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Friday, March 28, 2025

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Kenneth Littrell honored with the St. Isidore Friend of Agriculture Award

At the recent Farm Family event organized by the HSHS St. Francis Hospital Foundation, Kenneth Littrell was recognized with the St. Isidore Friend of Agriculture Award.

By East Central Reporter Reports | Mar 27, 2025

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Quinn Camfield to offer monthly orthopedic care at SBL Newton Clinic

The Sarah Bush Lincoln Newton Clinic will soon offer expanded services to the local community.

By East Central Reporter Reports | Mar 26, 2025

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SBL Cheers! raises nearly $30K for scholarship program

By East Central Reporter Reports | Mar 25, 2025

Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Foundation successfully raised close to $30,000 at the 41st annual Cheers! event.

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New Center for Pediatric Therapy planned by HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital

By East Central Reporter Reports | Mar 18, 2025

HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital has announced the commencement of renovations for a new Center for Pediatric Therapy at 904 Medical Park Drive in Effingham.

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Tom Bariether donates $1,000 to SBL Regional Cancer Center

By East Central Reporter Reports | Mar 18, 2025

Tom Bariether, a resident of Mattoon and a real estate broker with Coldwell Banker, has donated $1,000 to the Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Foundation.

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Emily Rich named CCH March employee of the month

By East Central Reporter Reports | Mar 11, 2025

Emily Rich has been recognized as the Employee of the Month for March at CCH.

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Hospital adjusts HIM office hours for patient convenience

By East Central Reporter Reports | Mar 7, 2025

The hospital has announced a change in the operating hours for its Health Information Management (HIM) office, responsible for medical records.

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St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital welcomes new board members Chuck Deters and Joseph Emmerich

By East Central Reporter Reports | Feb 28, 2025

HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital has announced the addition of two new members to its Board of Directors.

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EIU women’s basketball raises funds for cancer center through annual CARE game

By East Central Reporter Reports | Feb 28, 2025

The Eastern Illinois University (EIU) women's basketball team has contributed $10,809 to the SBL Health Foundation.

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HSHS St. Anthony's offers free at-home colorectal cancer screening tests in March

By East Central Reporter Reports | Feb 20, 2025

During Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month in March, HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital aims to alleviate test anxiety by offering at-home screening tests.

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HSHS Home Care launches annual 'Cram the Car' food drive for local pantries

By East Central Reporter Reports | Feb 20, 2025

HSHS Home Care is organizing its annual "Cram the Car" food drive this February, coinciding with National Canned Food Month.

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SC3F donates $1K to Sarah Bush Lincoln's Heart Center

By East Central Reporter Reports | Feb 19, 2025

SC3F Wealth Management Group has contributed $1,000 to the Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Foundation, specifically for the hospital's Heart Center.

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The Human Bean supports cancer patients with donation to SBL

By East Central Reporter Reports | Feb 14, 2025

The Human Bean in Effingham has contributed $1,000 to the Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Foundation.

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HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital offers scholarships for healthcare students

By East Central Reporter Reports | Feb 11, 2025

The HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital Auxiliary is now accepting applications for its scholarship program.

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Allied Capital Title supports cancer center with donation

By East Central Reporter Reports | Feb 10, 2025

Allied Capital Title offices in Charleston, Mattoon, Shelbyville, Tuscola, and Sullivan have donated $640 to the SBL Health Foundation.

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Officer credits local healthcare team with saving his life

By East Central Reporter Reports | Feb 7, 2025

Access to timely and effective cardiac care proved crucial for Jason Cook, a police officer at Eastern Illinois University, when he experienced severe pain during his workday.

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Mattoon woman recovers from shoulder surgery through rehabilitation

By East Central Reporter Reports | Feb 7, 2025

A trip to Wisconsin turned into a challenging experience for Mattoon resident Marcia Parker when she fell and severely injured her rotator cuff.

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SBL Home Health aids elderly cancer survivor's recovery journey

By East Central Reporter Reports | Feb 7, 2025

In less than a year, SBL Home Health has played a crucial role in transforming the life of 84-year-old Donald Kelsheimer, who went from being bedridden to riding his lawnmower across his yard.

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Ashmore woman receives urgent cancer care from SBL Regional Cancer Center

By East Central Reporter Reports | Feb 7, 2025

When Ashmore resident Darla Grigg was diagnosed with anal cancer in October 2023, she faced a challenging decision regarding her treatment options.

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Mattoon resident donates $1,000 to cancer center in honor of late parents

By East Central Reporter Reports | Feb 5, 2025

Tom Bariether, a resident of Mattoon, has donated $1,000 to the Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Foundation in memory of his parents, Hezzy and Celia Bariether.