HSHS St. Joseph's Hospital News News Category All About Us Behavioral Health Child Life Program Children’s Health Children's Health Community Outreach Diabetes Care Emergency Care Emergency Care and Urgent Care Family Medicine Heart Care Heart Health Home Health Hospital News Inpatient Care In-Patient Palliative Care Laboratory Mind & Body Health Patients and Guests Patient's and Guests Pediatric Unit Pediatrics Renal Dialysis Center Substance Abuse Treatment Volunteer & Giving Women's Health Wound Care Submit Media Contact Karen Kraus, Communications Department HSHS Wisconsin Cell: (715) 717-4747 | Office: (715) 717-4591 | Karen.Kraus@hshs.org HSHS hospitals provide tips for healthy aging September 29, 2022 As September’s Healthy Aging Month ends, HSHS hospitals remind community members that staying healthy as we grow older is a life-long journey. Read More “Blessing of the Animals” in Eau Claire and Chippewa Falls September 26, 2022 In honor of the Feast of St. Francis, HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital and HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital will host “Blessing of the Animals” events - free and open to the public. Read More HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital Volunteer Partners to hold used book sale September 22, 2022 The Volunteer Partners of HSH St. Joseph’s Hospital is collecting new and used books through September 30 to raise money for its community scholarship fund. Read More Four ways to lower your cholesterol September 21, 2022 HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals offer four ways to lower your cholesterol, as also recommended by the American Heart Association. Read More HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals’ Volunteer Partners to hold coat and blanket drive September 20, 2022 Volunteer Partners of HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals is collecting winter coats, accessories, and blankets to be donated to those who will need them this winter. Read More Misconceptions and truths about sepsis, a potentially life-threatening infection September 19, 2022 Every two minutes someone in the United States dies from a sepsis infection. Read More Five ways someone will tell you they are contemplating suicide September 6, 2022 HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals remind everyone that if you or someone you know is having suicidal thoughts, there are resources available. Read More 4 ways to tell if someone is experiencing an overdose August 29, 2022 In Wisconsin there were 1,227 opioid overdose deaths in 2020, according to the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS). Read More HSHS hospitals welcome Mary Salm as Vice President of Mission and Spiritual Care August 8, 2022 Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS) hospitals are pleased to welcome Mary Salm to serve in a new role as Vice President of Mission and Spiritual Care. Read More HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital Volunteer Partners will hold steak fry to benefit area students July 19, 2022 The Volunteer Partners of HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital will host its annual steak fry on Thursday, Aug. 4 at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 236 Pumphouse Rd. in Chippewa Falls. Read More Sun safety tips to prevent damage from harmful UV rays July 18, 2022 During July’s UV Safety Awareness Month, HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals, following guidance from the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), remind everyone to protect... Read More The need for blood doesn’t take a summer vacation July 12, 2022 While summer is a time many enjoy vacations, cookouts and gatherings with friends and family, it is also when hospitals need more blood donations as people tend to get too busy to think about... Read More HSHS hospitals provide 10 fireworks safety recommendations June 23, 2022 HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals want to remind community members fireworks are fun but can be very dangerous. Read More Water safety tips to prevent accidental drowning June 17, 2022 As children and families head to pools and beaches this summer, HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals want to remind parents and caregivers to always keep an eye on kids and actively... Read More Community fairs, festivals return; safety should be priority June 15, 2022 As music, food and rides return after a hiatus during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals, along with the Centers for Disease Control and... Read More Proper use and storage of sunscreen can help prevent lifelong skin damage, cancer May 24, 2022 HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals are encouraging sun safety awareness and reminding everyone to protect their skin while enjoying the outdoors. Read More Tick season brings increased risk of Lyme disease May 23, 2022 May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month and a good time to brush up on the type of ticks and which can cause Lyme disease. Read More HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital names Keeper of the Tradition Award recipient May 17, 2022 HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital has named Vicky Steinmetz the recipient of the 2022 Keeper of the Tradition Award. The Read More Updated Visitor Restrictions May 9, 2022 As COVID-19 and the rapid spread of omicron continues to impact our communities, Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS) in Wisconsin is working to control the spread by updating visitor... Read More HSHS hospitals recognize National Trauma Awareness Month May 5, 2022 Staff at HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals want to remind community members about the importance of getting immediate treatment for trauma-related injuries and emergencies. Read More HSHS named among top 150 places to work in health care in the United States April 29, 2022 Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS), which includes HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital in Eau Claire and HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital in Chippewa Falls, has been named one of the ‘150 Top... Read More April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month April 19, 2022 April is recognized as Sexual Assault Awareness Month and HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals