HSHS St. Mary's Hospital - Decatur News News Category All Hospital News Submit Media Contact Andrew Dilbeck, HSHS Illinois Office: 217-464-5610 | Andrew.Dilbeck@hshs.org Be alert to the effects of too much caffeine March 17, 2023 March is Caffeine Awareness Month Read More Preventing accidental poisoning at home March 17, 2023 HSHS St. Mary's offers five tips to prevent accidental poisoning from happening at home Read More Scrub Sale set for March 28-29 March 17, 2023 Partners of HSHS St. Mary's sponsoring scrub sale event Read More Better sleep boosts overall health March 8, 2023 Boost your overall health and well-being with better sleep as HSHS St. Mary's recognizes Sleep Awareness Week Read More Cram the Car food drive set for Feb. 28 February 20, 2023 Help HSHS Home Care Illinois collect food items for Catholic Charities Read More Frequent hand washing can reduce spread of illness February 16, 2023 HSHS St. Mary's encourages everyone to frequently wash their hands when exposed to high touch surfaces Read More When chest pain occurs, dial, don't drive February 16, 2023 Dialing 911 saves critical treatment time in the emergency room when minutes matter Read More "Cheers to Chocolate" candy and bake sale set for Feb. 14 February 3, 2023 Partners of HSHS St. Mary's celebrate with a Cheers to Chocolate Read More Not too late for flu vaccine January 19, 2023 HSHS explains why it is not too late to get your flu vaccine Read More Thyroid disorders can often go undiagnosed January 19, 2023 HSHS St. Mary's recognized Thyroid Awareness Month in January Read More Top baby names in Decatur for 2022 January 9, 2023 Harper and Owen were top baby names in Decatur in 2022 Read More Protect your health during cold, winter months December 16, 2022 HSHS St. Mary's offers information to help you protect and maintain your health this time of year Read More Easy ways to stay healthy this cold and flu season December 14, 2022 HSHS St. Mary's Hospital shares tips for a healthy winter Read More Share Memorial Service set for December 6 December 1, 2022 HSHS St. Mary's Share Program remembers babies lost too soon Read More Reducing stress associated with caregiving November 29, 2022 HSHS Home Care Illinois shares 6 ways to reduce stress as we recognize National Family Caregivers Month in November Read More Lung Cancer Awareness month brings attention to lung health November 21, 2022 HSHS St. Mary's offers low-dose CT lung cancer screening for early detection Read More Keeping safety in mind when shopping for children's gifts November 21, 2022 HSHS St. Mary's shares 10 tips to remember when buying gifts for children Read More Know the signs of diabetes November 21, 2022 HSHS St. Mary's encourages you to know the signs of diabetes as we recognize American Diabetes Month in November Read More Organ and tissue donor recognition November 11, 2022 HSHS St. Mary's honors organ and tissue donors, recipients and those still waiting Read More Star Lighting ceremony set for Dec. 1 November 8, 2022 HSHS St. Mary's Hospital Foundation lights the Christmas Star Read More Virtual Candle Lighting Ceremony November 4, 2022 HSHS Hospice Illinois invites communities to join in virtual candle lighting ceremony Read More Virtual Career Fair set for November 3 October 27, 2022 HSHS is hosting a virtual Career Fair for part-time and PRN positions. Openings for a variety of roles at multiple locations in Illinois and Wisconsin. Read More Getting your first mammogram? October 24, 2022 Don't let getting your first mammogram be intimidating. Follow these tips to feel relaxed and prepared. Read More Tips for a Safe Halloween October 19, 2022 Parents follow these tips to make sure kids stay safe on Halloween Read More Virtual Career Fair set for October 6 October 3, 2022 HSHS is hosting a virtual career fair for nursing and nursing support positions on October 6 Read More Four ways to lower cholesterol September 26, 2022 HSHS St. Mary's recognized National Cholesterol Education Month Read More Six tips to healthy aging September 26, 2022 HSHS St. Mary's recognizes Healthy Aging Month and offers these tips for healthy aging Read More Virtual Career Fair set for September 22 September 14, 2022 HSHS is hosting a virtual Career Fair for housekeeping and food service positions Read More St. Mary's partners with Gateway Foundation August 25, 2022 HSHS St. Mary's partnership with Gateway Foundation offers patients substance abuse, treatment and recovery program Read More The unique benefits of breast milk August 25, 2022 HSHS St. Mary's recognize National Breastfeeding Month in August Read More National Immunization Awareness Month recognized in August August 25, 2022 HSHS St. Mary's encourages vaccinations for people of all ages during National Immunization Month Read More Partners of HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital Elect New Officers August 12, 2022 The Partners of HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital are happy to announce the election of new officers for the coming year. Read More Staying safe in excessive heat July 20, 2022 HSHS St. Mary's shares warning signs and tips to stay safe in excessive heat Read More The need for blood doesn't