Dr. Mary Frances Barthel

Flu-related hospitalizations at highest rate in 10 years; Blessing official says vaccinations first line of defense

November 14, 2022 | By Muddy River News

QUINCY — Statistics from the Center for Disease Control show the United States is experiencing its highest rate of flu-related hospitalizations in the past 10 years. Other respiratory diseases, such as COVID and respiratory syncytial virus, also are on the rise as we move through autumn. “We’ve seen a handful of RSV kids admitted here at…

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Independent watchdog organization gives Blessing Hospital 'A' grade for patient safety

November 11, 2021 | By Muddy River News

QUINCY — Blessing Hospital patients receive care rated among the safest in the nation. For the third straight survey period, an independent national watchdog organization has given Blessing Hospital a grade of “A” for patient safety. The Leapfrog Group, founded by 2,000 large employers and other purchasers of healthcare, assigns a letter grade of A…

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