are sharing important information about this critical issue. Read More HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital partners with Chippewa Falls Police Department for National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, April 30 April 15, 2022 HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital is partnering with the Chippewa Falls Police Department to provide a safe, convenient and responsible disposal opportunity. Read More National Volunteer Appreciation Week, April 17-23 April 14, 2022 In honor of National Volunteer Appreciation Week, HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital in Eau Claire and HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital in Chippewa Falls recognize the hard work, dedication and compassion... Read More HSHS hospitals encourage families to discuss health care decisions April 13, 2022 Putting your wishes in writing is one of the most important things you can do to ensure you remain in control of health care decisions. Read More Signs of spring … and seasonal allergies! March 23, 2022 As temperatures in western Wisconsin continue to rise, allergists at Prevea Health are encouraging spring allergy sufferers to create a strategy to combat the upcoming season Read More Health risks brewing as a result of too much caffeine March 16, 2022 As part of March’s Caffeine Awareness Month, HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals want to share how the stimulant affects our brain and body. Read More HSHS hospitals offer advice during Poison Prevention Week March 14, 2022 According to the most recent data from the Wisconsin Poison Center, Wisconsin had over 35,000 calls to poison control in 2020, nearly 40% of which involved a child five years old or younger. Read More Understanding the importance of quality sleep March 11, 2022 Thirty five percent of U.S. adults report sleeping less than the recommended minimum 7 hours each night Read More HSHS hospitals earn Certified Perioperative Nurse Strong designation March 10, 2022 HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital in Eau Claire and HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital in Chippewa Falls recently earned the Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR®) Strong designation from the Competency... Read More HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals announce new Chief Nursing Officer March 8, 2022 HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals are pleased to announce the appointment of Travis Christman as Chief Nursing Officer. Read More Get screened, reduce your risk and know the warning signs of colon cancer March 1, 2022 Colon cancer is the second-leading cause of cancer deaths in men and women in the United States, according to the American Cancer Society Read More Heart health highlighted during American Heart Month February 8, 2022 As part of February’s American Heart Month, HSHS hospitals urge you to make time to assess your heart health with a medical professional. Read More Community scholarships available from HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital Volunteer Partners February 4, 2022 HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital Volunteer Partners is excited to offer six community scholarships of $1,000 each to students or adults who wish to further their education in a human health-related... Read More HSHS hospitals urge you to know the signs of frostbite and hypothermia February 2, 2022 February can be one of the coldest and snowiest months of winter. HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals remind everyone the risk of cold-related injuries increases as the temps drop. Read More New year; winter brings increased need for blood and plasma donors January 11, 2022 Someone needs blood or a blood product every two seconds in the United States, and one out of every seven people who enter a hospital will need a blood product, according to America’s Blood... Read More HSHS hospitals reach a RECORD HIGH number of hospitalized COVID-19 patients January 7, 2022 An unfortunate milestone has been reached within Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS) across Wisconsin and Illinois; A record 303 patients are currently hospitalized and being treated for COVID-19... Read More Healthy food swaps during the holidays can help cut calories and weight gain December 21, 2021 HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals are encouraging community members to enjoy their holiday meal, while also making healthy choices. Read More Winter in Wisconsin means taking extra precautions to prevent slips and falls December 9, 2021 HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals want to ensure area residents stay safe when venturing outdoors. Read More Tune in to safe toy shopping this holiday season December 1, 2021 The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) estimates emergency rooms across the country treated 198,000 toy-related injuries in 2020 Read More HSHS hospitals offer tips to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning November 30, 2021 Carbon monoxide (CO) is often called “the silent killer” because it is an odorless and colorless gas. Read More HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital offers Love Lights November 19, 2021 The Partners of HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital will honor and memorialize loved ones during the 34th annual Love Lights virtual tree lighting ceremony on Thursday, Dec. 2. Read More November is National Family Caregivers Month November 17, 2021 HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals recognize caregivers everywhere during National Family Caregivers Month by providing these 5 steps to reduce the stress of caregiving. Read More HSHS hospitals encourage you to know the signs of diabetes November 15, 2021 HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals are educating the community about diabetes prevention and management during National Diabetes Awareness Month. Read More Oh, my gourd, it’s pumpkin season in Wisconsin November 9, 2021 Six reasons to add pumpkin to your diet year-round Read More Sleep tips to keep your internal clock in check November 2, 2021 As Sunday, November 7 approaches, it’s important to begin preparing yourself and kids for the return to Standard Time. Read More HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital community garden harvests 