OSF St. Francis Hospital & Medical Group

04/25/2026

April 25th is considered the perfect date 😉 It's not too hot, not too cold - all you need is a light jacket.

It's also the perfect time to schedule your next wellbeing visit with one of our many congenial providers!

Visit http://osf.care/h70K50VH86E to learn about our primary care and schedule your next visit.

Located at 3409 Ludington Street, Escanaba, MI. We specialize in Family Medicine. Schedule an appointment today at (906) 789-4040.

04/24/2026

Become a volunteer and make a difference every day! ❤️

In honor of National Volunteer Week, we celebrate and thank our incredible hospital volunteers whose time, compassion, and dedication make a meaningful impact on patients, families and staff every single day.

Looking to give back? Whether you enjoy greeting visitors, helping people find their way, or spending time outdoors, we have a role that fits your strengths:
• Gift Shop Retail Clerk
• MOB Information Desk
• Serenity Garden Summer Gardener

Join our team and be part of something special—because even the smallest act of service can brighten someone’s day. 🌼 https://bit.ly/4vH5zGH

04/23/2026

This week, we proudly celebrate National Laboratory Professionals Week! 💙🔬 These incredible individuals work behind the scenes to keep healthcare moving forward.

Our lab team plays a vital role in every diagnosis, every treatment plan, and every patient story. With precision, dedication, and expertise, they deliver results that truly make a difference—often without ever being seen.

To our laboratory professionals: thank you for your commitment to excellence, your attention to detail, and your unwavering support of patient care. Your work saves lives every single day.

04/22/2026

Let's keep celebrating Volunteer Week! 🙌 🎉

Help us shine a light on Jan Dillon. For nearly a decade, Jan has been one of the first friendly faces people meet when they walk into the Medical Office Building. Whether she’s guiding a nervous patient to the right clinic or offering reassurance to a worried family member, Jan brings patience, compassion, and clarity to every interaction.
Her impact doesn’t stop there—Jan has generously shared her time and talents on the OSF Auxiliary Board, serving in several roles and now leading as Board President. Her commitment to service shines through in everything she does, and we are deeply grateful for her continued dedication.

Take a moment to reflect on your own volunteer experiences and what they mean to you.

04/21/2026

Get care when and where you need it! We make it easy to access care 24/7:

📅 Call or use the My OSF app to schedule appointments with your primary care office
🩺Start an OSF OnCall Urgent Care virtual visit for minor illnesses and injuries
👩‍⚕️Chat with your OSF care team about health-related questions

Whether it’s late at night or during a busy day, we make it easy to connect to care: https://bit.ly/4syuWb4

04/20/2026

Happy National Volunteer Week!

We are excited to kick off the festivities by highlighting Paulette Potvin. Since 2013, Paulette has been a dedicated OSF Auxiliary member/volunteer and a key part of the hospital's gift shop team. She is one of the special volunteers who selects and displays merchandise with care and creativity, and she warmly assists customers as a retail clerk. Her commitment, eye for detail, and genuine kindness make her an invaluable part of our volunteer community.

Throughout the week we will continue to shine a light on these individuals that carry the heart of our Mission to serve with the greatest care and love. Please join us in celebrating by sharing comments of gratitude or naming a volunteer in your life who deserves recognition ❤️

Thank you, Paulette, for all that you do!

04/18/2026

April is Testicular Cancer Awareness Month. 💜

In this week's Medical Minute with WZMQ 19 we welcome back our partnering physician with Green Bay Oncology, Dr. Burnette. He discusses the age range at higher risk, and the signs and symptoms to be aware of.

Thank you, Dr. Burnette for your continued work and service to our community!

04/17/2026

Lung cancer isn’t just a smoker’s disease – and that misunderstanding is keeping people from early diagnoses.

Up to one in five people with lung cancer have never smoked. So what’s behind it? Air pollution and radon exposure in the home are the highest risks and are often overlooked.

If you’ve had a lingering cough or shortness of breath, don’t brush it off just because you’ve never smoked.

Read more to understand the risks and what to watch for ⬇️
https://bit.ly/4sjdpmV

Key Takeaways:Air pollution (PM2.5) remains the #1 cause of lung cancer in non-smokers, worldwideHigh radon levels is the #2 cause of lung cancer in the United StatesLung cancer in never smokers is typically higher in women of Asian descentPart two, com...

04/16/2026

Today is National Healthcare Decisions Day. There’s no better time to begin thinking about your future health care wishes.

We offer OSF Care Decisions, an advance care planning model, so you don’t have to walk through this process alone.

You and your family can work with a trained facilitator to address choices that affect your personal health.

Get started today: http://osf.care/ywE450Vzekc

04/15/2026

Bottom line: Cancer can affect anyone, but knowing what can cause cancer and the factors that increase your risk can help you take steps to protect your health.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4rSr0RZ

04/14/2026

The primary care you know and trust goes beyond regular office hours! Your OSF care team is always here for you, day or night. With 24/7 access, you can:

📅 Book appointments that fit your schedule
🩺 Connect to OSF OnCall Urgent Care virtual visits for quick care 24/7
👩‍⚕️ Chat with your OSF care team about health-related questions

Stay connected to the quality care you trust day or night: https://bit.ly/4ejyaeM

Your care team just expanded. It’s now easier to get care when and where you need it.

04/13/2026

CODE RED! 🔴

Donate blood this Friday, April 17 at Northern Lights YMCA - Delta Center. The Community Blood Center has critically low supply of blood and plasma. They need ALL blood types.

Feel good knowing that your donation will stay local, supporting your neighbors in local hospitals. Make your appointment today by calling (800)-280-4102 or go to http://osf.care/Hg6Q50Wa3sk