is pleased to now offer online reservations that that allows patients to “save their spot” at St. Anthony’s... Read More Women and Infants Center Reminds Mothers about Benefits of Breastfeeding August 3, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – During National Breastfeeding Month, the Women and Infants Center at HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital reminds new and expectant mothers about the importance... Read More World Lung Cancer Day, August 1, raises awareness about healthy lungs and early screening July 31, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Lung cancer continues to be one of the most common cancers worldwide, claiming more lives yearly than breast, colon and prostate cancers combined. It is estimated that lung... Read More Theresa Quinn named Director of Cardiovascular Service Line for Prairie Heart Institute at HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital July 23, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital is pleased to announce that Theresa Quinn, RN, BS, was recently named the new Director of the Cardiovascular Service Line for... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital’s Wound Healing Center offers advice on First Aid products July 18, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – In the business world, to do something quickly is to put a Band-Aid on the problem. However, anyone who has walked down a drugstore aisle recently knows that choosing... Read More Join HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital for “Walk With a Doc” on July 21 at the TREC July 16, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – It’s still not too late to get in shape this summer while enjoying our beautiful trail system. Join HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital at their next monthly... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital encourages safety when attending fairs, festivals and carnivals July 16, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Summers are synonymous with fairs, festivals, outdoor concerts, and carnivals. Good music, tasty food, and fun rides and games at these events draw large crowds every... Read More Free health screenings and information at Effingham County Fair July 29 – August 3 July 10, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital recognizes the importance of educating the community on health topics relevant to your lives. Please stop by the St. Anthony... Read More Community Health Needs Assessment and Implementation Plan reports July 6, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital’s Mission has always focused on caring for the poor and the vulnerable in the communities they serve. To continue this... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Wound Healing Center offers insight into edema causes and prevention July 6, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital’s Wound Healing Center wants to educate area residents on health issues that affect many people throughout the United States... Read More Emergency department entrance to be temporarily relocated at HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital July 3, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – As HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital continues its phased renovation of the Emergency department, there will be a temporary relocation of the Emergency... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital Foundation invites community to 10th Annual Golf Benefit on July 20 June 27, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – The HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital Foundation invites you to be a part of their 10th Annual Golf Benefit on Friday, July 20 at the Effingham Country Club... Read More Hospital Auxiliary celebrates achievements and names recipients of their new health care scholarship June 21, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – The HSHS St Anthony’s Memorial Hospital recently honored Auxilians at the Auxiliary Appreciation Event held in early-May during Hospital Week at the hospital... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital names 2018 I Promise award winners June 18, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Each year, HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital presents an “I Promise Award” to the four people who are most representative of the hospital’s... Read More Poverty Simulation Event to be conducted by the University of Illinois Extension Center June 18, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) –A Poverty Simulation Event will be conducted by the University of Illinois Extension in partnership with HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital and the 4th Judicial... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital partners with Heartland Human Services to offer telebehavioral health services June 7, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Access to behavioral health services has been an ongoing concern for the area for an extended period of time. During the most recent Community Health Needs Assessment... Read More Wound Healing Center Participates In Fifth Annual Healogics Wound Care Awareness Week May 24, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – The Wound Healing Center at HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital, a member of the Healogics network, is helping raise awareness of chronic wounds. The fifth annual... Read More Colorectal Cancer Awareness Events help improve health of area residents May 24, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital is concerned about the health of the community and demonstrates this through many area health screenings. One recent initiative of... Read More Remembering care and compassion…42 years later May 24, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital recently welcomed a visitor with a long history at St. Anthony’s. Ron Lovio was in Effingham recently as he traveled... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital honors colleagues for years of service May 15, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital recently held colleague celebration events during “I Promise Week” (a special St. Anthony’s theme for... Read More Mayor designates Nurses Week May 9, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Effingham Mayor Jeff T. Bloemker recently signed a proclamation designating May 6-12, 2018 as Nurses Week. Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital unveils Canticle of the Sun artwork May 9, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – On Wednesday, May 9, HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital held a blessing and unveiling of the first panel of the “Canticle of the Sun&rdquo... Read More Ruben Boyajian, M.D., becomes a Certified Physician of MD Anderson Cancer Network May 9, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital announced today that Ruben Boyajian, M.D., has become the sixth physician from their Medical Staff to become a... Read More Wound Healing Center One of Five Consecutive Winners of National Clinical Excellence Awards May 8, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – The HSHS St. Anthony’s Wound Healing Center is a member of Healogics’ network of over 700 centers, providing high-quality wound care and consulting services... Read More St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital partners with St. Anthony High School May 4, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – For the fifth year in a row, HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital and St. Anthony High School partnered on a program called “Window to the Womb” which... Read More Wound Healing Center offer preventive tips during Older American’s Month May 1, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – According to the latest U.S. Census figures, there are now more Americans age 65 and older than at any other time in U.S. history and that number is expected to... Read More St. Hildegard von Bingen Schola and Le Petite Flamme to perform at HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial April 24, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital is pleased to announce that the St. Hildegard von Bingen Schola and sister choir Le Petite Flamme will present their spring... Read More HSHS Southern Illinois Division leaders meet with Legislators at the State Capitol April 18, 2018 (SPRINGFIELD, IL) – On April 12, leaders from HSHS Southern Illinois Division hospitals met with legislators in the Illinois State Capitol to share quality improvement initiatives they... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital Receives National Award for Achievements in Sustainability April 17, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – In recognition for successful programs to reduce their environmental impact, HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital received the Partner for Change Award from... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital’s “Walk With a Doc” scheduled for April 21, back at the TREC April 11, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Want to get ready for swimsuit season? Then join HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital at their next monthly “JustWalk™” Walk With a Doc walking... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital Auxiliary holding flower sale April 10, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – The HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital Auxiliary is taking prepaid orders for 11” hanging flower baskets. There are three varieties of flowers available for the... Read More Grateful patient gives token of his appreciation to HSHS St. Anthony’s nursing staff April 3, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Recently, the nursing staff on HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital’s Surgical Care floor received a gift from a patient who wanted to express his... Read More Tammy Probst named Clinical Nutrition Services Director at HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital April 2, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital is pleased to announce that Tammy Probst was recently named the Clinical Nutrition Services Director. This is in addition to... Read More Wound Healing Center offers foot health tips during National Foot Health Awareness Month April 2, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – April is National Foot Health Awareness Month and a time when the experts at HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital’s Wound Healing Center suggests... Read More Hospital Generates $321,525,073 Annual Impact on Local and State Economies March 28, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital is a key contributor to the local and state economies, providing steady job growth while improving the health of the residents and... Read More Community invited to Butterfly Release in HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital Healing Garden May 24 March 27, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital invited community members to join them for a Butterfly Release on Thursday, May 24 at 6:30 p.m. in the hospital Healing Garden... Read More Donation from Andrew Gobczynski Big Heart Foundation to Purchase Screening Equipment March 27, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) –The Prairie Heart Foundation at HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital has received a generous donation from the Andrew Gobczynski Big Heart Foundation (AGBHF) for... Read More Physical Rehabilitation and Wellness now offering “dry needling” therapy March 23, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Physical Rehabilitation and Wellness continues to advance the therapies offered to assist people struggling with pain and tension issues. One... Read More Wound Healing Center supports American Diabetes Association Diabetes Alert Day March 23, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Wound Healing Center, a member of the Healogics network, is supporting the American Diabetes Association (ADA) Diabetes Alert Day on... Read More St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital expresses thanks to physicians in honor of National Doctors’ Day March 20, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Medical providers will be honored at health care organizations throughout the country March 30, 2018 during National Doctors’ Day. This annual event recognizes... