﻿<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom"><channel><title>mdh</title><link>http://www.mdh.org//home.aspx</link><lastBuildDate>Thu, 28 Jun 2012 14:32:59 GMT</lastBuildDate><generator>mdh Generator</generator><docs>http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss</docs><description /><atom:link href="http://www.mdh.org/RSS.aspx?pid2&amp;eid=3" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /><item><title>MDH to Offer Paramedic Program; Deadline to Apply July 1</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_to_offer_paramedic_program_deadline_to_apply_july_1.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_to_offer_paramedic_program_deadline_to_apply_july_1.aspx</guid><description>MDH will offer a paramedic program to individuals interested in completing the coursework and clinical study to prepare for the State of Illinois licensure of EMT’s Paramedic examination.</description><pubDate>Thu, 06 Jun 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Area Spiritual Leaders Attend Annual Recognition Luncheon at MDH</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/area_spiritual_leaders_attend_annual_recognition_luncheon_at_mdh.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/area_spiritual_leaders_attend_annual_recognition_luncheon_at_mdh.aspx</guid><description>McDonough District Hospital hosted the annual appreciation luncheon, catered by MDH Food Services, for area spiritual leaders on May 15.</description><pubDate>Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>MDH Childbirth Classes to Begin May 23</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_childbirth_classes_to_begin_may_23.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_childbirth_classes_to_begin_may_23.aspx</guid><description>MDH will offer free Childbirth and Infant Care classes beginning with a Cesarean Section Class on Thursday, May 23 from 7:00-9:00 PM in Auditorium B. </description><pubDate>Wed, 15 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>MDH Stroke Screening May 23</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_stroke_screening_may_23.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_stroke_screening_may_23.aspx</guid><description>McDonough District Hospital Outreach Services and Cardiopulmonary Department will offer a high-quality, comprehensive stroke screening, including stroke prevention education. </description><pubDate>Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>MDH &amp; WIU Announce 2013 Award Winners</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_wiu_announce_2013_award_winners.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_wiu_announce_2013_award_winners.aspx</guid><description>MDH and WIU are pleased to announce Sadie Otto of Keokuk, Iowa is the recipient of the Student Nurse of the Year award and Mandy James, RN of Macomb has received the Nurse of the Year award. </description><pubDate>Thu, 09 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>MDH Offers Life Course May 15: What Do My Health Numbers Mean?</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_offers_life_course_may_15_what_do_my_health_numbers_mean.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_offers_life_course_may_15_what_do_my_health_numbers_mean.aspx</guid><description>McDonough District Hospital Outreach Services will offer a Life Course on Wednesday, May 15 from 2:00-3:00 PM in Health Services Building 1 Auditorium (lower level) at MDH. </description><pubDate>Wed, 08 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>MDH Offers CPR Class May 14</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_offers_cpr_class_may_14.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_offers_cpr_class_may_14.aspx</guid><description>McDonough District Hospital will offer a Community CPR class on Tuesday, May 14 from 6:00-10:00PM in Auditoriums A &amp; B (lower level) at MDH. </description><pubDate>Tue, 07 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>MDH &amp; SRC Announce 2013 Award Winners</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_src_announce_2013_award_winners.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_src_announce_2013_award_winners.aspx</guid><description>McDonough District Hospital and Spoon River College honored the 2013 recipients of the Student Nurse of the Year award and MDH Nurse of the Year award. </description><pubDate>Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>MDH Offers First Aid Class May 7</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_offers_first_aid_class_may_7.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_offers_first_aid_class_may_7.aspx</guid><description>McDonough District Hospital will offer a Community First Aid Class on Tuesday, May 7, at 6:00PM in Auditorium A, located on the lower level of MDH.</description><pubDate>Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>HSB II Closed Thursday, April 18 Due to Weather</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/hsb_ii_closed_thursday_april_18_due_to_weather.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/hsb_ii_closed_thursday_april_18_due_to_weather.aspx</guid><description>Health Services Building II on the MDH Campus is closed today (April 18) due to weather. Which includes the offices of: Dr. Jalil, Dr. Reem, Dr. Flores, Dr. Karkare, Dr. Wright, Dr. Card, Dr. Whitley, and Dr. Ruiz.</description><pubDate>Thu, 18 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>MDH Childbirth Class Series to Begin April 25</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_childbirth_class_series_to_begin_april_25.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_childbirth_class_series_to_begin_april_25.aspx</guid><description>MDH will offer free Childbirth and Infant Care classes beginning with a 4-Week L.A.T.E. Childbirth Instruction class to be held on Thursday evenings, April 25; May 2, 9 &amp; 16.</description><pubDate>Wed, 17 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>MDH Surgical Services Donates Surgical Bed To John Wood Community College</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_surgical_services_donates_surgical_bed_to_john_wood_community_college.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_surgical_services_donates_surgical_bed_to_john_wood_community_college.aspx</guid><description>McDonough District Hospital (MDH) Surgical Services recently donated a surgical bed for use in the John Wood Community College (JWCC) Surgical Technology Program. </description><pubDate>Mon, 15 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>MDH Offers CPR Class April 9</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_offers_cpr_class_april_9.