OSF Saint Paul Medical Center

04/06/2026

🚶‍♀️ Take steps toward better health

You’ve probably heard the goal of 10,000 steps a day, but here’s some encouraging news: 7,000 steps can offer many of the same health benefits. 🙌

Whether it’s a walk around your neighborhood, a quick break at work, or time with family, every step adds up.

👟 Start where you are
💛 Stay consistent
📖 Learn more here: https://bit.ly/416vn0P

Small steps can lead to big changes - one day at a time.

04/06/2026

🐰🌸 A Sweet Easter Blessing 🌸🐰

Welcome to the world, little one! A beautiful baby girl made her arrival on Easter Day at OSF Saint Elizabeth – Family Birth Center in Peru, making the day even more special. 💕

There’s nothing sweeter than new life on a day filled with hope and joy. Wishing this precious little bunny a lifetime of love, laughter and blessings. 🐣💗

Congratulations to the proud family and our amazing care team! 💙

Learn more about the Family Birth Center: https://bit.ly/4dv86x9

04/03/2026

💙 Doctors Week Wrap-Up 💙

We had a fun week celebrating Drs. Estrada-O’Brien, Matheis and Watson at the OSF Medical Group - Primary Care clinic. From twin day to superhero day, there were plenty of smiles along the way.

Between caring for patients and keeping the clinic running, we only managed to sneak a few fun photos along the way.

Thank you for your dedication, compassion and the care you provide every day. We are grateful for you this week and always. 💙

Schedule an appointment: https://bit.ly/3NGAamM

04/03/2026

🏛️💙 I-80 Nurses at the Capitol 💙🏛️

We’re proud to share that our I-80 nurses, Dolly Pierson, Paige Wittenauer and Stephanie Francis, attended OSF Nurses Day at the Capitol in Springfield on March 26, 2026.

Joining Melinda Cooling, DNP, Chief Nursing and Advanced Practice Executive and our Governmental Relations team, they helped represent the voice of nursing. It was a proud moment to see them recognized on the floors of both the State Senate and House of Representatives.

Thank you for advocating for our patients, our profession and our communities. 💙
Learn more: https://bit.ly/4sWeeDm

04/03/2026

🚨 Calling All Future Health Heroes! 🧬🩺

We’re thrilled to invite your child to join us for an unforgettable summer adventure at the OSF Health Heroes STEAM Camp – where science meets the art of saving lives! 🌟

🧠 This hands-on, FREE educational experience will immerse students in the fascinating world of healthcare through: 🔬 Interactive experiments
👩‍⚕️ Skill-building activities
🎨 Educational crafts
🧪 Career exploration in fields like surgery, lab tech, and more!

Open to students entering 3rd–8th grades in the 2026–2027 school year. Space is extremely limited, so don’t wait - secure your spot today!

📅 CAMP DATES & LOCATIONS:
• June 15-19: Ottawa, Mendota, Peru, Princeton & Streator

🕘 CAMP TIMES:
• Grades 3rd–5th: 9–11:30 a.m. | Register here: https://bit.ly/4bZ3Za0
• Grades 6th–8th: 12:30– 3 p.m. | Register here: https://bit.ly/4v3Uyic

🎁 Each student receives a camp T-shirt and daily take-home activities!

💙 Generously funded by donations to our OSF I-80 Innovation Hub. Let’s inspire the next generation of healthcare heroes together!

04/02/2026

"The entire experience was perfect from scheduling to the actual visit. On a scale of 1–10, definitely a 10!" - another

Schedule an appointment with Lena Davenport, APRN: https://bit.ly/4rtli96

04/01/2026

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/40NJKaj

04/01/2026

📱😴 Too much screen time, too little sleep

A new study shows that too much screen time and not enough sleep could lead to future health problems for our kids. ⚠️👧👦

Read more: https://bit.ly/4c8Di3S

Key Takeaways: According to a recent study, too much screen time combined with less sleep could impact the health of kids and teenagers.The health issues include high blood sugar, high blood pressure and cholesterol levels.Lack of sleep can impair hormo...

03/31/2026

🎓💙 Good news, LaSalle County! The OSF Saint Elizabeth Medical Center educational loan assistance program is now open 🌟

If you’re pursuing further education and a career in a patient care health field 🩺❤️, check out the details here: 🔗 https://bit.ly/4bYCyz1

03/30/2026

Thank you to State Senator Li Arellano, Jr for visiting OSF Saint Paul Medical Center today. 🩷

We appreciated the opportunity to discuss rural health care and share how our teams are serving the community each day with the greatest care and love.

Learn more about OSF Saint Paul: https://bit.ly/4170NEn

03/30/2026

👩‍⚕️❤️ This Doctors' Week, let's give a shoutout to our amazing primary care physicians! Dr. Estrada-O'Brien, Dr. Matheis and Dr. Watson - you rock! Drop a comment below to show your love and appreciation for all they do! 🌟
http://osf.care/IASE50VpWKg

03/30/2026

🙏💜 A meaningful moment today at OSF Saint Paul Medical Center

We held a Blessing of the Hands for our Mission Partners in the cancer care clinic within the Community Health Services department as they prepare to care for patients with compassion and purpose.

We are also proud to welcome Meraj Aziz, MD, who will provide hematology and medical oncology care and see patients on Mondays at OSF Saint Paul.

Together, this team is bringing expanded cancer care services to our community with a focus on healing, support and hope. 💜

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4lUQ0GM