OSF Saint Anthony's Health Center

11/21/2025

Feeling a little green this season — but not up to defying gravity? 💚

Coughs, colds and other respiratory illnesses are spreading fast, and getting care shouldn’t feel like a production.

With OSF OnCall virtual visits, you can connect with a provider from home, get answers quickly and start feeling popular again without missing a beat. 🩷🫧

Start your virtual visit: https://bit.ly/4psaZBr

11/21/2025

🦃 Don’t let Thanksgiving turn into a turkey-tastrophe! You may need to start thawing your bird as early as today.

Avoid the last-minute meltdown with these thawing tips. 👇

🍽️Get more turkey safety tips here: http://osf.care/3pkW50X3Fiz

11/21/2025

Are you looking for a family doctor? Yusuf A. Mohyuddin, MD is accepting new patients in Alton! Dr. Mohyuddin sees patients of all ages. Are you or your family due for physicals or vaccines? Make sure you get a checkup before the holidays!
http://osf.care/psgY50XuLLK

11/20/2025

🩻 Fred SanSoucie, RT(R)(CT)(ARRT), Director of Imaging Services, and Jeff Worman, BS, CNMT, Manager of Imaging and Diagnostic Cardiology Services, were in the spotlight recently on Riverbender.com Radio's "Daily Show" and shared exciting details about our new state-of-the-art MRI and CT technology, how these upgrades are transforming patient care, and what this means for the future of diagnostic imaging in the Riverbend region. 🩻

📹 It’s a conversation about innovation, access, and how OSF HealthCare continues to invest in cutting-edge health care for our community: http://osf.care/LFjQ50XuoUy?

11/18/2025

🏆 Make it four-in-a-row! 🏆

🏥 For the fourth consecutive time in the past 24 months, OSF Saint Anthony's has earned an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, a national nonprofit watchdog, for the Fall 2025 reporting period. OSF Saint Anthony’s also received an “A” grade from The Leapfrog Group during the Spring 2025, Fall 2024 and Spring 2024 reporting periods. 🏥

🎉 We're celebrating national distinction for achievements in prioritizing patient safety by protecting patients from preventable harm and errors. 🎉

‼️ While receiving an “A” grade from The Leapfrog Group is a very notable achievement in and of itself, especially no less than in four consecutive reporting periods, OSF Saint Anthony’s Fall 2025 “A” grade is also significant because:

➡️ No other hospital in the state of Illinois south of Macomb, basically encompassing the lower two-thirds of the state, received an “A” grade from The Leapfrog Group for the Fall 2025 reporting period.

➡️ No other hospital in the greater metro St. Louis, MO, area on both sides of the Mississippi River, which includes Madison and St. Clair counties in Illinois, received an “A” grade from The Leapfrog Group during both 2025 reporting periods (spring and fall).

💻 Read all about our full grade details here: http://osf.care/LLaf50XsnmO

11/17/2025

🚬 If you or someone you know is a smoker or a previous smoker, completing a low-dose CT screening could save your life. 🚬

🫁 In recognition of November as Lung Cancer Awareness Month, the OSF Moeller Cancer Center (2200 Central Avenue, Alton) will be conducting a low-dose CT lung cancer screening event on Tuesday, November 18, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. 🫁

📰 Learn more how this event could save a life: http://osf.care/VfvC50XsngE

11/16/2025

🍂 Fall and winter mean picturesque, snowy scenery. But the season’s weather can make working out more difficult. Normally dry sidewalks are replaced with ice. Or you may be snowed in entirely and unable to get to the gym. ❄️

💪 It’s important to exercise year-round for your physical and mental health:

Key takeaways:Cold, snowy weather makes it more difficult to exercise. But there are tips to stay active.Exercise in the daylight. It's a mood...

11/15/2025

🫁 November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month!

Join us November 18 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. for a low-dose CT lung screening event. Don't wait to get screened -- early detection saves lives! If you can't make it Tuesday, it's your reminder to make an appointment. You should consider a lung cancer screening if you're between 50-80 years old and with a history of a smoking.

Call our office to make an appointment today: 618.433.7607.

11/15/2025

Thank you to Lockhaven Golf Club & Banquet Facility, who recently hosted a tournament in memorial of one of their rangers, who was a patient at OSF Moeller Cancer Center. The proceeds from the tournament support The Caring Pantry, which stocks nonperishables and toiletries for patients.

"It's just a little extra support for patients who may not have resources for themselves or their families," said Jill Pruitt, oncology navigator. "Thank you to Lockhaven Golf Club for your donation, it's a beautiful way to honor your colleague's memory. Everyone at The Caring Pantry and OSF Moeller Cancer Center are very grateful for your generosity."

To make a donation to The Caring Pantry, call Jill Pruitt at 618.463.5277. Learn more about the OSF Moeller Cancer Center: http://osf.care/8Hix50Xs1YA

During treatment, patients may not be able to work and

One of our patient's recently passed. He was a ranger at Lockhaven Golf Course. They had a golf tourney for a memorial for him and proceeds were raised for "The Caring Pantry." I will send you a picture with his wife for your story.

11/14/2025

📰 We're very excited to share that our very own Ari Lakritz, PsyD, clinical psychologist, Psychological Services, was recently featured in USA TODAY's SPECIAL EDITION - VETERANS AFFAIRS 2025 edition. 📰

👨‍⚕️ Check out Dr. Lakritz's contributions by turning to page 48: http://osf.care/92X750Xrqhl

➡️ Dr. Lakritz is passionate about what he does and how he can help people - find out more: http://osf.care/yOUe50Xrqj1

11/13/2025

⏱️ When seconds matter, get top-notch care in the Emergency Department of OSF HealthCare Saint Anthony’s Health Center: http://osf.care/mMxj50XqcsI

11/11/2025

OSF OnCall Connect will be offering easy connection to health care services on Thursday, November 13, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., at Alton Square Mall in Alton (132 Alton Square).

Digital health navigators who will provide advocacy, education, and support for individuals 18 and older, using technology and digital tools that can empower patients to be more involved in their own health and wellness.

Our OSF OnCall team will offer a variety of health resources for the community:

• Help people schedule appointments with primary care providers or teach them how to schedule their mammograms and other important testing online.
• Support for downloading and using health apps such as OSF MyChart; showing how to connect to OSF OnCall Urgent Care for a virtual visit available 24/7
• Connection to resources in the Riverbend region for unmet needs that contribute to overall health such as food, housing or transportation

No appointment needed!

Learn more about OSF OnCall Connect by connecting here: http://osf.care/sAyJ50XqcmC