Media Contact
Karen Kraus, Communications Department HSHS Wisconsin
Office: (715) 717-4591 | Cell: (715) 717-4747 | Karen.Kraus@hshs.org
January 26, 2023
Health experts at HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals say it is not too late to get a flu vaccine to help prevent illness this winter.
January 17, 2023
An estimated 20 million Americans have some form or thyroid disorder, according to the American Thyroid Association.
December 22, 2022
The gift of a newborn is special year-round, but families received an extra special delivery from HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital during December.
December 21, 2022
Here are the top baby boy and baby girl names of 2022.
December 16, 2022
HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals offer the following information and guidance to help protect and maintain your health this time of year:
December 13, 2022
Often healthy eating habits go by the wayside during the holidays, but HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals dietitians say it is possible to enjoy holiday meals, while also making...
November 30, 2022
With more snow and ice expected in the months to come, HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals want to ensure area residents stay safe when walking on snow and ice.
November 23, 2022
GERD results in chronic heartburn, gagging and backflow of fluid from the stomach into the esophagus.
November 23, 2022
The Volunteer Partners of HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital and HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital will honor and memorialize loved ones during the annual Love Lights tree lighting ceremony in December.
November 17, 2022
When shopping for holiday gifts, HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals encourage you to prioritize safety over popularity.
November 16, 2022
HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital continues its work to make conversations about suicide more common, and mental health services more accessible.
November 15, 2022
HSHS Home Care provides hospice care through HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital in Eau Claire and HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital in Chippewa Falls.
November 14, 2022
An estimated 580,000 informal caregivers in Wisconsin provide more than 490 million unpaid hours of care annually to individuals with disabilities and older adults.
November 10, 2022
As colder temperatures set in this weekend, HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals’ Trauma Coordinator, Tyler Bowe says people are turning up their heating systems and should use...
November 8, 2022
An estimated 37 million people are living with diabetes in the United States.
November 1, 2022
As hunters take to the woods, marshes and fields across Wisconsin for the traditional nine-day deer hunt in November, HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals and Prevea Health ask all to...
October 27, 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 policies.
October 21, 2022
Early cancer detection is saving lives. Often, if breast cancer is found early, there are more treatment options, and those treatments may be less invasive.
October 20, 2022
Overwhelming evidence shows screening mammograms can help detect breast cancer early which allows for more treatment options and potentially less invasive treatments.
October 20, 2022
HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital in Eau Claire and HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital in Chippewa Falls are pleased to announce the appointment of John Wagner as president and CEO of both hospitals.
October 11, 2022
During October’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Prevea Health and its hospital partners want to remind everyone about the importance of breast health and breast screenings.
October 5, 2022
The Patriot Award is presented to employers who not only hire Guard and Reserve members but demonstrate superior support to the military employee and his/her family.
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.
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.
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.
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.
September 19, 2022
Every two minutes someone in the United States dies from a sepsis infection.
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.
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.
August 4, 2022
HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital recognizes National Breastfeeding Month in August, and the benefits of breastfeeding.
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...
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...
July 11, 2022
HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital has received an ‘A’ in patient safety from Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade for spring 2022.
July 6, 2022
HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital is proud to receive the 2022 American Heart Association’s (AHA) Get With The Guidelines®-Stroke GOLD Plus Quality Achievement Award.
June 23, 2022
HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals want to remind community members fireworks are fun but can be very dangerous.
June 21, 2022
HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital has been nationally re-certified as a Baby-Friendly birth facility by Baby-Friendly USA.
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...
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...
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.
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.
May 18, 2022
HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital has been presented with the bronze Award of Hope for its 2021 organ donation efforts.
May 17, 2022
HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital has named Cory Brixen as the recipient of the 2022 Father Klimek Healing Presence Award
May 16, 2022
As part of Better Sleep Month, HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital’s accredited Sleep Disorders Center has tips to keep kids and adults fully rested during summer months.
May 10, 2022
HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals are celebrating National Nurses Week (May 6-12) and National Hospital Week (May 8-14) by recognizing and thanking our dedicated health care...