3,500 pounds of food for local pantries November 1, 2021 HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital’s community garden produced more than 3,500 pounds of locally grown food during the 2021 growing and harvest season; all was donated to eleven area food... Read More Tips for a healthy and safe Halloween October 26, 2021 This Halloween, HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals are recommending parents take precautions due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals announce new foundation director October 25, 2021 HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals welcome Jane Gobler as director of the hospitals’ foundations – the philanthropic, charitable arm of the HSHS hospitals in Eau Claire... Read More October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month October 20, 2021 During October’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month, HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals remind community members that early detection through screening mammograms will help save... Read More HSHS hospitals announce minimum wage increase to $15 per hour October 15, 2021 Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS) is increasing the minimum wage for its colleagues to $15 an hour, effective Oct. 31. This change will provide a rate increase to approximately 3,000 HSHS... Read More Pregnancy and infant loss remembrance walk to be held October 15 at Irvine Park, Chippewa Falls October 11, 2021 In honor of National Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month, HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals are hosting a remembrance walk at Irvine Park on Friday, October 15 at 5:30 p.m. Read More Colorectal cancer screening: 45 is the new 50! September 23, 2021 HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital and HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital are reminding community members about the importance of colon cancer screening as the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force has updated... Read More Prevea Health, HSHS hospitals urge community members to get flu shot September 14, 2021 Prevea Health and HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals are encouraging all to get a flu shot as soon as possible, especially as COVID-19 and the Delta variant continue to be... Read More HSHS hospitals celebrate the health benefits of honey during September’s National Honey Month September 2, 2021 To celebrate beekeepers, and the health benefits of the natural sweetener, September was designated as National Honey Month in 1989. Read More Fruits and vegetables produced in Wisconsin help keep the body and brain healthy August 18, 2021 Harvest season in Wisconsin is right around the corner, and HSHS hospitals want you to reap the health benefits of Midwest-produced fruits, vegetables and dairy. Read More $1 Million federal grant awarded to address rural opioid crisis August 10, 2021 A $1 Million *grant from the Health Resources & Services Administration’s (HRSA) Rural Communities Opioid Response Program has been awarded to L.E. Phillips-Libertas Treatment... Read More HSHS hospitals encourage lawn mower safety this summer July 28, 2021 Each year thousands of individuals are injured while mowing the lawn. These injuries can be everything from a first-degree burn to a tragic amputation or even death. HSHS Sacred Heart and St... Read More HSHS hospitals offer summer food handling, preparation and storage safety tips July 20, 2021 Preventing a food-borne illness can be a bit more challenging during the summer months when temperatures rise and more people enjoy outdoor picnics, barbeques and camping. Read More Volunteer Partners of HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital will hold annual steak fry in August to benefit area students July 8, 2021 The Volunteer Partners of HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital will host a steak fry on Thursday, Aug. 5 at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 236 Pumphouse Rd. in Chippewa Falls to raise money for a... Read More HSHS hospitals set to receive state funding to expand mental health beds in western Wisconsin July 8, 2021 HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals are excited to receive $15 million in state funding as part of Governor Tony Evers’ biannual state budget, announced Thursday, July 8. The... Read More Know the types and signs of elder abuse June 23, 2021 As part of June’s Elder Abuse Awareness Month, HSHS St. Joseph’s home health department is sharing information and tips to help you recognize the signs of harm. Read More HSHS hospitals urge safety during fireworks season June 22, 2021 If you do decide to use fireworks, the following practices can help keep you safe: Read More HSHS hospitals offer tips for preventing and recognizing heatstroke June 11, 2021 As we enter the summer months and start getting back to our typical summer activities like swimming, yard work, golf and many others we need to be cautious of heatstroke. HSHS Sacred Heart and St... Read More Tick season brings increased risk of Lyme disease June 3, 2021 Lyme disease is the most common disease spread by the bite from an insect, with 30,000 cases reported to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) each year. This number, however, does... Read More May is Better Sleep Month; are kids getting enough shut eye? May 19, 2021 As part of Better Sleep Month, HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital’s accredited Sleep Disorders Center has tips to keep kids fully rested during summer months. Read More Prevea, HSHS hospitals launching mobile 3-D mammography unit May 18, 2021 Prevea Health, HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital and HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital are pleased to announce the upcoming launch of a 3-D and digital, mobile mammography unit to provide residents in... Read More May is National Stroke Awareness Month May 5, 2021 HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital encourages community members to know the most common signs of stroke and these tips will help give you the best chance for a positive outcome. Read More HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital offers community garden plots April 22, 2021 For the ninth year, HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital is offering free garden plots to community