SIH Prairie Heart Institute completes 200th WATCHMAN heart procedure
SIH Prairie Heart Institute has marked its 200th WATCHMAN procedure, a minimally invasive implant designed to lower stroke risk for patients with atrial fibrillation.
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Marion VA Health Care System appoints Dr. Juan M. Thompson as chief of behavioral health
Marion, IL — The Marion VA Health Care System has named Dr. Juan M. Thompson as its new Chief of Behavioral Health. Dr. Thompson expressed appreciation for his new role,…
Hearts in Motion Awareness Walk registration opens for September fundraising event
Registration is now open for the annual Hearts in Motion Awareness Walk, scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 27 at Becker Pavilion and Campus Lake at Southern Illinois University Carbondale.
Southern Illinois Healthcare supports innovation in school meal programs
More than 60 percent of children in Southern Illinois depend on school meals for their main source of nutrition.
SIH receives approval for $20M expansion of Harrisburg Mental Health Facility
The Illinois Health Facilities and Services Review Board has unanimously approved Southern Illinois Healthcare’s (SIH) Certificate of Need application for expanding and modernizing the SIH Mulberry Center.
SIH honors dedicated volunteers at annual appreciation luncheon
SIH recently celebrated its volunteers at the annual Systemwide Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon held on April 23 at Giant City Lodge.
Marion VA Health Care System excels in patient experience trust scores
Marion, IL – The Marion VA Health Care System has achieved outstanding results in Patient Experience Trust Scores, coinciding with the upcoming Patient Experience Week observed from April 28th to…
Marion VA to host veteran fair in Olney, Illinois on April 30
Marion, IL — The Marion VA Health Care System has announced it will host a Veteran Resource Fair in Olney, Illinois.
Southern Illinois coaches gather for annual SIH clinic on athlete wellbeing
About 40 coaches from various educational programs in Southern Illinois gathered on March 28 at Legends at Walker’s Bluff for the 8th Annual SIH Coaches Clinic.
Marion VA hosts Vietnam War commemoration ceremony for veterans
Marion, IL — The Marion VA Health Care System is set to host a ceremony commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War.
Marion VA Health Care System hosts Vietnam War commemoration ceremony
The Marion VA Health Care System is set to host a ceremony in Evansville, Indiana, to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War.
State Sen. Bryant: HB2827 would be a ‘huge government overreach into the homes of Illinois homeschoolers’
Terri Bryant, a state senator for Illinois’ 58th District, expressed her strong opposition to House Bill 2827, describing it as “a huge government overreach into the homes of Illinois homeschoolers.”
SIH supports fundraising event aiding local warming center
SIH team members participated in the Coldest Night of the Year fundraiser in Carbondale on February 22.
SIH Sports Rehabilitation hosts annual coaches clinic offering free training sessions
Southern Illinois Healthcare (SIH) Sports Rehabilitation is set to host its 8th Annual SIH Coaches Clinic on March 28 at Legends at Walker’s Bluff.
Marion VA hosts town hall for veterans via phone
Marion, IL — The Marion VA Health Care System is organizing a Telephone Town Hall to engage with Veterans, caregivers, and family members.
State Rep. Paul Jacobs on Michael Madigan’s pension: Should lawmakers ‘have to pay back pension payments while under indictment?’
Paul Jacobs, an Illinois State Representative, expressed his belief that lawmakers convicted of crimes should be mandated to repay pension payments received while under indictment.
U.S. Rep. Bost on status of work at Little Grassy Lake: ‘The lake has been drawn down 10 feet’
U.S. Representative Mike Bost has announced that concessions and campgrounds at Little Grassy Lake are currently closed, with a public scoping meeting scheduled for June.
State Sen. Bryant on White County court FOID ruling: ‘I have always agreed that the FOID Card is unconstitutional’
Terri Bryant, a senator for Illinois State Senate District 58, commented on the recent ruling regarding the Firearm Owners Identification (FOID) card.
Robotic surgery transforms hernia treatment landscape
Hernias are a common health issue that often goes unnoticed, according to Dr. Adrian Martin, an SIH General and Robotic Surgeon.
U.S. Rep. Bost on veterans’ Second Amendment rights: ‘It should infuriate all of us when they have their freedoms taken away’
U.S. Representative Mike Bost, serving Illinois’ 12th District, has introduced legislation aimed at protecting veterans from losing their firearms when seeking assistance from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
State Rep. Jacobs on legislative maps lawsuit: ‘Illinoisans deserve a real voice in their state government’
Paul Jacobs, Illinois State Representative for District 118, has expressed concerns regarding the current legislative maps.
SIH hospitals limit visitors amid rising flu cases
Due to a rise in flu cases, SIH hospitals will enforce temporary visitor restrictions starting February 6, 2025.
American Heart Month emphasizes importance of exercise and diet for cardiovascular health
February marks American Heart Month, focusing on heart health awareness and the prevention of heart disease.
VA transitions to secure login methods starting January 2025
Marion, IL — Veterans Affairs (VA) is set to introduce two secure sign-in options for accessing VA benefits and health care services online.