Tomosynthesis mammography allows radiologists to examine one-millimeter slices of images. Continue reading
Centegra Health System first in region to provide 3-D mammograms
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Centegra Sage Cancer Center celebrates cancer survivors
Cancer Survivors Day serves as a celebration that affirms life can be meaningful and productive for those whose lives are affected by cancer. Continue reading
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Centegra Health System Foundation purchases bacteria-killing lights
Ultraviolet light devices reduce likelihood of hospital-acquired infections. Continue reading
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Centegra encourages drivers to pull over before calling or texting
Distracted driving continues to be critical issue for public safety. Continue reading
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Centegra sponsors free lectures in June
Presentations focus on cancer prevention and back pain. Continue reading
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Centegra Health System educates about F.A.S.T. during Stroke Month
Simple acronym helps people remember the signs of stroke. Continue reading
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Centegra Health System congratulates Break Your Boundaries winners
Community members, employees join the competition to lose weight. Continue reading
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Centegra vascular screenings offered in June
Technicians and equipment part of mobile health unit service. Continue reading
Sleep support group to gather at Centegra Hospital-Woodstock
AWAKE network connects those affected by sleep-disorders. Continue reading
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Centegra Health Bridge Fitness Centers offer free events, specials
Community invited to summer camps for kids. Continue reading
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Centegra Physician Care now accepts HMO Illinois members
Centegra Health & Wellness Network provides members access to more than 350 providers. Continue reading
Centegra looks for pets to use in animal assisted therapy
Caring Paws program seeks registered team members. Continue reading
Centegra Physician Care welcomes Dr. Jing Liang
Physiatrist to treat patients as part of the Centegra Back and Spine Center. Continue reading
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Tagged back, bone, care, muscle, nerve, physiatrist, physician, specialist, spine
Centegra Health System recognizes Mental Health Month in May
This year’s theme is ‘Pathways to Wellness’ Continue reading
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Centegra launches Electronic Medical Record to enhance patient care
May 6 launch will improve safety, efficiency. Continue reading
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Centegra encourages women to take control of breast and bone health
Mammo Mondays continue in May and June. Continue reading
ECHO heart screenings designed for teens 13 to 18
Centegra Wellness on the Move provides convenient locations for screenings. Continue reading
Vascular screenings offered in May
Technicians and equipment part of mobile health unit service. Continue reading
Centegra sponsors free lectures in May
Presentations focus on carpal tunnel and shoulder injuries. Continue reading
Centegra Health System offers free skin cancer screenings
Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States, a diagnosis for more than two million people annually. Continue reading
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Centegra celebrates nurses during Nurses Week activities
Hospitals honor ways nurses care for the community and for each other Continue reading
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Prevent spread of pertussis by getting booster
Pertussis, better known as whooping cough, is a serious respiratory infection that affects people of any age. It is especially dangerous for infants, who may suffer permanent disability or even death. “Whooping cough is easily spread through tiny droplets when … Continue reading
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Centegra participates in National Healthcare Decisions Day
April 16 events promote advance care planning. Continue reading
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New visitor identification policy instituted at Centegra hospitals
The new policy promotes healing and well being of patients. Continue reading
Centegra sends mothers home with gifts rather than commercial formula bags
Hospitals ‘ban the bags’ to support breastfeeding. Continue reading
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Centegra salutes doctors this week!
Centegra Health System deeply appreciates our physicians, and we proudly celebrate them during Doctors’ Week, April 1 to 5. This is a great time to recognize them for performing vital diagnoses and treatments, striving to keep patients well and working … Continue reading
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March 26 is 25th annual American Diabetes Association Alert Day
American Diabetes Association Alert Day, which is conducted every fourth Tuesday in March, is a one-day wake-up call asking the American public to take the Diabetes Risk Test to find out if they are at risk for developing type 2 diabetes. Continue reading
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Centegra vascular screenings offered in April
Technicians, equipment part of mobile health unit service. Continue reading
ECHO heart screenings designed for teens 13 to 18
Centegra Wellness on the Move provides convenient locations for screenings. Continue reading
Centegra sponsors free lectures in April
Presentations focus on kidney conditions and using the daVinci for colon issues. Continue reading
Centegra Health Bridge Fitness Centers offer spring programs, specials
Spring break camps, membership specials get the whole family moving. Continue reading
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Centegra Health System recognizes Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
Early detection is the key to beat this disease. Continue reading
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April 3 Centegra symposium to teach about colon health
Experts will discuss optimal colon function, cancer prevention and early cancer detection. Continue reading
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Centegra sponsors free physician lectures in March
Presentations focus on migraines and foot pain. Continue reading
Sleep support group to gather March 6 at Centegra Hospital-Woodstock
AWAKE network connects those affected by sleep-disorders. Continue reading
Centegra Hospital-Woodstock Auxiliary to host book fair
Fundraiser to benefit women’s services at Centegra. Continue reading
ECHO heart screenings designed for teens 13 to 18
Centegra Wellness on the Move provides convenient locations for screenings. Continue reading
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