members who need fresh produce due to limited resources. Read More HSHS hospitals encourage families to discuss health care decisions sooner, rather than later April 16, 2021 Each year in mid-April families are encouraged to have the often-difficult conversation with their loved ones about health care decision-making. Read More HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital launches neonatal virtual care with Children’s Minnesota April 13, 2021 HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital has just launched neonatal virtual care services inside its Women and Infants Center in partnership with Children’s Minnesota, home to a neonatal team of experts... Read More April is Child Abuse Prevention Month April 9, 2021 April’s National Child Abuse Prevention Month recognizes the importance of communities working together to help identify and prevent child maltreatment. Read More March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month: Get screened, reduce your risk and know the warning signs March 3, 2021 HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals offer the following information to help in the screening, prevention and detection of colon cancer. Read More Taking care of your heart health February 23, 2021 During American Heart Month – a month dedicated to raising awareness about the leading cause of death for men and women in the United States, HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s... Read More Don’t get chilled to the bone this weekend as temperatures drop to dangerous levels February 5, 2021 With the weather forecast predicting wind chill temperatures well below zero, HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals remind everyone that the risk of cold-related injuries increases. Read More Health care workers at HSHS, Prevea Health now receiving second doses of COVID-19 vaccine January 6, 2021 Today Prevea Health began administering second doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine to its health care workers, along with those at its HSHS hospital partners in Wisconsin. Read More Winter weather reminder: Stay safe, don’t delay emergency care December 30, 2020 With more winter weather on the way, HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals want to remind community members about some important safety tips to keep in mind. Read More HSHS Sacred Heart, Prevea Health begin administering first round of COVID-19 vaccines to frontline health care workers in Eau Claire December 17, 2020 HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital and its physician partner, Prevea Health, today began administering the first round of COVID-19 vaccines allotted to them by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services... Read More HSHS hospitals to honor Wisconsin Air National Guard’s 115th Fighter Wing pilot killed during training exercise December 14, 2020 HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals will pay tribute to a member of the Wisconsin Air National Guard’s 115th Fighter Wing who was killed in a training exercise on December 8... Read More HSHS hospitals name 2020 Physicians of the Year December 4, 2020 HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals are proud to announce that Peter Kluge, DO and Mark Southard, MD have been named 2020 Physician of the Year at HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital and HSHS... Read More HSHS hospitals’ board member receives 2020 Trustee Award from the Wisconsin Hospital Association December 1, 2020 HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals are proud to announce that board member, Jeff Halloin, has received the 2020 Trustee Award from the Wisconsin Hospital Association (WHA). Read More Western Wisconsin’s first breast milk depot and dispensary now open at HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital November 24, 2020 HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital is excited to announce it is now home to western Wisconsin’s first breast milk depot and dispensary, in partnership with Mothers' Milk Bank of the Western Great... Read More 6 healthy food swaps for your Thanksgiving meal November 23, 2020 With Thanksgiving approaching, many people are looking forward to enjoying the foods typically served on the holiday, even if they won’t be able to have large extended family gatherings this... Read More HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital wins award for excellence in environmental services November 20, 2020 HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital is proud to be named the Platinum Plus Account of the Year Award from Compass One, a provider of environmental service products to hospitals in the country. The... Read More $200,000 federal grant awarded for rural opioid response planning November 16, 2020 A $200,000 *grant from the Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA) will provide additional resources to address substance use disorders, with a special focus on opioid use disorder in... Read More Maternity onto Motherhood program begins at HSHS St. Joseph’s and Sacred Heart Hospitals November 2, 2020 HSHS St. Joseph’s and Sacred Heart hospitals are excited to announce a new Maternity onto Motherhood (MOM) program designed to help you and your family navigate the physical, emotional and... Read More “Fall Back” with end of Daylight Saving Time October 29, 2020 Daylight Saving Time ends Sunday, November 1 at 2 a.m. Many people look forward to setting their clocks back one hour and gaining an additional hour of sleep, but that extra snooze time isn’t... Read More HSHS hospitals offer simple steps for a safe and healthy Halloween October 20, 2020 HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals recommend more treats and less tricks this Halloween considering the real and increased presence of COVID-19 in our communities. Read More L.E. Phillips-Libertas Treatment Center receives national award for excellence in patient experience September 30, 2020 L.E. Phillips-Libertas Treatment Center, a service of HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital, is proud and humbled to have received the 2020 Press Ganey Guardian of Excellence Award® for achieving... Read More How to help children manage stress, anxiety September 24, 2020 As the United States nears the seventh month of the COVID-19 pandemic, children are facing additional stress related to back-to-school, fall sports, or