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital celebrates local Sisters’ contributions March 20, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – National Catholic Sisters Week, a component of Women’s History Month, is celebrated annually from March 8-14 as a dedicated celebration of Catholic Sisters... Read More Advanced Certification for Total Hip and Total Knee Replacement from The Joint Commission March 16, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital announced today it has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Advanced... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital Auxiliary to host a Spring Fling Luncheon April 11 for those interested in joining the Auxiliary March 15, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St Anthony’s Memorial Hospital’s Auxiliary invites anyone interested in becoming an Auxiliary member to join us for the 2018 Spring Fling Luncheon. ... Read More HSHS Home Care & Hospice Southern Illinois to host Community Connected Care Collaborative Program March 15, 2018 (Effingham, IL) – The Community Connected Care Collaborative, in partnership with HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital, invites members of the greater Effingham community to join them... Read More Dr. Ryan Jennings receives Certified Physician Executive credentialing March 12, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – The American Association for Physician Leadership® announced Ryan Jennings, MD, Chief Medical Officer at HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital, has... Read More Mary Huffman named Director of Wound Healing Center at HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital March 7, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital is pleased to announce that Mary Huffman was recently named the new Director of the Wound Healing Center. Read More Conference to explore Conflict as a Catalyst for Understanding February 22, 2018 SPRINGFIELD, IL – Health care providers and students of all disciplines and faith traditions are invited to attend the 2018 Spirituality in Health Care Conference: Conflict as Catalyst... Read More Prairie Cardiovascular Partners with Alivecor's Kardia Pro to Advance Breakthroughs in Cardiac Care February 19, 2018 SPRINGFIELD, IL -- Prairie Cardiovascular announced a two-phased partnership with AliveCor, manufacturer of Kardia Mobile. Kardia Mobile is an FDA-cleared personal EKG device. It’s... Read More When Chest Pain Occurs Always Dial, Never Drive February 14, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Each year, 1.2 million Americans will suffer a cardiac emergency. About one third of these patients will die before they reach the hospital for one critical reason: A delay... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital’s “Walk With a Doc” scheduled for February 17 February 12, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Want to do something good for your heart during Heart Health Awareness Month? HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital will host their next monthly “JustWalk&trade... Read More St. Anthony’s Hospital offering “Open Up Your Heart to Yoga” event to recognize American Heart Month February 5, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – To recognize February as American Heart Month and to encourage people to take steps to improve their heart health, HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital will be... Read More Community invited to “Cram the Cars” with Canned Goods for Catholic Charities February 5, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – In recognition of February being National Canned Food Month, HSHS Home Care and Hospice Southern Illinois, along with Dan Hecht Chevrolet Toyota and Roy Schmidt Honda,... Read More St. Anthony’s and Jasper County Health Department hold Colorectal Cancer Awareness Event February 1, 2018 (NEWTON, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital is concerned about the health of the community. Because of this, St. Anthony’s has made the pledge to help increase colorectal... Read More Mayor designates Heart Health Month February 1, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Effingham Mayor Jeff Bloemker recently signed a proclamation designating February 2018 as Heart Health Month. Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Foundation offers opportunity to honor a loved one through Healing Garden February 1, 2018 EFFINGHAM, IL) – The HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital Foundation dedicated The Healing Garden in May 2009. Located between the Prairie Heart Institute at St. Anthony... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital begins phased renovation of Emergency department January 31, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital is pleased to announce that they are beginning the first phase of a three-phased renovation of the Emergency department. ... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital invites community to annual “Butterfly Ball” on February 17 January 18, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Foundation invites the community to the annual “Butterfly Ball” on Saturday, February 17, co-sponsored by Central Illinois Radiological... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital designated an Aetna Institute of Quality® January 18, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital has recently been designated an Aetna Institute of Quality® Orthopedic Care Facility for total joint replacement surgery. Read More New Year’s Baby of 2018 born at HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital January 2, 2018 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital proudly welcomed Mathis Gehrig Wolf as the first baby born at the hospital in 2018. Read More Oncology Wellness Therapy Program at HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital December 29, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Many advances have been made in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer. Yet sadly, many cancer survivors, after surviving their disease, are unable to return to their... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital wants to inform the public about a recent phone scam December 29, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital wants to inform the public about a phone scam in the area. Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital adjusts visiting guidelines during flu season December 28, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – With flu activity now classified as regional in our area of Illinois, visitors to HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital are reminded of the important role everyone... Read More Lisa Miller named Quality Facilitator at HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital December 14, 2017 Lisa Miller, RN, BSN, CPHQ, was recently named the Quality Facilitator at HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital. In this new role, she will be assisting with focused and ongoing... Read More Freshstart® smoking cessation program offered at HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital December 11, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Do you want help in learning how to overcome your tobacco addiction so you can enjoy the benefits of better health, extra money in your pocket and healthier relationships? Read More Adam Storm named Manager of Laboratory and Radiology at HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital December 8, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital is pleased to announce that Adam Storm was recently named the new Manager of Laboratory and Radiology. As manager... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital’s “Walk With a Doc” scheduled for December 16 December 8, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Want to stay active heading into the holiday season? HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital will host their next monthly “JustWalk™” Walk With a Doc... Read More Twin Oaks Sporting Clays supports HSHS Hospice Southern Illinois December 7, 2017 Twin Oaks Sporting Clays located in Mode, Illinois, held their fourth annual Hospice Shoot on October 7 for local Hospice organizations. HSHS Hospice Southern Illinois was one of the... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital shares nine ways to stay healthy this holiday season December 6, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital is encouraging residents and patients to enjoy the holiday season, but also maintain their health. The month of December can be a... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital representatives attend conference on Opioid Crisis December 1, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital recently participated in "The Opioid Crisis Next Door" workshop, held October 31 at HSHS St. John’s Hospital in... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital honors Medical Staff and supporters December 1, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital recently honored members of the hospital leadership groups and Medical Staff at its Annual Recognition Social on November 28... Read More Cancelled - HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital to host Poverty Simulation presented by Juvenile Justice Council of the Fourth Judicial Circuit November 21, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – CANCELLD The Juvenile Justice Council of the Fourth Judicial Circuit will present a Poverty Simulation activity hosted by HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital. This... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital’s “Walk With a Doc” scheduled for November 18 at the Workman Sports and Wellness Complex November 14, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Want to stay active heading into the holiday season? HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital will host their next monthly “JustWalk™” Walk With a Doc... Read More HSHS Medical Group's Health Today program features Iyoob Ilyas, MD, colorectal and general surgeon November 9, 2017 Our newest Health Today episode features Iyoob Ilyas, MD, a colorectal and general surgeon at HSHS Medical Group Colorectal & General Surgery in Effingham, IL. According to Dr. Ilyas, &ldquo... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital encourages everyone to join in the Great American Smokeout November 16 November 8, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – The Great American Smokeout will be held on Thursday, November 16 and HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital encourages those who smoke to join in to start improving... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Foundation receives donation from Teutopolis State Bank in honor of breast cancer awareness November 8, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Foundation recently received a $500 donation from Teutopolis State Bank in honor of breast cancer awareness. The donation will benefit St... Read More Tyler Witges named Director of Laboratory and Radiology at HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital November 2, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital is pleased to announce that Tyler Witges, MHA, MLS(ASCP)CM , was recently named the new Director of Laboratory and... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s receives an “A” for Patient Safety in Fall 2017 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade October 31, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL – October 31, 2017) – The Leapfrog Group, a national nonprofit health care ratings organization, today released new Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grades. The Safety... Read More Joseph M. Ajdinovich, MD, joins HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital’s Medical Staff October 25, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Joseph M. Ajdinovich, MD, who specializes in orthopedic sports medicine surgery, has joined HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital’s Medical Staff. Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital Designated a Blue Distinction® Center+ for Maternity Care October 24, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) - In an effort to help prospective parents find hospitals that deliver quality, affordable maternity care, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois (BCBSIL) announced that HSHS St... Read More Mayor designates HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital Month October 19, 2017 Effingham Mayor Jeff T. Bloemker recently signed a proclamation designating October 2017 as HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital Month. Read More Hospital’s 2017 Superhero Race raises over $18,700 for diabetes education programs October 17, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital’s 2017 Superhero Race held September 9 was a big success, thanks to support from the community. Held at the Richard E.... Read More Illinois Telehealth Network Receives Partnership for a Connected Illinois Award October 17, 2017 On November 9, the Illinois Telehealth Network (ITN) will be honored with a statewide Excellence in Telehealth Leadership Award for Improved Care for Underserved... Read More Superhero Race raises over $18,700 for diabetes education October 16, 2017 HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital’s 2017 Superhero Race held September 9 was a big success, thanks to support from the community. Held at the Richard E. Workman Sports &... Read More HSHS Home Care & Hospice Southern Illinois to host Community Connected Care Collaborative Program October 6, 2017 (Effingham, IL) – The Community Connected Care Collaborative, in partnership with HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital, invites members of the greater Effingham community to join them... Read More Main entrance of HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital closed October 3 and 4 for sidewalk repair October 2, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital’s main entrance off of Maple Street will be temporarily closed on Tuesday, October 3 and Wednesday, October 4 to allow for... Read More Mayor designates Breast Cancer Awareness Month September 27, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Effingham Mayor Jeff T. Bloemker recently signed a proclamation designating October 2017 as Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital conducting annual Women’s Wellness Event on October 26 September 26, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Ladies, when is the last time you indulged in an evening out for yourselves? Call a friend and attend HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital’s Women’s... Read More Community invited to open house for St. Anthony’s Health Center in Altamont September 14, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – The community is invited to attend the Open House for St. Anthony’s Health Center in Altamont on Thursday, September 21, located in the Opilka Wellness Center. ... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital breaks ground on new outpatient Health Center September 12, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital broke ground on Friday, September 8 on its new Health Center that will house outpatient services and physician offices in a... Read More Join HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital for “Walk With a Doc” scheduled for September 16 at the TREC September 8, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Want to enjoy the beautiful weather and get in shape with others in a fun, interactive way? HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital will host their next monthly... Read More Jonathan Workman, DO, joins St. Anthony’s Medical Staff September 5, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Jonathan Workman, DO, who specializes in orthopedic spine surgery, has joined HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital’s Medical Staff. Read More Julie Ohnesorge named HSHS Hospice Manager August 29, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS Hospice Southern Illinois is pleased to announce that Julie Ohnesorge, RN, was recently named the new HSHS Hospice Manager. As manager, Ohnesorge assists in... Read More Andrew Wilmes named HSHS Home Care and Hospice Business Manager August 29, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS Home Care and Hospice Southern Illinois is pleased to announce that Andrew Wilmes was recently named the new HSHS Home Care and Hospice Business Manager. Read More Training for those wishing to become an HSHS Hospice volunteer August 28, 2017 (BELLEVILLE, IL) – Are you a person who enjoys helping others, and bringing peace and comfort to those in need? Then HSHS Hospice Southern Illinois would like you to consider joining their... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Foundation offers opportunity to honor a loved one through Healing Garden August 28, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – The HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital Foundation dedicated The Healing Garden in May 2009. Located between the Prairie Heart Institute at St. Anthony... Read More Cancer Program earns National Reaccreditation from the Commission on Cancer of the American College of Surgeons August 25, 2017 The Commission on Cancer (CoC), a quality program of the American College of Surgeons (ACS) has granted Three-Year Accreditation to the Cancer Program at HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital begins construction of Health Center August 18, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital is pleased to announce that the third phase of construction for the new HSHS St. Anthony’s Health Center will begin... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Foundation raises $32,500 for hospital’s Cardiac Cath Lab August 17, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – The HSHS St. Anthony’s Foundation 9th Annual Golf Benefit held July 21 at the Effingham Country Club was a big success. The event, which evolved... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital awarded Hospital Accreditation from The Joint Commission August 11, 2017 (Effingham, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital announced it has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® by demonstrating continuous compliance... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital welcomes 2017-18 third-year medical students August 7, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – On Monday, July 31, HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital proudly welcomed 10 third-year medical students from Liberty University College of Osteopathic Medicine... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital stresses eye safety with upcoming Solar Eclipse August 7, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – There is great excitement surrounding the upcoming Solar Eclipse, when the moon blocks any part of the sun. On Monday, August 21, 2017, a solar eclipse will be visible... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital offering training event on helping students with diabetes July 20, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – On Thursday, August 10, HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital’s Clinical Nutrition Services is offering a free training program for area school staff members that... Read More Infection Preventionist Lori Winter wins 2017 APIC Education Scholarship Award July 18, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Lori Winter, RN, MSN, Infection Preventionist at HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital, recently was awarded the 2017 Association for Professionals in Infection... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital to offer free health screenings and information July 18, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital recognizes the importance of educating the community on health topics relevant to your lives. Please stop by the St. Anthony... Read More Hospital Sisters Health System Named 2017 Most Wired July 13, 2017 (SPRINGFIELD, IL) – Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS) has been named “Most Wired” by the 19th Annual Health Care’s Most Wired® survey, released today by... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Health Center now open in Altamont July 13, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Health Center is now open in Altamont, providing the care you need close to home. Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Foundation receives renewal of grant from Meyer Oil Company July 11, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – For the past six years, pediatric patients who have surgery at HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital don’t have to face their surgery alone, thanks to... Read More Summer Diabetes Education classes offered by HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital begin in July July 5, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Managing your diabetes can be a lot to handle. There's so much to learn and many lifestyle adjustments to make. Whether you've just been diagnosed with diabetes or... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital Foundation invites community to 9th Annual Golf Benefit on July 21 July 5, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – The HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital Foundation invites you to be a part of their 9th Annual Golf Benefit on Friday, July 21 at the Effingham Country Club... Read More Community invited to join Superhero Race September 9 at Workman Sports Center July 5, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Community members wanting to get healthier have an opportunity to become a “superhero” for the day and join in the 2017 Superhero Race on Saturday, September 9... Read More HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital celebrates Healthcare Risk Management Week June 19-23 June 16, 2017 Join HSHS in celebrating Healthcare Risk Management Week June 19-23, 2017. This annual campaign from the American Society for Healthcare Risk Management, raises awareness about the critical role... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital Dental Voucher June 13, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – In 2014, Effingham Catholic Charities and HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital launched a dental voucher program available for adults 18 years and older who are... Read More HSHS Hospice Southern Illinois offering training for those wishing to become an HSHS Hospice volunteer June 8, 2017 (BELLEVILLE, IL) – Are you a person who enjoys helping others, and bringing peace and comfort to those in need? Then HSHS Hospice Southern Illinois would like you to consider joining their... Read More Altamont High School Student Council collect and donate items for HSHS St. Anthony’s June 8, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – The Altamont High School Student Council recently held a collection of items for the Pediatric Unit at HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital. The Student Council made... Read More Children’s wellness program offered this summer at the Beecher City Library June 8, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – As the community’s health care leader, HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital knows that education plays a major role in building and sustaining a healthy... Read More Join HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital for “Walk With a Doc” June 7, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital is offering multiple opportunities to “Walk With a Doc” in June. Read More Children’s wellness programs offered this summer at the Effingham Public Library May 22, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – As the community’s health care leader, HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital knows that education plays a major role in building and sustaining a healthy... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Nursing Colleagues Shine Bright! May 19, 2017 In the last several years, the best and brightest of Lake Land College’s Nursing Program have chosen St. Anthony’s as their place of employment! Every year, the Nursing... Read More HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital names 2017 I Promise Award Winners May 17, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Each year, HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital presents an “I Promise Award” to the four people who are most representative of the hospital’s four... Read More HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital partners with St. Anthony's High School May 17, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – For the fourth year in a row, HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital and St. Anthony High School partnered on a program called “Window to the Womb” which... Read More HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital honors colleagues for years of service May 17, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital recently held colleague celebration events during “I Promise Week” (a special