take a summer vacation July 20, 2022 Top four reasons to donate blood in the summer Read More Safety should be a priority as fairs and festivals return July 14, 2022 HSHS St. Mary's offers these safety reminders when attending events Read More Sun safety tips to prevent damage from harmful UV rays July 14, 2022 The sun's ultraviolet (UV) rays can damage skin in as little as 15 minutes Read More Water safety tips June 14, 2022 HSHS St. Mary's shares 4 tips to keep families safe around water this summer. Read More Playing it safe with fireworks June 14, 2022 HSHS St. Mary's recommends leaving fireworks to the professionals. Fireworks can be fun, but are very dangerous. Follow these top 10 safety recommendations. Read More Nursing Exemplar Awardees named May 24, 2022 HSHS St. Mary's celebrates Nursing Exemplar Awards during National Nurses Week Read More Learn the signs and symptoms of a stroke May 20, 2022 HSHS St. Mary's recognizes National Stroke Month in May Read More Protect your skin while enjoying the outdoors May 20, 2022 Follow these sun safety tips to prevent damage from harmful UV rays Read More Becker Healthcare names HSHS one of top 150 places to work May 2, 2022 Hospital Sisters Health System among the asteemed honorees for going above and beyond to foster a great workplace. Read More Wound Care Center highlights the importance of foot health April 20, 2022 HSHS St. Mary's Wound Care Center recognizes National Foot Health Awareness Month Read More Discussing your health care decisions April 20, 2022 HSHS Illinois hospitals encourage families to discuss health care decisions Read More Signs of spring... and seasonal allergies April 19, 2022 HSHS St. Mary's offers tips for allergy sufferers Read More March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month March 21, 2022 New recommendations encourage colon cancer screenings at the age of 45 Read More HSHS Illinois offering nursing scholarships March 17, 2022 HSHS Illinois offering nursing scholarships up to $20,000 Read More Daylight Savings Time and the Importance of Sleep March 16, 2022 Sunday, March 13 marked the beginning of Sleep Awareness Week. Read More Protect your family from accidental poisoning March 16, 2022 HSHS St. Mary's offers advice during Poison Prevention Week. Read More Learn the warning signs of a heart attack February 10, 2022 American Heart Month is the perfect time to refresh your awareness on the warning signs of a heart attack. Read More Women: Take good care of your heart February 10, 2022 Heart disease strikes nearly 1 in 3 women during their lifetime Read More Know the signs of frostbite and hypothermia February 3, 2022 HSHS Illinois hospitals and clinics urge you to know the signs of frostbite and hypothermia Read More HSHS Illinois provides tips for shoveling snow February 1, 2022 With the upcoming winter storm, HSHS Illinois recommends a few safety tips before you shovel snow Read More Winter brings increased need for blood donation January 14, 2022 Top four reasons to become a blood donor. Read More Staying safe walking on ice and snow January 13, 2022 Winter is here. HSHS St Mary's reminds you to stay safe when venturing outside. Read More Amelia, Oliver Are Decatur’s Most Popular Baby Names for 2021 January 4, 2022 Eight girls were named Amelia, although some parents chose variant spellings – Emelia and Emilia. Eight boys were named Oliver. Read More Coping with COVID during the holidays December 16, 2021 Understand the facts about the current COVID-19 environment and incorporate safety measures into your holiday plans. Read More Help cut calories with healthy food swaps December 16, 2021 HSHS St. Mary's recommends healthy food swaps to help cut calories during the holidays. Read More Carbon Monoxide safety tips December 9, 2021 HSHS St. Mary's offers carbon monoxide safety tips Read More Know the signs of diabetes to get help you need November 11, 2021 Raising awareness about diabetes during National Diabetes Awareness Month Read More November is National Family Caregivers Month November 10, 2021 5 steps to reduce the stress of caregiving Read More Sleep tips to keep your internal clock in check November 3, 2021 "Fall back" to Standard Time begins November 7 Read More Happy Halloween tips October 22, 2021 HSHS St. Mary's offers parents tips for a safe and healthy Halloween. Read More Oh, my gourd, it's pumpkin season October 14, 2021 SIx reasons to add pumpkin to your diet year round. Read More Tips to take charge of your breast health October 14, 2021 HSHS St Mary's honoring National Breast Cancer Awareness Month Read More ABCs of Safe Sleep for Babies September 16, 2021 HSHS St. Mary'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 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 The Benefits of Breastfeeding August 17, 2021 August is National Breastfeeding Month. HSHS St. Mary's reminds mothers about the benefits of breastfeeding. Read More Keeping Kids Safe Around Water this Summer July 14, 2021 HSHS St. Mary's reminds parents and caregivers to be diligent around water. Read More Summer food handling safety tips July 13, 2021 HSHS St. Mary'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. Mary's offers