lack thereof, and many new routines. Read More 6 things HSHS hospitals want you to know about vaccination September 18, 2020 As flu season fast approaches and efforts are underway to develop a COVID-19 vaccine, now is the time to educate yourself on the valuable role vaccinations play in keeping you, your family and your... Read More Urging community members to get flu shot September 11, 2020 Hospitals encouraging community members to get their flu shot as the flu season approaches amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More HSHS hospitals achieve platinum recognition for organ donation efforts September 3, 2020 HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals are proud to have received platinum recognition from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) for outstanding efforts to promote... Read More National Suicide Prevention Week is September 6-12 September 1, 2020 As National Suicide Prevention Week (Sept. 6 – 12) approaches, HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals remind everyone that if you or someone you know is having suicidal thoughts... Read More Scholarship winners announced by Volunteer Partners August 19, 2020 The Volunteer Partners group has been awarding scholarships for more than four decades to local students who plan to or are already attending school for a degree in a health-related field. Read More Helping children become more comfortable with wearing a mask August 14, 2020 HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals and Prevea Health offer the following guidance for parents and caregivers to help children become more comfortable with wearing a mask. Read More Four ways someone will tell you they are contemplating suicide July 30, 2020 Close to 800,000 people die due to suicide every year, which is one person every 40 seconds, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). Read More Top 10 Fireworks Safety Tips June 30, 2020 Though fireworks can be exciting, festive and fun, HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals want to remind community members that fireworks can also be very dangerous. Read More Walking Club promotes good physical and mental health June 30, 2020 Making connections with others is something many in the Chippewa Valley have been craving during a time when staying socially distanced is strongly recommended. The Volunteer Partners of HSHS St... Read More Lawn mowing is not child’s play: Top 5 tips to avoid injury June 24, 2020 Thirteen children, on average, receive emergency medical treatment every day for a lawn mower-related injury in the United States, according to the U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission. More... Read More HSHS hospitals now allow for more patients to safely receive visitors June 10, 2020 Eau Claire and Chippewa Falls, WI – As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, hospitals across the country have had to restrict or significantly limit visitors in an effort to curb the... Read More HSHS hospitals offer tips to keep kids safe around water this summer June 5, 2020 As more children and families head to beaches, backyard pools and other bodies of water for summer fun, HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals want to remind parents and caregivers to... Read More Colleagues honored with top hospital awards May 22, 2020 Annually HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals award two colleagues with top honors for living the mission of the Hospital Sisters, which is to reveal and embody Christ’s healing... Read More National award for clinical excellence presented to HSHS St. Joseph’s Center for Wound Care and Hyperbaric Medicine May 20, 2020 For the seventh year in a row, HSHS St. Joseph’s Center for Wound Care and Hyperbaric Medicine is the recipient of a national award for wound care. Read More More Cloth Masks Needed May 18, 2020 HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals are calling on community members to keep sewing and donating cloth face coverings. The overwhelming generosity in the past two months is... Read More Prevea Health, HSHS hospitals resume some services, procedures delayed due to COVID-19 pandemic May 6, 2020 Prevea Health and Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS) hospitals in Wisconsin are now resuming some non-COVID-19-related services and procedures that were placed on hold beginning in March due to... Read More HSHS hospitals remind the public that viruses don’t disappear in the outdoors May 1, 2020 It’s an exciting time in western Wisconsin as the forecast predicts a warm and sunny weekend, but health officials are reminding communities that COVID-19 and other viruses do not take a... Read More Hospitals share important message during COVID-19 pandemic: Don’t delay emergency care April 23, 2020 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 the midst of the COVID... Read More HSHS hospitals expand COVID-19 surge preparedness April 9, 2020 As part of ongoing COVID-19 surge preparedness, HSHS St. Joseph's and Sacred Heart hospitals are proactively and temporarily consolidating a few specific services beginning Friday, April 10. Read More HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital provides community garden to grow food for those in need March 31, 2020 This is the eighth season that HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital will offer plots in its community garden to feed those in need. The plots will be ready for gardeners by mid-May. Read More HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals thank doctors on national observance March 30, 2020 In honor of National Doctors’ Day on March 30, HSHS St. Joseph's and Sacred Heart hospitals would like to take the time to thank the physicians who serve our hospitals and our communities... Read More Hospital Event Cancellations March 13, 2020 Due to the increase in community transmission of COVID-19 (novel coronavirus) and in an effort to prevent possible spread of this illness, HSHS St. Joseph’s and Sacred Heart hospitals have... Read More HSHS hospitals host free QPR suicide prevention session February 19, 2020 HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals’ Community Health is hosting a session for anyone who would like to learn how to recognize the warning signs that someone may be thinking... Read More HSHS Hospitals offer breastfeeding classes March 17 February 17, 2020 Are you a mom-to-be who’s heard