PARIS—Paris High School hosted the 10 th annual Doc Acklin cross-country invite on Saturday, Aug. 29. The race is sponsored by Horizon Health Foundation and Paris High School in memory of the late …
The Living Room Program at HRC’s Life Center in Paris will close on Sept. 30. The showers will not.
The program’s state grant funding was not renewed, and HRC was not able to secure a …
PARIS—Chantelle Allen continues to strengthen healthcare in the Wabash Valley through her commitment to professional excellence, recently earning board certification as a Psychiatric-Mental Health …
PARIS—Horizon Health Chief Risk and Privacy Officer Eunice Chaney was recently honored by the Illinois Rural Health Association (IRHA) for her dedication and years of service to rural health.
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Horizon Health is looking toward continued growth, with a major surgery expansion project among the hospital’s plans for the next 12 to 18 months.
Horizon Health President and CEO Jay …
PARIS—For the second consecutive year, Horizon Health has earned the American Heart Association (AHA) Commitment to Quality Award, recognizing excellence in cardiovascular and stroke care. Horizon …
Nearly half of the people who come to HRC for mental health care live in Clark County. In the agency’s most recent six-month reporting period, 386 people, or 48 percent of HRC’s outpatient mental …
PARIS — Ask a room of sixth graders how many decisions they have made so far that day, and the answers come back all over the place.
Some say two or three. Then another hand goes up: a …
PARIS—Scott Tracy has lived in this town his entire life. He was born a block from the house he lives in now, and he bought that house from his sister after his mother passed away.
He and his …
MATTOON—The Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Foundation will host its 19th annual SBL Hospice Binga on Tuesday, Sept. 1, at the Mattoon Eagles Club, 1917 Oak Avenue. Net proceeds support the SBL Willow …
PARIS—Horizon Health is expanding its commitment to comprehensive weight loss care with the addition of Medical Weight Management within its Center for Weight Management.
The new service …
PARIS — The Edgar County Recovery-Oriented Systems of Care (ROSC) council met at Horizon Health Hospital on Tuesday, June 23, for its regular monthly meeting, where they unveiled a slate of …
PARIS — Horizon Health CEO Jay Carmichael painted an ambitious picture of the hospital’s growth and its pursuit of millions in new federal rural health funding during a recent Edgar Alliance …
PARIS—Psychologist Marilyn Frey’s latest gifts to the Horizon Health Foundation are enhancing patient care across Horizon Health.
“I like to donate medical equipment for direct patient …
Lori Haase has helped people smile for over 40 years.
Whether it was cleaning teeth, educating patients about oral health, catching potential health concerns early or simply listening to stories …
Atlanta makeup artist says experience highlights gaps in access to basic healthcare services
When Atlanta celebrity makeup artist Justin Douglas found himself struggling with dental pain and unable to find affordable treatment options close to home, he traveled to a free healthcare clinic …
Horizon Health will host its second annual Operation: H.E.A.L. program on June 8–10. This free, interactive experience is designed for high school students interested in exploring careers in …
At the Edgar County Public Health Department’s bi-monthly meeting on Wednesday, May 20, Administrator Kim Ross delivered her report on the last two months of operations.
The department …
PARIS — Nurses gathered outside Horizon Health on Wednesday, May 6, to celebrate National Nurses Week during the hospital’s annual Twilight Walk, an event focused on honoring the dedication, …
It was no big deal when Will Moody, a sophomore at the University of Illinois and resident of FarmHouse, opened his mouth and was swabbed to send a sample into the National Marrow Donor Program …
The Rec is expanding its role as a community wellness resource with the addition of swim lessons and aquatic programming, broadening access to fitness, recreation and water safety education for area …
January marks the 56th National Blood Donor Month, an annual observance recognizing the lifesaving impact of blood donors and highlighting the continued need for donations, particularly during winter …
HRC of Edgar County has announced that they are the recipient of a “transformative grant” from the Wheeler Foundation.