outdoor grilling safety tips Read More Stay safe and use caution while mowing July 13, 2021 HSHS St. Mary'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. Mary's on July 20 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 Celebrate safely during fireworks season June 11, 2021 HSHS St. Mary's urges safety with fireworks Read More Tips for Preventing and Recognizing Heatstroke June 11, 2021 HSHS St. Mary's offers tips for preventing and recognizing heatstroke. Read More Tick Season Brings Increased Risk of Lyme Disease June 10, 2021 HSHS St. Mary's offers tips for prevention, tick removal and bite treatment Read More May is National Stroke Awareness Month - Learn to recognize the signs and symptoms May 18, 2021 The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) identifies stroke as the third-leading cause of death in Illinois, with more than 6,000 deaths annually. HSHS St. Mary's Hospital... Read More Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease May 17, 2021 A virus with a simple name that commonly affects young children is making a resurgence in day care centers now that children are returning to day cares fulltime as parents return to work after... Read More Stay Safe in the Sun with Sunscreen May 11, 2021 HSHS St. Mary's answers frequently asked questions on sunscreen use Read More The Auxiliary of HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital Memorialize Long-time Member April 29, 2021 Hospital Auxilians were finally able to meet up near the bench honoring long-time member Judy Wiggins. Read More April is Child Abuse Prevention Month April 16, 2021 Learn how to spot the signs. Read More Discussing your health care decisions April 16, 2021 HSHS St. Mary's encourages families to discuss health care decisions sooner, rather than later Read More March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month March 24, 2021 Know your risk and don't delay preventive screenings which could save your life 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 "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 Taking charge of your heart health February 18, 2021 HSHS St. Mary's provides healthy eating and exercise tips during American Heart Month. 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 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 Snow safety tips January 21, 2021 HSHS St. Mary's stresses snow shoveling safety as the possibility of snow approaches our region. Read More Aubrey and Carter top baby names in 2020 January 21, 2021 Aubrey and Carter were top baby names for deliveries at HSHS St. Mary's in 2020. 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 HSHS St. Mary's nationally recognized for patient safety December 17, 2020 HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital Nationally Recognized with an ‘A’ for the Fall 2020 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade. Read More Celebrating safely during the holiday season December 16, 2020 HSHS St. Mary's encourages community to make memories this holiday season, but to act responsibly and celebrate safely. Read More Choose Wisely. Top 6 Food Choices at Thanksgiving November 24, 2020 As the Holidays approach, make good food choices. 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 Safe Toy Buying Tips for the Holidays November 20, 2020 Remember to check the safety and age-range when buying toys. Read More Local Hospitals to Restrict Visitors as COVID-19 Spreads Locally October 30, 2020 As the number of COVID-19 cases continues to increase throughout central Illinois, Decatur Memorial Hospital and HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital will suspend visitors for inpatients effective... 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 Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month October 22, 2020 This awareness month hopes to bring these struggles to light so families know they are not alone. Read More Trick or Treat Alternatives and Safety Tips October 21, 2020 Consider more treats and less tricks this Halloween. Read More Honoring National Breast Cancer Awareness Month October 8, 2020 HSHS St. Mary's Hospital continues to bring awareness to breast cancer and the women battling it. We encourage women to discuss mammograms and breast health with your doctor. Read More The Value of Vaccines September 15, 2020 Six things to know about vaccines. Read More Back-to-School Health Tips September 10, 2020 HSHS Illinois offers good sleep and nutrition tips for your family. Read More The Benefits of Breastfeeding August 25, 2020 HSHS St. Mary's reminds mothers about the benefits of breastfeeding Read More Keeping Your Mask Clean and Your Glasses Fog Free August 12, 2020 With the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the state of Illinois highly recommending that people help prevent the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) by wearing cloth face coverings... Read More Lawn mowing is not child’s play July 30, 2020 HSHS Illinois offers Top 5 tips to avoid injury. While mowing is a seemingly innocuous activity, the HSHS Illinois hospitals want to remind everyone to remain safety-minded when mowing. Read More HSHS Illinois Shares Tips