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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.

By Carbondale Reporter | May 7, 2025

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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.

By Carbondale Reporter | May 6, 2025

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Marion VA Health Care System excels in patient experience trust scores

By Carbondale Reporter | Apr 24, 2025

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 May 2nd.

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Marion VA to host veteran fair in Olney, Illinois on April 30

By Carbondale Reporter | Apr 15, 2025

Marion, IL — The Marion VA Health Care System has announced it will host a Veteran Resource Fair in Olney, Illinois.

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Southern Illinois coaches gather for annual SIH clinic on athlete wellbeing

By Carbondale Reporter | Mar 31, 2025

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.

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Marion VA hosts Vietnam War commemoration ceremony for veterans

By Carbondale Reporter | Mar 20, 2025

Marion, IL — The Marion VA Health Care System is set to host a ceremony commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War.

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Marion VA Health Care System hosts Vietnam War commemoration ceremony

By Carbondale Reporter | Mar 20, 2025

The Marion VA Health Care System is set to host a ceremony in Evansville, Indiana, to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War.

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State Sen. Bryant: HB2827 would be a ‘huge government overreach into the homes of Illinois homeschoolers’

By Carbondale Reporter | Mar 7, 2025

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."

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SIH supports fundraising event aiding local warming center

By Carbondale Reporter | Feb 28, 2025

SIH team members participated in the Coldest Night of the Year fundraiser in Carbondale on February 22.

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SIH Sports Rehabilitation hosts annual coaches clinic offering free training sessions

By Carbondale Reporter | Feb 26, 2025

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.

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Marion VA hosts town hall for veterans via phone

By Carbondale Reporter | Feb 24, 2025

Marion, IL — The Marion VA Health Care System is organizing a Telephone Town Hall to engage with Veterans, caregivers, and family members.

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State Rep. Paul Jacobs on Michael Madigan's pension: Should lawmakers 'have to pay back pension payments while under indictment?'

By Carbondale Reporter | Feb 19, 2025

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.

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U.S. Rep. Bost on status of work at Little Grassy Lake: 'The lake has been drawn down 10 feet'

By Carbondale Reporter | Feb 18, 2025

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.

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State Sen. Bryant on White County court FOID ruling: 'I have always agreed that the FOID Card is unconstitutional'

By Carbondale Reporter | Feb 17, 2025

Terri Bryant, a senator for Illinois State Senate District 58, commented on the recent ruling regarding the Firearm Owners Identification (FOID) card.

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Robotic surgery transforms hernia treatment landscape

By Carbondale Reporter | Feb 13, 2025

Hernias are a common health issue that often goes unnoticed, according to Dr. Adrian Martin, an SIH General and Robotic Surgeon.

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U.S. Rep. Bost on veterans' Second Amendment rights: 'It should infuriate all of us when they have their freedoms taken away'

By Carbondale Reporter | Feb 12, 2025

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).

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State Rep. Jacobs on legislative maps lawsuit: 'Illinoisans deserve a real voice in their state government'

By Carbondale Reporter | Feb 12, 2025

Paul Jacobs, Illinois State Representative for District 118, has expressed concerns regarding the current legislative maps.

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SIH hospitals limit visitors amid rising flu cases

By Carbondale Reporter | Feb 6, 2025

Due to a rise in flu cases, SIH hospitals will enforce temporary visitor restrictions starting February 6, 2025.

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American Heart Month emphasizes importance of exercise and diet for cardiovascular health

By Carbondale Reporter | Feb 4, 2025

February marks American Heart Month, focusing on heart health awareness and the prevention of heart disease.

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VA transitions to secure login methods starting January 2025

By Carbondale Reporter | Jan 28, 2025

Marion, IL — Veterans Affairs (VA) is set to introduce two secure sign-in options for accessing VA benefits and health care services online.