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.
May 3, 2022
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), someone in the United States has a stroke every 40 seconds and someone dies of stroke every four minutes.
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...
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.
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...
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.
April 4, 2022
To recognize the importance of donation, HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital is flying a “Donate Life” flag outside the hospital’s front entrance during April, National Donate Life...
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.
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.
March 11, 2022
Thirty five percent of U.S. adults report sleeping less than the recommended minimum 7 hours each night
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...
March 8, 2022
HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals are pleased to announce the appointment of Travis Christman as Chief Nursing Officer.
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
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.
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...
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.
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...
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...
December 29, 2021
Here are the top names given to babies born at HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital in 2021.
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.
December 16, 2021
HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital is celebrating one year of success for the Maternity onto Motherhood (MOM) program
December 9, 2021
HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals want to ensure area residents stay safe when venturing outdoors.
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
November 30, 2021
Carbon monoxide (CO) is often called “the silent killer” because it is an odorless and colorless gas.
November 19, 2021
The Volunteer Partners of HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital will honor and memorialize loved ones during the 36th annual Love Lights virtual tree lighting ceremony on Sunday, Dec. 5.
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.
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.
November 9, 2021
Six reasons to add pumpkin to your diet year-round
November 2, 2021
As Sunday, November 7 approaches, it’s important to begin preparing yourself and kids for the return to Standard Time.
October 27, 2021
For nearly four decades Jean Richard has been helping Chippewa Valley parents expand their families by providing expert care at the HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital Women and Infants Center in Eau Claire.
October 26, 2021
This Halloween, HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals are recommending parents take precautions due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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...
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...
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...
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.
October 8, 2021
In June 2021, Prevea Health, in partnership with HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals, began providing mobile mammography services to residents in rural western Wisconsin communities.
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...
September 22, 2021
HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital is proud to receive national recognition from the American Heart Association (AHA) for its stroke treatment program.
September 21, 2021
A new hybrid operating room (OR) at HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital brings together radiology/imaging and surgical services into one room, making procedures more beneficial for patients and the medical...
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...
September 2, 2021
To celebrate beekeepers, and the health benefits of the natural sweetener, September was designated as National Honey Month in 1989.
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.
August 17, 2021
HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital recognizes National Breastfeeding Month in August, and the benefits of breastfeeding.
August 12, 2021
The 30th annual HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital Foundation Golf and Tennis Classic, held July 26, marked three decades of philanthropic service to the Chippewa Valley.
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...
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.
July 13, 2021
During a special Catholic mass led by Bishop William Callahan of the diocese of La Crosse, Andy Barth, MHA, accepted the role of HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital President and CEO during an official...
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...
June 30, 2021
Encompass Health Corp. (NYSE: EHC), the largest owner and operator of inpatient rehabilitation hospitals in the country, and Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS), are pleased to announce a joint...
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.
June 22, 2021
If you do decide to use fireworks, the following practices can help keep you safe:
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...
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...
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.
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...
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.
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.
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.
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...
April 9, 2021
April’s National Child Abuse Prevention Month recognizes the importance of communities working together to help identify and prevent child maltreatment.
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.
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...
February 11, 2021
HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital in Eau Claire, Wis. has named Andy Barth, MHA, as the next president and CEO. He will begin serving in this role on March 29, 2021.
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.
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.
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.
December 29, 2020
A name says something about a person – noble, kind, charitable, or is simply derived from another name or family history. Below are the top five baby boy and baby girl names at HSHS Sacred...
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...
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...
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...
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).
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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.
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...
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.
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...
September 11, 2020
Hospitals encouraging community members to get their flu shot as the flu season approaches amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.
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...
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...
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.
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).
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.
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...
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...
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...
May 21, 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...
May 19, 2020
HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals recognize the tremendous role local EMS partners play in improving the health and well-being of our communities.
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...
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...
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...
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...
April 9, 2020
As part of ongoing COVID-19 surge preparedness, HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals are proactively and temporarily consolidating a few specific services beginning Friday, April 10.