for Staying Cool in a Heat Wave and Warning Signs of Heat-Related Illnesses July 17, 2020 With the excessive heat warnings for the region, it is important to take steps to stay safe in the heat. The HSHS Illinois hospitals are providing tips for staying cool and how to know the warning... Read More HSHS Illinois encourages staying safe in the sun with sunscreen July 10, 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 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 HSHS St. Mary's Hospital Resumes Elective Surgeries May 13, 2020 We want to let you know HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital started performing elective surgeries once again on Monday, May 11 under Illinois public health guidelines. If you have a surgery or procedure... Read More Local Organizations Collect PPE and Homemade Masks April 1, 2020 The Macon County Crisis Communication Team is accepting donations of homemade masks and other Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) on Thursday, April 2 and April 9, 2020, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.... Read More HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital Cares for COVID-19 Patient March 27, 2020 The Illinois Department of Public Health has confirmed that a patient being treated at HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital has tested positive for COVID-19. The patient is a woman in her 50s who... Read More HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital Institutes New Triage Protocol for Emergency Department Patients March 18, 2020 HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital has begun screening emergency department patients for COVID-19 symptoms in a triage area near the emergency department entrance. Read More HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital Postponing/Cancelling Non-Essential Events at the Hospital March 13, 2020 Due to concerns about COVID-19, influenza and other illnesses, HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital has decided to postpone or cancel non-essential events/classes at the hospital through the end of April... Read More 7th Annual Chocolate Extravaganza February 4, 2020 The 7th Annual Chocolate Extravaganza hosted by the Auxiliary of HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital will be held on Friday, February 14 from 7 a.m. until sold out. A variety of chocolate, brownies... Read More Flu Season Q & A December 2, 2019 We sat down with St. Mary's Infection Preventionist Rachel Deerwester, RN to discuss the symptoms, treatments and prevention of the flu this season. Read More Clinical Career Fair August 29, 2019 HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital invites you to join our team this Fall. Stop by the St. Mary’s lobby on Tuesday, September 10 from 4 – 7 p.m. to learn more about the careers offered at... Read More HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital Re-Accredited as Baby-Friendly Hospital August 23, 2019 The Women and Infants Center at HSHS St. Mary's Hospital was recently re-accredited as the area’s only Baby-Friendly® hospital. The global Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative selects... Read More Back to School Tips August 14, 2019 As the remaining days of summer end and a new school year begins, HSHS St. Mary's Hospital reminds parents that it is time to prepare their child for the new school year ahead. Read More Angel of Hope Share Garden Dedication July 11, 2019 Join us Thursday, July 17 at 5 p.m. near the 16th St. entrance to the HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital campus for a dedication of the hospital’s new Share garden. Read More Angel of Hope Share Garden Memory Stones June 4, 2019 HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital is offering the opportunity to memorialize and celebrate the life of a child lost to miscarriage, still birth or infant death. These memory stones can be purchased... Read More HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital to Team with Child Safety USA to Provide FBI-Ready Child ID Cards April 25, 2019 HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital is teaming up with Child Safety USA to provide free, FBI-ready identification cards for parents and guardians of children 18 and younger on Saturday, April 27 from 10... Read More HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital Encourages Community to Join Organ Donor Registry April 8, 2019 HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital will hold an organ donor drive in honor of Donate Life Month on Tuesday, April 9 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the main lobby of the hospital. The donor drive is in... Read More HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital and Local Leaders Bring Awareness to Child Abuse April 3, 2019 Prevent Child Abuse Illinois, the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services, Macon County CASA and HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital will commemorate the start of April as National Child... Read More As Flu Numbers Rise, HSHS Reminds Community It’s Not Too Late for a Flu Shot March 14, 2019 HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital and HSHS Medical Group have recently seen a significant rise in flu numbers. Last month, the health care providers at the HSHS facilities in the Decatur area saw 177... Read More HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital Receives CuddleCot Donation March 13, 2019 HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital will hold an event to accept the donation of a Flexmort CuddleCot from the Dustin and Tasha Ruholl Family as well as inform the community about still birth, pregnancy... Read More Sixth Annual Chocolate Extravaganza January 29, 2019 The sixth annual HSHS St. Mary’s Auxiliary’s Chocolate Extravaganza will be held Thursday, February 14th in the hospital lobby starting at 7 a.m. until sold out. Come early to get your... Read More GO! 217 Decatur | Lunch with a Dietitian January 28, 2019 As we start the new year, HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital’s Go! 217 program invites you to Lunch with a Dietitian on Thursday, February 7 at 11:30 a.m. in the hospital’s Assisi Room... Read More ESPNDecatur Real Men Wear Pink High School Football Awards January 21, 2019 All coaches, players, parents and football fans are invited to enjoy a celebration of high school football and the 2018 Real Men Wear Pink (RMWP) campaign. The ESPNDecatur Real Men Wear Pink High... Read More Winter Weather Safety December 6, 2018 HSHS St. Mary's Hospital encourages everyone to stay safe in the winter weather this holiday season. When recommended by local weather and safety experts, stay inside and off the roads. Read More Q and A: Influenza with Dr. Jignesh Modi December 6, 2018 We sat down with Dr. Jignesh Modi, HSHS Medical Group infectious disease physician at HSHS St. Mary's Hospital to discuss the flu. Read More HSHS St. Mary's Hospital and HSHS St. John's Hospital Receive ‘A’ Grades for Patient Safety November 12, 2018 HSHS St. John’s Hospital and HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital were awarded ‘A’ grades from The Leapfrog Group’s Fall 2018 Hospital Safety Grade. These HSHS hospitals were the... Read More HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital Shares the Warmth this Holiday Season November 5, 2018 Colleagues at HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital will be collecting coats, hats, gloves, sweaters and blankets throughout the month of November as part of the hospital’s “Giving Thanks... Read More HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital Foundation Presents Christmas Star Lighting Campaign November 1, 2018 Each year, the HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital Foundation honors and memorializes loved ones of colleagues and members of the community through sponsorship of Christmas lights on the star that sits... Read More HSHS St. Mary’s Encourages Decatur Leaders to Carefully Consider Changes to Local Ambulance Service September 6, 2018 Leaders at HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital and Decatur Ambulance Service (DAS) are asking city leaders to further investigate if licensing an additional ambulance service in Decatur is a good... Read More HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital Welcomes Joel Fletcher to Foundation Team August 30, 2018 We are excited to announce that Joel Fletcher will be joining the HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital Foundation team as a philanthropy specialist. His main responsibility will be working with... Read More HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital Auxiliary Hold Fall Creation Sale August 24, 2018 HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital Auxiliary will host a Fall Creation Sale Wednesday, September 5 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at St. Mary’s Hospital. The Auxiliary Artisans will be located in the main... Read More Real Men Wear Pink is back for its 12th year! August 22, 2018 Each year hundreds of athletes and supporters band together and wear pink to support breast cancer awareness. Each Friday in October we ask that men and women wear pink in an ongoing effort to... Read More Capital Investments at HSHS St. Mary's Hospital August 13, 2018 HSHS St. Mary's Hospital has been hard at work improving our hospital campus to benefit our patients, colleagues and visitors. Check out some of the capital projects coming to St. Mary's in... Read More Back to School Health Tips August 8, 2018 As the remaining days of summer end and a new school year begins, HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital reminds parents that it is time to prepare their child for the new school year ahead. Read More HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital and HSHS Medical Group Break Ground On New Medical Office Building August 7, 2018 HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital and HSHS Medical Group held an official groundbreaking ceremony to celebrate the beginning of construction on our newest medical office building. Hospital and medical... Read More Q and A: Seasonal Allergies and Asthma with Dr. Wajih Raqeem May 7, 2018 We sat down with Dr. Wajih Raqeem, HSHS Medical Group physician and