This critical funding totals more than $60,000 and will enabled HRC to …
The Edgar County Board of Health met at 7 a.m. on Nov. 19, with a packed agenda, highlighted by significant grant awards, staffing updates and departmental reports that carry strong momentum heading …
Horizon Health has launched a new community education initiative aimed at empowering residents to take control of their health. The Healthy Living Series, a new program designed to offer practical, …
The State of Indiana has approved a Certificate of Public Advantage (COPA) for the merger between Union Health and Terre Haute Regional Hospital, marking a major milestone in the consolidation of the …
The BeeWell Coalition met in October to discuss updates on community health initiatives, the future of its garden project and plans for upcoming events.
The meeting opened with publication and …
During the Sept. 4, BeeWell meeting, much of the discussion centered on an exciting new youth project: planting apple trees at area schools.
The effort will tie into the annual “Great …
As the school year kicks off, evenings quickly fill with homework, sports practices, activities and looming deadlines. With so much on your plate, dinner shouldn’t be another source of stress. …
Horizon Health’s Sean Robison has received top honors for advancing emergency medical education in rural communities.
The Illinois Rural Health Association presented Robison with its 2025 …
It’s breeding season for bats in Illinois, also known as pupping season. During pupping season, it’s not uncommon to encounter more bats, both in and around homes.
Here are some tips …
Horizon Health awards EMT and paramedic of the year
EMT OF THE YEAR: Grayson Thomas
In a heartfelt and humbling moment, Grayson Thomas was named EMT of the Year — an honor he never expected, but one his colleagues say is “more …
Horizon Health celebrates local cancer survivors with luncheon
PARIS— On Friday, May 30, community members came together at Horizon Health to celebrate themselves and/or their loved ones at the annual National Cancer Survivors Day luncheon. The event …
After a sixth case of measles was reported in the state of Illinois in early May, Health Department officials confirmed that the number of reported cases in the United States is now above 25.
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PARIS—Horizon Health congratulates the recent graduates of its first responder certification course.
Eight community members completed the 10-week course. This special training allows them …
Horizon Health is offering a new program for high school students who are interested in healthcare careers.
Operation: H.E.A.L. (Healthcare Education And Leadership) is a three-day, interactive …
Annual event at Horizon Health celebrates and pays tribute during National Nurses Week
In 2025, National Nurses Week concluded on Monday, May 12, a date recognized as Florence Nightingale’s birthday and National Nurses Day. To honor the lives of fallen nurses across Edgar County, …
Edgar County Health Department to host community baby shower for expecting and new mothers
Expecting and new mothers in Edgar County will soon have a chance to celebrate motherhood while gaining valuable resources at the upcoming Community Baby Shower. Hosted by the Edgar County Public …
Sycamore Pain and Wellness, a service of Horizon Health, welcomes Jenny Houzenga to its outpatient behavioral health team.
Houzenga is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse …
Often, self-care is viewed as self-indulgence, but Michelle Creech argues that self-care is an integral form of self-respect.
“(Self-care) means taking care of yourself so that you can be …
PARIS—Horizon Health is increasing access to podiatry services with the addition of a second full-time physician.
Dr. Anna Ballard joins Dr. Brittany Wojnicki in the Horizon Health …
Every year, over one million Americans have a coronary event or undergo a cardiac-related procedure. This year, Cardiac Rehabilitation week is from Feb. 9 to Feb. 15 , it honors the role of cardiac …
PARIS—Dr. Darren Brucken is officially the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) at Horizon Health. In addition to his new duties, Dr. Brucken will continue his current, full-time position as hospitalist …
PARIS—A wave of viral respiratory illnesses, including COVID-19, Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) and the flu, are sweeping across Edgar County. The recent spread of viral infections, a …
PARIS—Jay Carmichael, a seasoned rural health leader with more than a decade of experience, has been appointed president and chief executive officer of Horizon Health, effective Jan. 20.
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The Edgar County Public Health Department (ECPHD) is preparing to introduce a new program called the Medical Reserve Corps (MRC). The establishment of MRC Unit 2919 marks an exciting milestone in …
PARIS—According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), one in five adolescents has prediabetes. Horizon Health and Paris Cooperative High School have teamed up for the last 10 years to …
Even with insurance, facing the cost of cancer treatment can be daunting. Insurance broker and cancer survivor Paul Barbary of Alton, featured in an earlier OSF Newsroom story about immunotherapy, …
PARIS—Healthcare training programs, such as those for Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) and Registered Nurses (RN), require students to wear scrubs during …