St. Anthony’s theme for National... Read More Teresa Beall named Director of Wound Healing Center at HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital May 15, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital is pleased to announce that Teresa Beall was recently named the new Director of the Wound Healing Center. Read More Join HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital for “Walk With a Doc” scheduled for May 20 at the TREC May 11, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Want to get ready for swim suit season in a fun, interactive way? HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital will host their next monthly “JustWalk™”... Read More Community invited to Butterfly Release in HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital Healing Garden May 25 May 9, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital invited community members to join them for a Butterfly Release on Thursday, May 25 at 6:30 p.m. in the hospital Healing Garden... Read More Mayor designates Nurses Week May 8, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Effingham Mayor Jeff T. Bloemker recently signed a proclamation designating May 6-12, 2017 as Nurses Week. Read More “Healthy Community 2018” community health needs assessment to be conducted May 4, 2017 (Effingham, IL) – The Alliance for a Healthier Effingham County and Effingham County Health Department in partnership with HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital will initiate a... Read More Hospital Sisters Health System Tele-Stroke program helps more than 1,500 stroke patients May 4, 2017 (Springfield, IL) – May is National Stroke Month, a month dedicated to raise awareness about the nation’s third leading cause of death and leading cause of disability. A stroke is... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital celebrates National Nurses Week April 28, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – In honor of National Nurses Week (May 6-12), HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital would like to take the opportunity to thank and recognize our nurses who serve our... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital Receives National Awards for Achievements in Sustainability April 25, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – In recognition for successful programs to reduce their environmental impact, as well as for standard-setting innovation and environmental stewardship, HSHS St. Anthony&rsquo... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital’s Wound Healing Center Recognized Again with National Award April 18, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital’s Wound Healing Center has changed the lives of many people in the region by bringing healing and allowing people to... Read More HSHS Southern Illinois Division leaders meet with Legislators at the State Capitol April 11, 2017 (SPRINGFIELD, IL) – On April 5 in the Illinois State Capitol, leaders from HSHS Southern Illinois Division hospitals gathered to display their efforts to enhance and elevate patient quality... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital Auxiliary holding flower sale April 11, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – The HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital Auxiliary is taking prepaid orders for 11” hanging flower baskets. There are three varieties of flowers available for the... Read More Join HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital for "Walk With a Doc" scheduled for April 15 at the TREC April 7, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Need a jump start on your New Year’s Resolution to get fit? HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital will host their next monthly “JustWalk™”... Read More St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital assists Effingham City Police Department to prevent drug overdose April 4, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Heroin drug overdoses are a significant problem in Illinois and the Effingham area is not immune to it. Because of it particular pharmacological properties... Read More Sister Jomary Trstensky, OSF to receive Catholic Health Association’s Lifetime Achievement Award March 28, 2017 Springfield, IL – For a lifetime of contributions to the Catholic health ministry, Sister Jomary Trstensky, OSF, Chair, Hospital Sisters Ministries, will receive the “Lifetime... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital invites community to annual “Butterfly Ball” on April 28 March 22, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Foundation invites the community to the annual “Butterfly Ball” on Friday, April 28, co-sponsored by Central Illinois Radiological... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital expresses thanks to area physicians on National Doctors’ Day March 22, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Medical providers will be honored at health care organizations throughout the country March 30, 2017 during National Doctors’ Day. This annual event recognizes... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital encourages alternatives to leaf burning March 19, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – With the spring upon us, many of us are starting to clean up our lawns and getting rid of the leaves that have gathered, many times through burning leaves. While... Read More Bill Hawley named Director of Finance at HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital March 19, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital is pleased to announce that Wilbert “Bill” Hawley was recently named St. Anthony’s new Director of Finance.... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital celebrates local Sisters’ contributions March 17, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – National Catholic Sisters Week, a component of Women’s History Month, is celebrated annually from March 8-14 as a dedicated celebration of Catholic Sisters... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital partners with Big Heart Foundation to offer free heart screening event for area athletes March 7, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital is partnering with Andrew Gobczynski Big Heart Foundation to offer free heart screenings to high school-aged sophomores and junior... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital to hold Colorectal Cancer Awareness Fair March 6, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital is concerned about the health of the community. Because of this, St. Anthony’s has made the pledge to help increase... Read More HSHS Home Care and Hospice “Cram the Car” with Canned Goods for Catholic Charities a success March 6, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – In recognition of February being National Canned Food Month, HSHS Home Care and Hospice Southern Illinois, Dan Hecht Chevrolet Toyota, Northside Ford Lincoln and Roy Schmidt... Read More HSHS Hospice Southern Illinois grants patient’s last wish to his family March 3, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Randy Seaton of Effingham was very proud of his hometown of Herrick. He loved growing up there and always wanted to fly in a helicopter over the old farm where he was... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital holding Clinical Job Fair for open positions Tuesday, March 7 February 27, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Are you looking for more than a job, but a mission? Do you have a passion to make a difference? Check out HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital’s Job Fair for... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Foundation offers opportunity to honor a loved one through Healing Garden February 21, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – The HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital Foundation dedicated The Healing Garden in May 2009. Located between the Prairie Heart Institute at St. Anthony’s... Read More Tammy Probst named Director of Therapy Services at HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital February 21, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital is pleased to announce that Tammy Probst has been named the Director of Therapy Services. Read More Community invited to “Cram the Cars” with Canned Goods for Catholic Charities February 11, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – In recognition of February being National Canned Food Month, HSHS Home Care and Hospice Southern Illinois, along with Dan Hecht Chevrolet Toyota, Northside Ford... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital’s “Walk With a Doc” February 9, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Need a jump start on your New Year’s Resolution to get fit? HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital will host their next monthly “JustWalk™”... Read More Echocardiography Lab at Prairie Heart Institute at HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital February 2, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – Prairie Heart Institute at HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital’s Echocardiography Laboratory has attained recognition for its commitment to providing a high... Read More Heartland Dental employees donate stuffed animals and contributions to HSHS St. Anthony’s January 26, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital’s Hugs & Cuddles Program has helped relieve the anxiety of pediatric patients for a number of years. This... Read More Radio Interview with Dr. Ryan Jennings, HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital’s Chief Medical Officer, and Liberty University Medical Students January 26, 2017 On January 25, 2017, Dr. Jennings and two medical students from Liberty University College of Osteopathic Medicine, Thomas Rutherford and Sahil Vagha, visited Premier Broadcasting’s studios... Read More HSHS Home Care & Hospice Southern Illinois to host Community Connected Care Collaborative Program January 24, 2017 (Effingham, IL) –As loved ones age, and you once again become the caregiver, find out what services are available to you and your loved one and the options that will provide the best care in... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Foundation Glow-Inga Fundraiser rescheduled for February 4 – Get Ready, Get Set, GLOW! January 24, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – The HSHS St. Anthony’s Foundation has rescheduled the Glow-Inga event for Saturday, February 4, 2017 at the Keller Convention Center, and they are excited to invite... Read More Hugs & Cuddles Program expanding, thanks to donation from the Hospital Auxiliary January 18, 2017 HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital’s Hugs & Cuddles Program has helped relieve the anxiety of pediatric patients for a number of years. Read More “Getting to Know You” Auxiliary Luncheon set for February 15 January 18, 2017 The St. Anthony’s Auxilians will be hosting a “Getting to Know You” Luncheon on Wednesday, February 15 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the hospital Auditorium. This event is open to... Read More Kay Jewelers donates stuffed animals to HSHS St. Anthony’s for pediatric patients January 16, 2017 On Christmas Eve, HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital was blessed to receive approximately 60 stuffed bears and puppies donated by Kay Jewelers in Effingham. Kay Jewelers donated the... Read More Glow-INGA rescheduled for February 4 January 13, 2017 Due to the inclement weather predicted for this weekend, the Glow-Inga event scheduled for Saturday, January 14 at the Keller Convention Center has been postponed. With potentially dangerous... Read More Twin Oaks Sporting Clays supports HSHS Hospice Southern Illinois January 11, 2017 Twin Oaks Sporting Clays located in Mode, Illinois, held their fourth annual Hospice Shoot on September 24, 2016 for local Hospice organizations. HSHS Hospice Southern Illinois was one of the... Read More HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital Board of Directors welcomes new member January 5, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital is pleased to announce Hospital Sisters Health System Board of Directors recently approved the appointment of Kelly Haller, ... Read More New Year's Baby of 2017 born at HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital January 3, 2017 (EFFINGHAM, IL) – HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital proudly welcomed Luella Diane Stice as the first baby born at the hospital in 2017. She was born at 3:12 p.m. on Sunday... Read More Load More