lead hospitalist at HSHS St. Mary's Hospital to discuss seasonal allergies and asthma. Read More HSHS St. Mary's Hospital Renovates Intensive Care Unit May 1, 2018 HSHS St. Mary's Hospital has begun a $9 million renovation of the intensive care unit (ICU). The new ICU will be able to hold 12 patients and there family and provides a much better healing... Read More Child Abuse Prevention Month April 3, 2018 Prevent Child Abuse Illinois, the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services and HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital are joining together to kick off Child Abuse Prevention Month in April. They... Read More ACA Enrollment Events Scheduled at HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital December 4, 2017 Certified application counselors will be available by appointment at HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital to help individuals and families sign up for health care coverage through the Affordable Care Act... Read More HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital Hosts Share Holiday Memorial Service November 29, 2017 The Share Holiday Memorial Service remembers and honors babies who have died during pregnancy, at birth or in early infancy. Please join us for this special memorial service in the HSHS St. Mary... Read More HSHS St. Mary’s Foundation Promotes Giving Tuesday November 27, 2017 HSHS St. Mary’s Foundation has joined the global Giving Tuesday effort and asks the community to consider donating to St. Mary’s Hospital on this day of giving. Read More HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital Hosts AARP Driver Safety Program for November November 6, 2017 Cars, traffic rules, driving conditions and the roads we travel every day change constantly. Keep your knowledge and driving skills up-to-date and you’ll feel more confident on the road. Read More HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital and Eisenhower High School Announce Dual Credit Program October 5, 2017 HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital announced today that it is partnering with Eisenhower High School and Richland Community College to form a dual credit program focusing on horticulture. This program... Read More HSHS St. Mary’s Celebrates the Feast of St. Francis With a Blessing of the Animals September 29, 2017 HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital will host a blessing of the animals on Thursday, October 5 at 5:30 p.m. in honor of the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi. The service will take place at the St. Mary... Read More Share Program Education Day September 26, 2017 HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital will host an educational day for the community about its Share program. Share is a support group for those who experience the death of a baby during pregnancy, at... Read More AARP Driver Safety Course 10-2-17 September 18, 2017 Cars, traffic rules, driving conditions and the roads we travel every day change constantly. Keep your knowledge and driving skills up-to-date, and you’ll feel more confident on the road. Read More HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital Hosts Car Seat Safety Check September 13, 2017 Motor vehicle injuries are the leading cause of death among children in the United States. “Many of these deaths are preventable. Placing children in age and size appropriate car seats and... Read More Prayer Service for Hurricane Victims and First Responders September 12, 2017 Yesterday, HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital colleagues and visitors joined together in prayer and song in recognition of hurricane victims and first responders. Sister Ritamary Brown, a health... Read More 2017 Share Walk for Remembrance and Hope August 23, 2017 October is National Pregnancy and Infant Loss Prevention Month. This year HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital continues a tradition started in 2016, the Share Walk for Remembrance and Hope. This event... Read More HSHS Announces Appointment of HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital, Decatur President and CEO August 2, 2017 HSHS today announced the appointment of Joan Coffman to serve as president and CEO of HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital in Decatur, Illinois. Coffman currently serves as president and CEO of HSHS St... Read More Hospital Sisters Health System Named 2017 Most Wired July 11, 2017 Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS) and each of its individual ministries, including HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital, have been named “Most Wired” by the 19th Annual Health Care&rsquo... Read More AARP Driver Safety Course 7/10 July 3, 2017 Cars, traffic rules, driving conditions and the roads we travel every day change constantly. Keep your knowledge and driving skills up-to-date and you’ll feel more confident on the road. Read More HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital Holds Stroke Awareness Open House May 19, 2017 Nationally, May is designated as stroke month. To raise awareness, HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital is holding