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...
By Kim Hays / Feb 15, 2024Feb 15, 2024 /
March 3, 2024 9:00 am - 5:00 pm 1201 Ricker Dr., Salem, IL Outpatient Nursing Clinic 1st Floor of the Hospital Cost: $25* *Special pricing for March 3, 2024 only. To complete physicals, parents must be present to provide immunization records and sign physical forms. Call 618-740-0775 for an appointment.
By Kim Hays / Jan 19, 2024Jan 19, 2024 /
Lunch & Learn Breast Awareness for All Presented by: April L. Jackson, M.D. FACS, General Surgeon Salem Township Hospital Rural Health Surgical Clinic Wednesday, Feb. 14 / 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm First Christian Church 1200 W. Boone St., Salem, IL RSVP by Wednesday, Feb. 7 Shelley Rose BSN, RN, Outpatient Care...
By Kim Hays / Nov 19, 2023Dec 13, 2023 /
Blood Drive Sponsored by the Salem Township Hospital. Salem Community Activities Center Commons 416 Oglesby, Salem, IL 62881 Wednesday, December 20, 2023 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, December 27, 2023 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Please visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter: SalemActivities to schedule an...
By Kim Hays / Oct 19, 2023Oct 19, 2023 /
Pain Management for the Mature Population Presented by: Janet Broom, APRN Wednesday, November 8 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm First Christian Church 1200 W. Boone St., Salem, IL RSVP by Wednesday, November 1 Shelley Rose BSN, RN Outpatient Care Coordinator (618) 740-1683 srose101@sthcares.org Lunch will be provided.
By Kim Hays / Oct 13, 2023Oct 13, 2023 /
During the October 11th Lunch and Learn presentation, William Buckett, PA of Advanced Sleep and Neurodiagnostic Services explained the most common form of dementia - Alzheimer's Disease. It is a type of dementia that results in mild memory loss, which in most cases leads to complete memory loss or the inability to...
By Kim Hays / Oct 9, 2023Oct 13, 2023 /
Salem Township Hospital will be celebrating National Infection Prevention Week October 15th-21st. When planning all the events for this week at the hospital we turned to our mission statement for guidance: Our commitment is to provide excellence in health care and promote wellness for our community through...
By Kim Hays / Oct 2, 2023Oct 9, 2023 /
Tues., Oct. 17th / 8am - 4pm Protect Yourself and Your Family by Getting Your Flu Shot! Some people are at increased risk of developing serious flu complications. Everyone aged 6 months and up should get the flu vaccine in order to reduce flu illnesses, reduce doctor’s visits and hospitalizations, and even save...
By Kim Hays / Sep 27, 2023Oct 9, 2023 /
Lunch & Learn: A discussion about Alzheimer’s disease Presented by: Bill Buckett, PA Advanced Sleep and Neurodiagnostic Services Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2023 / 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm First Christian Church Fellowship Hall 1200 W. Boone St., Salem, Il 62881 RSVP by Wednesday, October 4 Shelley Rose BSN, RN / Outpatient Care...
By Kim Hays / Aug 28, 2023Oct 9, 2023 /
Join us for Lunch & Learn on Sept. 13th!! Lymphedema & Therapy Treatment Presented by: Stephanie Schaubert, DPT, CLT, Physical Therapist at Clay County Hospital What to Know About Medicare Advantage Plans Presented by: Jamie Bryan, STH Director of Business Services Wednesday, Sept. 13 @ Noon First Christian...
By Kim Hays / Jul 31, 2023Aug 31, 2023 /
Salem Township Hospital welcomes our new Chief Financial Officer, Amy L. Gray, CPA, MHA. Amy holds a degree in Accounting and a Masters in Healthcare Administration, with over 25 years of experience in healthcare finance. Having worked as a CFO for 15 years, she brings a wealth of financial expertise to the...
By Kim Hays / Jul 25, 2023Jul 28, 2023 /
BATTLE OF THE BADGES Respond to the call. Give blood. Please join us for a blood drive at Salem Community Activities Center. 416 Oglesby, Salem, IL 62881 Wednesday, August 16, 2023 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Please visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter: SalemActivities to schedule an appointment. Come donate in...
By Kim Hays / Jul 20, 2023Jul 28, 2023 /
Lunch & Learn: Colon Cancer and Colonoscopy: A little prevention goes a long way. Presented by: KEVIN CLAFFEY, MD, General Surgeon Wednesday, August 16, 2023 / 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm First Christian Church Fellowship Hall 1200 W. Boone St., Salem, Il 62881 RSVP by Wednesday, August 9 Shelley Rose BSN, RN / Outpatient...
By Kim Hays / Jul 14, 2023Jul 28, 2023 /
Back-to-School Physicals at Rural Health Clinic School Physicals July 28 / Aug 10 / Aug 15 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Vaccinations Not Included in Visit Cost: $35* Sports Physicals July 25 / July 27 / Aug 1 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Cost: $25* To complete physicals, parents must be present to provide immunization records and sign...
By Kim Hays / Jun 29, 2023Jul 28, 2023 /
Lunch & Learn: Non-Prescription Treatments for Common Health Concerns Presented by: Dr. Miriam Baumgart, Internal Medicine Wednesday, July 12, 2023 / 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm First Christian Church Fellowship Hall 1200 W. Boone St., Salem, Il 62881 RSVP by Wednesday, July 5 Shelley Rose BSN, RN / Outpatient Care...