By Kim Hays / Sep 17, 2024Sep 17, 2024 /
Be Someone’s Hero. Give Blood. Sign up today for the next American Red Cross Blood Drive on October 16, 12 pm – 5 pm at the Salem Community Activities Center. Visit redcrossblood.org/give and enter SalemActivities. Sponsored by Salem Township Hospital. #STHCARES Those who donate in October can receive a $10 Gift Card by...
By Kim Hays / Aug 25, 2024Aug 25, 2024 /
Join us for a discussion about "Understanding Palliative Care and Hospice Care" at our September Lunch & Learn. Presented by: Holly Prosise Residential Home Health and Hospice Wed., September 11 / 12 pm - 1 pm First Christian Church, 1200 W. Boone St., Salem, IL Lunch, coffee, and dessert will be provided. RSVP by...
By Kim Hays / Aug 1, 2024Aug 1, 2024 /
At Salem Township Hospital's August Lunch & Learn presentation Rachel Benjamin, FNP will discuss "Aging and Bone Health." Wed., August 14 / 12 pm - 1 pm First Christian Church, 1200 W. Boone St., Salem, IL RSVP by Wed., Aug. 7, 2024 Shelley Rose BSN, RN, Outpatient Care Coordinator (618) 740-1683 /...
By Kim Hays / Jul 10, 2024Jul 10, 2024 /
Salem Township Hospital Rural Health Clinic is offering school & sports physicals at special cash pricing for the upcoming school year. Walk-In or Call Ahead 618-548-9502 on the dates listed below. Cash Price SCHOOL - $35* SPORTS - $25* School Physicals Only** Fri., July 19, 2024 / 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Thurs., Aug. 1,...
By Kim Hays / Jun 20, 2024Jun 20, 2024 /
At Salem Township Hospital's July Lunch & Learn presentation Sheri Barnett, DNP will discuss "Managing Your High Blood Pressure." Wed., July 17 / 12 pm - 1 pm First Christian Church, 1200 W. Boone St., Salem, IL RSVP by Wednesday, July 10, 2024 Shelley Rose BSN, RN, Outpatient Care Coordinator (618) 740-1683 /...
By Kim Hays / May 29, 2024May 29, 2024 /
Join us for Lunch & Learn on June 12th for a presentation by Susan Miller, Deputy Chief of Police, Salem Police Department about "Safety & Emergency Preparedness." Wed., June 12 / 12 pm - 1 pm First Christian Church, 1200 W. Boone St., Salem, IL RSVP by Wednesday, June 5, 2024 Shelley Rose BSN, RN, Outpatient Care...
By Kim Hays / May 17, 2024May 17, 2024 /
Be Kind To Your Mind This Month Of May! Mary Hammond, MS, LCPC - New Beginnings Program, Senior Behavioral Health It’s a good time to check in with ourselves and family members to address our overall mental health. It is critical to our emotional wellness that we take time to recognize the importance of maintaining...
By Kim Hays / May 17, 2024May 17, 2024 /
Red Cross Blood Drive At the Salem Community Activities Center Sponsored by the Salem Township Hospital 416 Oglesby, Salem, IL 62881 Wed., June 12, 2024 / 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. For an appointment call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/find-drive Sponsor code:...
By Kim Hays / May 17, 2024May 17, 2024 /
Congratulations to the 2024 recipient of the Salem Township Hospital Foundation Employee of the Year Award! Kristina Feig, Director of Surgical Services & Surgical Clinic. Here is what co-workers have written about Kristina: She has been committed to see our entire department do our best for our hospital. She is a...
By Kim Hays / May 10, 2024May 10, 2024 /
Angela Betters, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, discussed the issue of isolation and depression among the elderly population during the May Lunch & Learn presentation. Attendees enjoyed a hot lunch, dessert, and coffee. Three lucky attendees also received a door prize. Social isolation can increase a...
By Kim Hays / May 9, 2024May 9, 2024 /
Happy Nurses Week! Thank you to the wonderful Nursing Team at Salem Township Hospital that MAKE THE DIFFERNCE every day for our patients and community.
By Kim Hays / Apr 26, 2024Apr 26, 2024 /
At our May Lunch & Learn, Angela Betters, Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, will be "Addressing Isolation and Depression in the Older Population." Join us: Wed., May 8, 2024 / 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm First Christian Church, 1200 W. Boone St., Salem, IL Please RSVP by Wednesday, May 1, 2024 Shelley Rose BSN,...
By Kim Hays / Apr 16, 2024Apr 16, 2024 /
We want to thank our Health Information Professionals (HIPs) during Health Information Professional Week, April 15-19, 2024, for their dedication to safeguarding, preserving, and providing access to health information for patient care at Salem Township Hospital.
By Kim Hays / Apr 16, 2024Apr 16, 2024 /
Medical Laboratory Professionals are an important part of health care and patient advocacy. April 14-20 is Medical Laboratory Professional Week and we would like to thank our Laboratory Services staff for the role they play in providing excellent health care to the patients at Salem Township Hospital. The...
By Kim Hays / Apr 10, 2024Apr 12, 2024 /
Dr. Joseph Mossad, Salem Township Hospital's Primary Care Physician, spoke about “Preventive Care for Older Adults” at our April Lunch & Learn event. Attendees enjoyed a hot lunch, dessert, and coffee. Dr. Mossad provides both adult and pediatric care at Salem Township Hospital Rural Health Primary Clinic....
By Kim Hays / Mar 26, 2024Mar 26, 2024 /
As April 8th approaches, local residents may want to consider advance planning and preparation for this huge event. State and local officials are expecting a tremendous influx of people from outside our area hoping to see the eclipse. This region of central and southern Illinois is considered to be within a prime...
By Kim Hays / Mar 25, 2024Mar 25, 2024 /
Preventive Health Care for Older Adults Join us for our April Lunch & Learn presentation. Enjoy lunch, coffee, and dessert while Dr. Joseph Mossad, primary care physician, discusses "Preventive Health Care for Older Adults.” Wednesday, April 10 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm First Christian Church 1200 W. Boone St., Salem,...
By Kim Hays / Mar 21, 2024Mar 21, 2024 /
Bottom Line: Colonoscopies Can Save Lives Colorectal Cancer doesn’t always have symptoms. If you are 45 years or older, routine screening is the best prevention. Colorectal cancer screenings are available at Salem Township Hospital with Dr. Kevin Claffey, General Surgeon. Getting screened may not sound pleasant,...
By Kim Hays / Mar 11, 2024Mar 11, 2024 /
Open House / Friday, March 15 / 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Tour Our Renovated Facility & Meet Dr. Joseph Mossad Entrance in Front Parking Area 1201 Ricker Dr., Salem, IL Conveniently walk right in at the new entrance of the Rural Health Clinic from the front parking area, tour the new facility, and meet Dr. Joseph...
By Kim Hays / Feb 23, 2024Feb 23, 2024 /
Join us on Friday, March 15, 2024, at noon for the Salem Township Hospital Lunch & Learn event. We are excited to have Marsha Griffin from the Illinois Attorney General's Office as a speaker who will give a presentation on "Common Scams". While you enjoy lunch, coffee, and dessert, Marsha Griffin will...