HSHS St. Francis Hospital

04/01/2026

Donate Blood. Save Lives. HSHS St. Francis Hospital will be hosting an ImpactLife Blood Drive on Tuesday, April 14. Make your appointment now: https://login.bloodcenter.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/141985

03/30/2026

🚧HSHS St. Francis Hospital’s Emergency Department parking lot and entrance will be temporarily closed Tuesday, March 31 from 6 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. for routine facility improvement.

Patients seeking care in the Emergency Department should park outside of the Surgery Department and Ambulance Bay on the west side of the hospital and enter through the Ambulance Bay. Security personnel will be directing patients and flow of traffic.

This will not impact ambulance access to the facility, so local EMS services are available as always. Remember, dial, don’t drive – call 9-1-1 for emergent conditions.

Thank you for your understanding and patience as our hospital campus is improved for patients and visitors.

03/30/2026

Thank you to the incredible physicians who practice at HSHS St. Francis Hospital! Your compassion and expert care truly make a difference every day.

Do you have a doctor to thank or recognize? Share your message in the comments below.

03/27/2026

We enjoyed celebrating our area farmers this week at our HSHS St. Francis Hospital Foundation Farm Family Event. The highlight of the event was honoring Tom Burenga with the St. Isidore Friend of Agriculture award, and Victory Lane Ford and owners Gene and Stephanie Hebenstreit with a Special Recognition award – check out why we were honored to celebrate them: https://www.hshs.org/st-francis/news/awards-presented-at-family-farm-event
Congratulations, Tom, Gene and Stephanie!
Just another way we enjoy caring for our community ❤️

03/25/2026

Effective March 25, the seasonal visitor guidelines have been lifted. Thank you for your cooperation and support during the recent respiratory illness season!

As a reminder, soap and water or hand sanitizers are the most effective ways to prevent respiratory illness and should be used when entering and exiting patient rooms.

03/24/2026

Your gut knows best. Trust it. Colon screenings are quick, easy, and can prevent cancer.

Discover the importance of colonoscopy for detecting colon cancer and managing colon diseases. Learn about the procedure, preparation, and why HSHS is the best choice for your colonoscopy needs

03/20/2026

Applications are now being accepted for the HSHS St. Francis Hospital Auxiliary Scholarship! St. Francis Auxiliary is awarding three $1,000 scholarships to students in the Montgomery or Macoupin County.

Applicants must be enrolled and have completed, or are completing, at least one year in an accredited school of his/her choice with the intent of receiving a degree or diploma in a health-related occupation. Visit our website to learn more, https://www.hshs.org/st-francis/giving-volunteering/volunteer. Applications due April 30.

03/17/2026

📣 Vendors & Community Resource Exhibitors Wanted!

HSHS St. Francis Hospital is looking for vendors and community organizations to participate in the upcoming Women’s Health Survival Guide event in June. This is a great opportunity to connect with the community and share resources that support women’s health and well-being.

Community Resource Exhibitors tables are free and can submit their table request here: https://forms.office.com/r/r1aX6xm0Wk

Vendor tables cost $20 and can submit requests to have a table here: https://forms.office.com/r/yme5t7axMj

Learn more:
https://www.hshs.org/st-francis/news/vendors-and-community-resource-exhibitors-wanted-for-hshs-st-francis-women%E2%80%99s-health-survival-guide

Please share with any businesses or organizations that may be interested and watch for more info on the event to come soon!

03/16/2026

03/12/2026

Get to know HSHS Central Illinois Market President and CEO Brian Brennan!

Brian recently joined radio host Sam Madonia of WMAY’s AM Springfield program this week for a wide-ranging interview covering everything from how he got into health care to why he chose HSHS to the inspiring work he sees every day from our colleagues. Thanks to WMAY News for the opportunity!

Listen to the episode here: https://omny.fm/shows/am-springfield-interviews/hshs-central-illinois-market-ceo-brian-brennan

The HSHS Central Illinois Market includes HSHS St. John's Hospital, Springfield; HSHS St. Mary's Hospital Decatur; HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital Effingham; HSHS St. Francis Hospital, Litchfield; and HSHS Good Shepherd Hospital, Shelbyville.

03/12/2026

The HSHS St. Francis Foundation and its agriculture committee are excited to invite all Macoupin and Montgomery counties farmers and their families to its Farm Family event on Monday, March 23!

Join us for a hearty breakfast buffet and conversations on agriculture.

Preregister for health screenings by March 16. Visit: https://www.hshs.org/st-francis/classes-events/farm-family-event

03/11/2026

Know the signs – If you are experiencing these symptoms, trust your gut and get a colon screening.

Discover the importance of colonoscopy for detecting colon cancer and managing colon diseases. Learn about the procedure, preparation, and why HSHS is the best choice for your colonoscopy needs