about the benefits of breastfeeding but wants to learn more? HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital’s Women and Infants Center and HSHS Sacred Heart... Read More HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital Encourages Middle Schoolers to Attend Babysitting Training February 12, 2020 If you have a child excited to begin babysitting, taking a babysitting class is a must. Read More HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals launch Restorative Health series March 10 February 10, 2020 Let’s face it – chronic conditions certainly can make life challenging. But a challenging life does not have to be an unfulfilled life. In fact, learning how to manage a chronic... Read More HSHS hospitals offer free hands-only CPR classes to the public January 30, 2020 Seconds count in an emergency. The communities of Eau Claire and Chippewa Falls are encouraged to participate in one of two FREE hands-only CPR classes at HSHS Sacred Heart and HSHS St. Joseph... Read More HSHS hospitals host free Adult Mental Health First Aid class January 28, 2020 It’s easy to recognize the signs of a heart attack or choking, but what about the signs of anxiety or a panic attack? HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals’ Community... Read More HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital President and CEO Named to Statewide Leadership Role January 16, 2020 Presented with an opportunity to further our mission, HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital president and CEO Andrew Bagnall has accepted a statewide HSHS leadership position. The promotion is effective... Read More Volunteer Partners of HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital to offer six $1,000 scholarships January 14, 2020 The Volunteer Partners of HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital will once again be offering six scholarships of $1,000 each in 2020 for people who wish to further their education in health-related... Read More HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital offers prenatal class series in February January 13, 2020 If you’re a soon-to-be parent, you likely have a lot of questions about what to expect during pregnancy, labor and delivery, and more. HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital’s Women... Read More HSHS Hospitals offer breastfeeding classes Jan. 21 January 6, 2020 Are you a mom-to-be who’s heard about the benefits of breastfeeding but wants to learn more? HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital’s Women and Infants Center and HSHS Sacred Heart... Read More Most popular baby names at HSHS St. Joseph's and Sacred Heart hospitals in 2019 December 30, 2019 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 Sacred Heart and St. Joseph... Read More Donate blood at HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital Dec. 9 November 20, 2019 There’s always a great need for whole blood from healthy donors. It’s a valuable resource that’s in short supply. To help bridge that gap, HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital is... Read More HSHS Hospitals to host pregnancy and infant loss remembrance service Dec. 8 November 13, 2019 Share of Western Wisconsin, a pregnancy and infant loss group coordinated by HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals, is hosting a special Christmastime memorial service for... Read More Tips to manage and prevent diabetic foot ulcers November 6, 2019 November is National Diabetes Awareness month and HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital’s Center for Wound Care and Hyperbaric Medicine is offering tips to manage foot ulcers if you are diabetic. Read More Partners of HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital to host Love Lights Christmas Celebration December 5 November 4, 2019 The annual Partners of HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital Love Lights Christmas Celebration will be at 4 p.m. on December 5 in the chapel of HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital, 2661 Highway I. Read More HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital to host free Youth Mental Health First Aid class Nov. 15 October 29, 2019 HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital is hosting a free all-day Youth Mental Health First Aid class, open to anyone who would like to learn the unique risk factors and warning signs of mental health problems... Read More HSHS hospitals offer Halloween safety tips October 28, 2019 With Halloween and trick-or-treating right around the corner, HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals encourage everyone to make safety a priority. Read More HSHS hospitals to host presentation on Parenting Teens in a Digital Age Nov. 20 October 21, 2019 Do you have a pre-teen or teenager who zones out and tunes into his/her cellphone, iPad or tablet while ignoring you? Let’s face it – parenting is hard enough without having to compete... Read More HSHS hospitals host free QPR suicide prevention session October 9, 2019 HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals’ 3D Community Health: Body.Mind.Spirit is hosting a session for anyone who would like to learn how to recognize the warning signs that... Read More HSHS hospitals to host Blessing of the Animals events September 29 September 16, 2019 HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals will host their annual “Blessing of the Animals” events on Sunday, September 29. Read More Pregnancy and infant loss remembrance walk set for October 15 September 9, 2019 Share of Western Wisconsin, a pregnancy and infant loss group coordinated by HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals, is hosting a walk to honor babies who have died during pregnancy or... Read More HSHS hospitals to host event with songwriter and humorist Jana Stanfield October 2 September 4, 2019 Join HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals’ 3D Community Health Body.Mind.Spirit. for an uplifting, refreshing event to help your retune, recalibrate and optimize your optimism... Read More Hospital offers session on understanding adverse childhood experiences and brain development August 30, 2019 HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital is offering a session on adverse childhood experiences – also known as “ACEs” – and brain development. Read More Partners of HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital