Decatur Memorial Hospital

03/13/2026

Congrats to pharmacy tech Sean Hosler, our February Colleague of the Month. His team-first approach has made a significant impact on patients and colleagues alike. "Every so often, an employee joins a department who not only brings a strong track record of hard work and reliability, but also elevates everyone around them,” his nominator wrote. http://mh.social/y5UU50YspFM

03/11/2026

Effective March 11, temporary visitor restrictions are lifted at all Memorial Health hospital locations. These restrictions are no longer necessary because respiratory illness activity has been low statewide for several weeks, according to data from the Illinois Department of Public Health. We have also seen a significant drop in hospitalization due to respiratory illness.

With the lifting of these restrictions, the following changes go into effect:
- More than two visitors are now permitted in patient rooms.
- Visitors younger than 18 are now permitted in patient rooms when appropriate.

03/10/2026

Today, we joined area healthcare partners in Decatur for a meaningful conversation about how we can work together to meet the evolving healthcare needs of our community. This is just the beginning. We're energized by the shared commitment in that room and excited for what we'll accomplish together.

Improving healthcare in our community takes more than one organization. It takes collaboration.

Today, healthcare leaders from across the Decatur area came together to begin an important conversation about improving health and access to care in our region. By working together, sharing perspectives and learning from one another, we can better understand the challenges patients and families face.

This ongoing collaboration is an important step toward strengthening healthcare and creating better pathways to care for our community.

Decatur Regional Chamber of Commerce
Decatur Memorial Hospital
Crossing Healthcare
Heritage Behavioral Health Center

03/06/2026

Behind every patient journey, there's a team that cares. Our colleagues love to be the difference for you.

03/02/2026

Thanks to NowDecatur.com for these great photos from our recent Open House, which highlighted the hospital’s partnership with Memorial Specialty Care Cardiology. The tour through our updated cardiac catheterization lab featured hands-on demonstrations of the latest technology used to diagnose & treat heart conditions. Just another example of our commitment to providing the best care close to home for area residents.

02/28/2026

Thank you for celebrating with us!

02/20/2026

Scholarship alert for Macon County high school seniors & undergrads! Apply now for scholarships ($2,500 to $5,000!) through the Decatur Memorial Foundation and Decatur Memorial Hospital Auxiliary, for fields like nursing, agriculture, healthcare & science. Deadlines: mid-March. For full details and to apply online, visit http://mh.social/bBxJ50YhEXW

02/18/2026

This , trust your heart health to the experts at Memorial Specialty Care Cardiology. We cover everything from managing cholesterol and blood pressure to treating coronary artery disease and angina. Need advanced intervention? Our specialists perform angioplasty, stent placement, cardiac ablation, treatments for atrial fibrillation & more. Learn more: http://mh.social/CKuN50Ya4Nz

Memorial Specialty Care Cardiology has expertise for your heart needs. General cardiology, interventional treatments, arrhythmia care and more.

02/13/2026

Love your heart this February with every bite! Start simple: add berries to your morning oatmeal; snack on hummus with veggies instead of chips; or try a colorful salad packed with leafy greens, avocado and walnuts. Small swaps in your meals can lead to big benefits for your cardiovascular health.

Nutrition counseling can help manage your health, including of high-risk pregnancies, gastrointestinal diseases and hyperlipidemia. Learn more.

02/11/2026

Happy 211 Day! Dialing 211 connects individuals and families to the support they need, 24/7/365. Dialing 211 brings free, confidential connections to essential services including food assistance, housing support, childcare, mental health services, transportation & more. No matter if it is 2 p.m. or 2 a.m. – you can find help. Just dial 211. Or text your zip code to 989211. Or visit http://mh.social/B8Rm50XWqBC.

02/06/2026

February is Heart Month! Ready for a simple heart-health challenge this week? Swap sugary drinks for water, take a 30-minute walk or aim for 7+ hours of sleep. Small changes can make a big difference for your cardiovascular health!

01/28/2026

Congrats to Terry Scott with Environmental Services and DMH 2025 Colleague of the Year! Terry keeps the Emergency Department running smoothly with meticulous cleaning, quick bed turnover and excellent communication with our clinical staff. "It is always a breath of fresh air to know he is working," his nominator wrote. http://mh.social/meaS50Y4v9L