March 30, 2020
In honor of National Doctors’ Day on March 30, HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals would like to take the time to thank the physicians who serve our hospitals and our...
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 Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals have...
March 11, 2020
The most sophisticated da Vinci™ surgical robot has made its debut at HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital.
March 10, 2020
HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital is hosting a special community presentation on Spirituality, Addiction and Mental Health Wednesday, April 8, at 6:30 p.m. as part of this year’s Monsignor Klimek...
March 9, 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 Sacred Heart Hospital’s Women and Infants...
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...
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...
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...
February 3, 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 Sacred Heart Hospital’s Women and Infants...
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...
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...
January 23, 2020
A four-year collaboration with the National Football League and top research institutions around the world has brought advanced medical imaging technology to the Chippewa Valley.
January 22, 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 Sacred Heart Hospital’s Women and...
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...
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...
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...
December 9, 2019
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 Sacred Heart Hospital’s Women and Infants...
November 19, 2019
HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital is offering a session on adverse childhood experiences – also known as “ACEs” – and brain development.
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...
November 5, 2019
A traumatic brain injury is caused by a bump, blow or jolt to the head or penetrating head injury that disrupts the normal function of the brain. According to the Centers for Disease Control and...
November 1, 2019
For the 34th year, the Volunteer Partners of HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital will sponsor the Love-Light Christmas Tree outdoor lighting ceremony at the hospital. This is a unique way for individuals to...
October 23, 2019
The Healing Place, HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital’s Center for Life’s Journeys, will host “The Healing Sounds of Christmas” holiday concert Thursday, December 12 at 7 p.m. at...
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...
October 15, 2019
The Healing Place, a free service of HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital that helps anyone who has experienced a loss and is in need of spiritual and emotional support, is offering the following programs...
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...
October 2, 2019
The Prevea Cancer Center at HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital has hired a new team member to help patients in their fight against cancer. The center is welcoming a new Varian TrueBeam® linear...
September 24, 2019
At a ceremony held yesterday morning at HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital, a registered nurse was honored for the extraordinary, compassionate care she provides daily in her role. Sarah Hendrickson, a...
September 17, 2019
HSHS Sacred Heart Foundation will hold its annual Hope Gala fundraising event October 12 at 6:30 p.m. at Florian Gardens, 2340 Lorch Ave.
September 16, 2019
HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals will host their annual “Blessing of the Animals” events on Sunday, September 29.
September 13, 2019
HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital is hosting a unique event for community members to learn about and see in person the Heritage Edition of The Saint John’s Bible on Thursday, October 3 at 6:30 p.m...
September 11, 2019
The Healing Place, a free service of HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital that helps anyone who has experienced a loss and is in need of spiritual and emotional support, is offering the following programs...
September 10, 2019
Parkinson's disease is a progressive, nervous system disorder that develops gradually over time and can limit one’s movement, which can become socially isolating for people suffering from...
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...
September 5, 2019
The Commission on Cancer (CoC), a quality program of the American College of Surgeons (ACS), has granted a three-year renewed accreditation to the Prevea Cancer Center at HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital...
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...
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 &...
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...
August 14, 2019
The Healing Place, a free service of HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital that helps anyone who has experienced a loss and is in need of spiritual and emotional support, is offering the following programs...
August 13, 2019
Join the Volunteer Partners of HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals for a fun concert Tuesday, September 10, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Regis High School Auditorium, 2100 Fenwick Ave....
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...
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...
July 31, 2019
HSHS Sacred Heart Foundation held its 29th annual Golf and Tennis Classic at the Eau Claire Country Club on July 29 with 190 attendees, including golfers, tennis players and volunteers. Proceeds...
July 30, 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...
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...
July 23, 2019
HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital is proud to announce the re-certification of its cardiac rehabilitation program by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation. This...
July 19, 2019
The Healing Place, a free service of HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital that helps anyone who has experienced a loss and is in need of spiritual and emotional support, is offering the following programs...