to host annual Wonderland on the River event November 2 August 28, 2019 The Partners of HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital will host their ninth annual Wonderland on the River fundraising event on Saturday, November 2 at Lake Wissota Golf and Events, 16108 97th Ave. The... Read More HSHS hospitals host caregiver event September 25 August 27, 2019 Being a caregiver to a family member is as overwhelming as it is rewarding. Join HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals’ 3D Community Health, in collaboration with The Aging &... Read More Donations needed for HSHS coat and blanket drive August 26, 2019 An average of 10 percent of Wisconsin residents live in poverty, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Though it’s hard to believe, there are folks in western Wisconsin who won’t have... Read More Partners of HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital to collect, sell books for scholarship fund August 13, 2019 The Partners of HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital will collect new and used books and sell them to raise money for the group’s scholarship fund. Read More Donate blood at HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals August 12, 2019 There’s always a great need for whole blood from healthy donors. It’s a valuable resource that’s in short supply. To help bridge that gap, HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s... Read More Free QPR suicide prevention session Aug. 28 in Augusta August 7, 2019 HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals’ 3D Community Health: Body.Mind.Spirit is hosting a session for anyone who would like to learn how to recognize the warning signs that... Read More HSHS hospitals offer breastfeeding support group to anyone in the community July 29, 2019 HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals are offering a new breastfeeding support group open to any moms who’d like to learn new ideas, share experiences and gain confidence in... Read More Staying cool in a heat wave and warning signs of heat-related illnesses July 17, 2019 With summer temperatures rising, HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals have tips for staying cool and how to know the warning signs of heat-related illnesses, like heat stroke, which... Read More HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital honors extraordinary nurse July 16, 2019 At a ceremony held last week at HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital, a registered nurse was honored for the extraordinary, compassionate care she provides daily in her role. Ann Lane, a registered... Read More John Wagner named president and CEO of HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital July 15, 2019 John L. Wagner has been selected to serve as the president and CEO at HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital in Chippewa Falls. Wagner will start serving in this role on September 30. Read More HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital offers babysitting class August 9 July 12, 2019 Babysitting is a great way for kids to earn money and learn essential traits to prepare them in life. Do you have a child who’s ready to take the babysitting plunge? Make sure they receive... Read More Partners of HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital announce 2019 scholarship recipients July 10, 2019 Earlier today, the Partners of HSHS St. Joseph's Hospital presented scholarships of $1,000 each to six people who wish to further their education in health care-related fields. Read More HSHS hospitals offer safety tips for fairs, festivals, outdoor concerts July 9, 2019 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. Here are some tips from HSHS Sacred... Read More HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals name marketing director July 2, 2019 HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals are pleased to announce that Lisa Laatsch has accepted the role as director of marketing for the two hospitals. She began her role July 1. Read More HSHS hospitals remind you to put safety before shenanigans this Fourth of July July 1, 2019 Though fireworks are exciting, festive and fun, HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals want to remind community members that fireworks can also be dangerous. Read More HSHS hospitals host summer safety day at community pools June 27 June 18, 2019 On June 27, a registered nurse from HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals will be at area pools to share free summer safety tips, sunscreen, sunglasses and bottled water at 1 p.m. at... Read More HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals name community health director June 17, 2019 HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals are pleased to announce that Laura Baalrud has accepted the role as Director of Community Health for the two hospitals. Read More Mobile mammography bus coming to a town near you June 10, 2019 Sadly, one in eight women in the U.S. will develop invasive breast cancer over the course of her lifetime, according to the American Cancer Society. Of more than 123,000 women in a 60-mile radius... Read More Donate blood at HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals June 5, 2019 There's always a great need for whole blood from healthy donors. It’s a valuable resource that’s in short supply. To help bridge that gap, HSHS St. Joseph’s and Sacred Heart... Read More HSHS Foundations receive $400,000 from local bank June 4, 2019 HSHS Sacred Heart Foundation and HSHS St. Joseph’s Foundations are excited to announce that today Charter Bank gifted $400,000 to help fund a mobile mammography bus that will travel to rural... Read More Pregnancy and Infant Loss Memorial Services set for June 3 and 4 May 17, 2019 Share of Western Wisconsin, a pregnancy and infant loss support group recently started by HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals, is hosting memorial and burial services for families... Read More HSHS hospitals honor colleagues and physicians at recognition event May 10, 2019 On May 9 at HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals’ Colleague Service Awards banquet at the Florian Gardens, Andrew Bagnall, president and CEO, HSHS Western Wisconsin Division... Read More HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals announce Nurse Exemplar Award recipients May 8, 2019 