OSF Saint Clare Medical Center

02/26/2026

Got 30 minutes and a big heart? ❤️ Donate blood March 9, 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m. and help make a lifesaving difference.

🩸 Sign up: https://bit.ly/4qxHsGt

02/25/2026

🫀 When it comes to cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), tempo matters.

The American Red Cross recommends a compression rate of 100 - 120 beats per minute, about the rhythm of songs like “Stayin’ Alive.”

Knowing the right beat could make a difference in an emergency.

👉 Want to learn more tips on performing CPR? Read them here: https://rdcrss.org/49R9UOv

02/24/2026

🍿✨ Treat yourself to something delicious! ✨🍿

We’re excited to partner with Pop of the Morning for a gourmet popcorn fundraiser benefiting the OSF Foundation.

From sweet to savory, there’s a flavor for everyone. These tasty treats also make the perfect addition to Easter baskets.

👉 Tuesday, March 10 | Medical Office Building lobby | 10 a.m. – Noon
Learn more: https://bit.ly/4aodmAz

02/23/2026

Friendly reminder 💚 Early detection can make a big difference.

Join us Thursday, February 26, 6–7 p.m. at the Putnam County Public Library District in Hennepin for a Cancer Awareness & Education event. Learn about the Illinois Breast and Cervical Cancer Program (IBCCP) and get helpful info on ABUS and screening mammography – all in a supportive, easygoing setting.

We’d love to see you there. 💬
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February 26 | 6-7 p.m. | Putnam County Public Library

02/20/2026

🚐💙 OSF OnCall King Care-a-Van Update 💙🚐

Due to high winds, the OSF OnCall King Care-a-Van is unable to be at North Central Bank in Ladd today from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. The safety of our team and community always comes first.

Thank you for your understanding and we will be back at the bank in Ladd on March 20 : https://bit.ly/4s1FoIb

02/18/2026

Today, we begin the season of Lent – a 40-day period of self-reflection and preparation for the Easter season. ✝️🕊️

02/17/2026

✨ Just hit your goal weight and want to keep it without the dreaded rebound? A registered dietitian with OSF HealthCare breaks down reverse dieting – a savvy way to “teach” your metabolism what normal life looks like again after a calorie-cutting phase.

🍽️ What it is: After losing weight on a calorie deficit, reverse dieting helps you slowly add calories back – usually just 50–100 extra a day – until your body settles into a new maintenance zone.
⚖️ Why it matters: Instead of jumping back into old eating habits and unintentionally gaining weight, this method helps you find your “sweet spot” where you’re not losing or gaining.
🥚 How it looks in real life: Think simple swaps – maybe an extra hard-boiled egg or a handful of carrots to boost your intake without a sugar hangover.
🤝 Pro tip: Reverse dieting is personal and takes patience – and a dietitian can be a great partner in the journey.

Ready to train your metabolism instead of fighting it? 💪 Read more and get the full breakdown here:

Reverse dieting is a process to help achieve and maintain a goal weight. The idea is to add calories to your diet a little at a time after losing weight. Read more.

02/16/2026

Dreaming big? We’re cheering you on. 💚

OSF Saint Clare nursing and health career scholarships are now available to help students take the next step toward their education and career goals. A few minutes today could make a big difference tomorrow.

👉 Apply here: https://adobe.ly/4qcavPQ

02/13/2026

Your heart and emotions are connected in more ways than you might think.
Broken-heart syndrome is a real condition that can look like a heart attack after intense emotional or physical stress.

👉 Read about its symptoms and why stress matters to your heart: https://bit.ly/4sDxNQY

Physical or emotional trauma can cause broken-heart syndrome, especially in post-menopausal women. It can be as deadly as a heart attack.

02/12/2026

Knowledge is power – and when it comes to cancer, early detection can save lives. 💚 Join us for a Cancer Awareness and Education event at the Putnam County Public Library District in Hennepin on Thursday, February 26, 6-7 p.m.

In partnership with the Bureau, Putnam & Marshall County Health Department and OSF Diagnostic Imaging, you’ll be able to:
✔️ Learn about the Illinois Breast and Cervical Cancer Program (IBCCP) from a registered nurse
✔️ Get helpful info on Automated Breast Ultrasound (ABUS) and screening mammography

It’s a simple, supportive way to learn about resources that can make a big difference for you or someone you love. We hope to see you there. 💬💖

February 26 | 6-7 p.m. | Putnam County Public Library

02/12/2026

🍪 It's officially cookie season!

Local Girl Scouts will be set up in the cafeteria on the lower level on Monday, February 16, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Stop by, grab your favorite cookies (looking at you, Thin Mints 👀) and support a local troop.

Get the sweet deets: https://adobe.ly/4tb6tdp

02/11/2026

Tomorrow’s forecast: bagels with a side of kindness. 🥯💙

Camp Aramoni's Boutique Bagels will be at OSF Saint Clare tomorrow. Every purchase supports Joan's Closet, which provides clothing to patients in need.

See you tomorrow.
👉 https://bit.ly/4jSNy2P

Thursday, February 12 | 8 a.m.-1 p.m.