July 19, 2019
The Healing Place, a free service of HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital that helps anyone who has experienced a loss and is in need of spiritual and emotional support, is offering the following programs...
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...
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...
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.
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.
June 26, 2019
HSHS Sacred Heart Foundation will hold its annual Golf and Tennis Classic at the Eau Claire Golf & Country Club on July 29. Proceeds from this year’s Classic will benefit mobile...
June 19, 2019
The Healing Place, a free service of HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital that helps anyone who has experienced a loss and is in need of spiritual and emotional support, is offering the following programs...
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...
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.
June 12, 2019
HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital and the Wisconsin Parkinson Association are partnering to host a free educational community event June 21 from 9 a.m. to Noon at Lismore Hotel Eau Claire, 333 Gibson...
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...
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...
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...
May 22, 2019
School will be wrapping up within the next month and that often means a change in sleep schedules. As part of Better Sleep Month, HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital’s accredited sleep disorders...
May 21, 2019
The Healing Place, a free service of HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital that helps anyone who has experienced a loss and is in need of spiritual and emotional support, is offering the following programs...
May 17, 2019
hare 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 who...
May 14, 2019
Scholarship recipients were named at the HSHS Sacred Heart Foundation annual Caritas Guild dinner, which took place May 7 in HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital’s Monsignor Klimek Auditorium. The...
May 13, 2019
HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital was recently among 17 hospitals in the state to be recognized by University of Wisconsin Organ and Tissue Donation for the hospital’s ongoing commitment to saving...
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...
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...
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.
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.
April 22, 2019
HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital is hosting a free cardiac/stroke screening to help individuals understand and reduce their risk for heart disease and stroke. The screening is Thursday, May 23 from 2 p.m...
April 16, 2019
The Volunteer Partners of HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital are hosting a nut and candy sale Thursday, May 2 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Friday, May 3 from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Bishop/Treacy Halls on the...
April 15, 2019
The Healing Place, a free service of HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital that helps anyone who has experienced a loss and is in need of spiritual and emotional support, is offering the following programs...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
March 22, 2019
Physicians will be honored at HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals during National Doctors Day on March 30. The annual day recognizes physicians for the important role they play in...
March 20, 2019
The Volunteer Partners at HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital are encouraging community members to enjoy dinner at the Pizza Ranch, 2451 Truax Blvd., for a fun evening out on Wednesday, April 10, from 4 p.m...
March 19, 2019
The Healing Place, a free service of HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital that helps anyone who has experienced a loss and is in need of spiritual and emotional support, is offering the following programs...
March 18, 2019
The Volunteer Partners of HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital are hosting a book and gift sale Monday, April 1 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Tuesday, April 2 from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Bishop/Treacy Halls on the...
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...
February 20, 2019
The Healing Place, a free service of HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital that helps anyone who has experienced a loss and is in need of spiritual and emotional support, is offering the following programs...
February 19, 2019
The Healing Place morning meditation group scheduled for Feb. 20 at 10 a.m. is canceled due to inclement weather.
February 18, 2019
HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital has recently been awarded three-year accreditation renewals by the American College of Radiology (ACR), for the hospital’s digital mammography program and...
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...
February 11, 2019
At a ceremony held earlier this month at HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital, a registered nurse was honored for the extraordinary, compassionate care he provides daily in his role. Russell Sciandra, a...
February 6, 2019
HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital recently earned renewed accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) for a period of three years for the hospital’s...
February 5, 2019
All sessions scheduled at the Healing Place on Tuesday, February 5, are canceled due to the weather.
February 5, 2019
The Volunteer Partners at HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital are encouraging community members to enjoy dinner at the Pizza Ranch, 2451 Truax Blvd., for a fun evening out on Wednesday, February 13, from 4...
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...
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.
January 29, 2019
All Healing Place sessions for Tuesday, January 29, and Wednesday, January 30, are canceled due to the severe cold weather.
January 25, 2019
The Healing Place, a free service of HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital that helps anyone who has experienced a loss and is in need of spiritual and emotional support, is offering the following programs...
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...
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...