This week, during National Nurses Week, HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals presented the 2019 Nurse Exemplar Awards to two very deserving registered nurses. These peer-nominated... Read More 2018 Hospice Remembrance Quilt tour May 6, 2019 Family and friends of HSHS St. Joseph's Hospital Hospice patients who passed away in 2018 attended an open house and quilt viewing last month at both HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital and HSHS... Read More HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital’s Center for Wound Care and Hyperbaric Medicine earns awards May 3, 2019 HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital’s Center for Wound Care and Hyperbaric Medicine recently received the Center of Distinction award and the Robert A. Warriner III Center of Excellence award... Read More HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital provides community garden to grow food for those in need April 30, 2019 This is the seventh season that HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital will offer plots in its community garden to feed those in need. The plots will be ready for gardeners by mid-May. Read More HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals name Chief Nursing Officer April 29, 2019 HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals are pleased to announce that Jennifer Drayton, RN, MS has joined the two hospitals as Chief Nursing Officer. Drayton began her new role today. Read More HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals name finance director April 23, 2019 HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals are pleased to announce that Kristi Brosnahan, MBA, CPA, has joined the two hospitals as director of finance. She began her new role April 22. Read More Reserve your spot now for the 48th Annual Partners of HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital Charity Ball April 17, 2019 The Partners of HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital invite you to the 48th Annual Charity Ball – Aloha! Hawaii. Each year the Partners host the dinner to give thanks to current donors and also... Read More HSHS Hospitals receive national award for achievements in sustainability April 15, 2019 In recognition for successful programs to reduce their environmental impact, HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals each recently earned the Partner for Change Award from Practice... Read More New Lab director named at HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals April 12, 2019 Russ Albert has been named director of Laboratory Services at HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals. He began his new role April 8. Albert will lead all inpatient and outpatient... Read More HSHS colleague earns advanced simulation educator certification April 10, 2019 Hannah Schroeder, nursing educator at HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals, recently earned the international Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE) credential from the... Read More HSHS hospitals host event on practical and spiritual wisdom for caregivers April 9, 2019 HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals are hosting two speakers from the Henri Nouwen Society for two special events Tuesday, April 30, as part of this year’s Monsignor Klimek... Read More HSHS hospitals earn echocardiography accreditation April 2, 2019 HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals echocardiography labs have both been granted a three-year term of accreditation by the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC) in the area of... Read More Hospital names Wound Care and Hyperbaric Medicine program director March 22, 2019 HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital is pleased to name Toni McCutcheon as program director of the hospital’s Center for Wound Care and Hyperbaric Medicine. She began her new role March 4. Read More HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital offers babysitting class April 6 March 11, 2019 Babysitting is a great way for youngsters to earn money and learn essential traits to prepare them in life. Do you have a child who’s ready to take the babysitting plunge? Make sure they... Read More HSHS hospitals host free QPR suicide prevention session March 4, 2019 HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals’ 3D Community Health: Body.Mind.Spirit is hosting a session for anyone who would like to learn how to recognize the warning signs that... Read More Hospital Sisters Health System celebrates 40 years of incorporation February 18, 2019 Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS) is commemorating the 40th anniversary of its incorporation, which took place on December 26, 1978. A celebration was held at the System Services Center in... Read More HSHS hospitals to host free event Feb. 25 about drug and alcohol addiction February 4, 2019 Join HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals’ 3D Community Health Body.Mind.Spirit for an event for those whose loved ones are battling alcohol and other drug addictions. The event... Read More HSHS hospitals offer session on understanding adverse childhood experiences and brain development January 29, 2019 HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals are offering a session on adverse childhood experiences – also known as “ACEs” – and brain development. Read More New member named to Boards of Directors for HSHS Sacred Heart and HSHS St. Joseph’s hospitals January 23, 2019 Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS) in Springfield, Ill., recently announced the appointment of a new member to the Boards of Directors for HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals. The... Read More HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital names Foundation director January 7, 2019 HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital is pleased to name Andrea Blaeser as director of the HSHS St. Joseph’s Foundation. She begins her new role today. Blaeser will lead the fundraising efforts at... Read More Hospital Sisters Health System and OakLeaf Clinics unite to offer high-quality, coordinated care January 3, 2019 OakLeaf Clinics, an independent, physician-owned medical practice, and Hospital Sisters Health System, which includes HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals, have established a formal... Read More Load More