a stroke open house Tuesday, May 23, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the main lobby of the... Read More HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital Hosts Stroke Support Group April 27, 2017 Each year nearly 800,000 people suffer from a stroke in the United States and countless more are affected by a loved one’s stroke. Whether you are a survivor or are caring for a loved one... Read More HSHS St. Mary’s Foundation Hosts Annual Golf Outing April 6, 2017 Join HSHS St. Mary’s Foundation for a day of fun and fellowship at their annual golf outing Monday, May 22, 2017, at the Country Club of Decatur. Read More HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital Hosts Power of Attorney in Health Care Event April 4, 2017 As part of National Healthcare Decisions Day, HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital’s spiritual care team will be available in the main lobby of the hospital Tuesday, April 18, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m... Read More Donate Life Month Donor Drive March 31, 2017 In 2003, Donate Life America and its partnering organizations declared April “National Donate Life Month,” a time to focus on encouraging Americans to register as organ, eye and tissue... Read More HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital Hosts Four-Part Spirituality Series March 29, 2017 This spring, Sister Anna Phiri, a Hospital Sister of the Third Order of St. Francis, explores the familiar topic of forgiveness and challenges the common belief that we need to forget past... Read More HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital Hosts AARP Driver Safety Program March 22, 2017 Cars, traffic rules, driving conditions and the roads we travel every day change constantly. Keep your knowledge and driving skills up-to-date and you’ll feel more confident on the road. Read More HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital Hosts Alzheimer’s Community Education March 20, 2017 If you or someone you know is affected by Alzheimer’s Disease or dementia, it is time to learn the facts. This program provides information on detection, causes and risk factors, stages of... Read More HSHS St. John’s Children’s Hospital Benefits from IHOP’s National Pancake Day March 2, 2017 On Tuesday, March 7, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. IHOP guests can receive a free short stack of the brand’s world-famous, freshly made buttermilk pancakes at restaurants coast to coast. In return... Read More HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital Hosts AARP Driver Safety Program February 21, 2017 Cars, traffic rules, driving conditions and the roads we travel every day change constantly. Some drivers over age 50 may benefit from refreshing up their driving skills. Read More Free Lunch and Learn to Discuss Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease February 10, 2017 We invite the public to sign up for a lunch and learn seminar with Cardiologist Luis Caceres, MD from the Prairie Heart Institute. The seminar will take place at HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital in... Read More Red Onesies to Newborns to Raise Awareness for Heart Month February 6, 2017 HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital is recognizing heart month by having the tiniest of patients raise awareness about preventing heart disease. Every baby born at St. Mary’s in the month of... Read More HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital Offers Tips to Prevent Heart Disease February 2, 2017 Heart disease causes one in every four deaths in the United States and is the leading cause of death for both men and women. Fortunately, there are ways to reduce your chances of being diagnosed... Read More HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital, Decatur Family YMCA Continue Free Fitness Classes with GO! 217 Program January 31, 2017 HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital and the Decatur Family YMCA are offering free fitness classes each month. This month’s first workout class, which includes zumba and toning, will be held... Read More HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital Adjusts Visiting Guidelines during Flu Season January 24, 2017 With flu season hitting a peak in central Illinois, the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) recommends health care facilities adhere to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention&rsquo... Read More HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital Launches Single Site Surgery Program January 17, 2017 Each year, more than a million people experience gallstone disease. Gallbladder attacks caused by gallstones lodged in the bile ducts of the gallbladder can be extremely painful and life... Read More HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital, Decatur Family YMCA Offer Free Fitness Classes with GO! 217 Program January 4, 2017 As 2017 kicks off, HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital and the Decatur Family YMCA are offering free fitness classes each month. The first workout class/sign-up event will be held Thursday, January 5 in... Read More Load More