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_offers_cpr_class_april_9.aspx</guid><description>Macomb -- McDonough District Hospital will offer a Community CPR class on Tuesday, April 9 from 6:00-10:00PM in Auditoriums A &amp; B (lower level) at MDH. </description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>MDH Offers Free Colorectal Cancer Detection Kits</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_offers_free_colorectal_cancer_detection_kits.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_offers_free_colorectal_cancer_detection_kits.aspx</guid><description>MDH is offering a different type of Fecal Occult Blood Test (FOBT) Kits used for detecting colorectal cancer. The free Hemoccult-ICT kits are more sensitive to detecting colorectal cancer. </description><pubDate>Mon, 01 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>MDH Offers First Aid Class April 2</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_offers_first_aid_class_april_2.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_offers_first_aid_class_april_2.aspx</guid><description>MDH will offer a Community First Aid Class on Tuesday, April 2, at 6:00PM in Auditorium A, located on the lower level of MDH.</description><pubDate>Fri, 29 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>MDH Encourages Visitors to Acknowledge Quiet Hours</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_encourages_visitors_to_acknowledge_quiet_hours.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_encourages_visitors_to_acknowledge_quiet_hours.aspx</guid><description>McDonough District Hospital is encouraging visitors to acknowledge quiet hours while checking on friends and family who are patients.</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>MDH Appoints New Obstetrics Services Leader</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_appoints_new_obstetrics_services_leader.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_appoints_new_obstetrics_services_leader.aspx</guid><description>Crystal Dobbs, RN, was named the Obstetrics (OB) Services Leader at MDH effective March 18, 2013, according to Vice President for Nursing Operations Wanda Foster. </description><pubDate>Wed, 27 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>MDH Childbirth Classes to Begin March 28</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_childbirth_classes_to_begin_march_28.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_childbirth_classes_to_begin_march_28.aspx</guid><description>McDonough District Hospital will offer free Childbirth and Infant Care classes beginning with a Cesarean Section Class on Thursday, March 28 from 7:00-9:00 PM in Auditorium B in the lower level of MDH. </description><pubDate>Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>West Prairie Students Learn Life-Saving Skills</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/west_prairie_students_learn_life-saving_skills.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/west_prairie_students_learn_life-saving_skills.aspx</guid><description>Students in the health classes at West Prairie High School earn life-saving skills which may provide a valuable service to family, friends or someone they just met.</description><pubDate>Mon, 18 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>MDH Offers CPR Class March 19</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_offers_cpr_class_march_19.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_offers_cpr_class_march_19.aspx</guid><description>McDonough District Hospital will offer a Community CPR class on Tuesday, March 19 from 6:00-10:00PM in Auditoriums A &amp; B (lower level) at MDH. </description><pubDate>Tue, 12 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Zero Infections Recognized During National Patient Safety Week 2013 </title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/zero_infections_recognized_during_national_patient_safety_week_2013.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/zero_infections_recognized_during_national_patient_safety_week_2013.aspx</guid><description>During National Patient Safety Week (March 3-9)MDH is calling attention to successfully targeting zero infections in several healthcare-associated procedures.</description><pubDate>Tue, 05 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Fractal Art by Deb Lutz Featured in MDH Front Lobby Exhibit</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/fractal_art_by_deb_lutz_featured_in_mdh_front_lobby_exhibit.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/fractal_art_by_deb_lutz_featured_in_mdh_front_lobby_exhibit.aspx</guid><description>The McDonough District Hospital front lobby art, provided by Western Illinois University Art students and graduates, now features works by Deb Lutz. </description><pubDate>Wed, 27 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Behavioral Health &amp; Adult Day Health Closed Due to Weather</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/behavioral_health_adult_day_health_closed_due_to_weather.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/behavioral_health_adult_day_health_closed_due_to_weather.aspx</guid><description>Behavioral Health Services and Day Health Services at McDonough District Hospital are closed Tuesday, February 26.</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>MDH Childbirth Class Series to Begin February 28</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_childbirth_class_series_to_begin_february_28.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_childbirth_class_series_to_begin_february_28.aspx</guid><description>McDonough District Hospital will offer free Childbirth and Infant Care classes beginning with a 4-Week L.A.T.E. Childbirth Instruction class to be held on Thursday evenings, February 28; March 7, 14 &amp; 21.</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>MDH Breast Cancer Support Group March 4; Eating Your Way Back To Health</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_breast_cancer_support_group_march_4_eating_your_way_back_to_health.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_breast_cancer_support_group_march_4_eating_your_way_back_to_health.aspx</guid><description>Macomb— McDonough District Hospital Outreach Services’ monthly Breast Cancer Support Group meeting will discuss “Eating Your Way Back To Health” on Monday, March 4 at 5:30 PM in Auditorium B, lower level of MDH.</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Colorectal Cancer is Preventable, Treatable &amp; Beatable</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/colorectal_cancer_is_preventable_treatable_beatable.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/colorectal_cancer_is_preventable_treatable_beatable.aspx</guid><description>MDH will host a free educational program “Colorectal Cancer is Preventable, Treatable and Beatable,” at 6:00 PM Tuesday, March 5 at the Spoon River College Outreach Center.</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>MDH Convenient Care Closed February 21, due to weather</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_convenient_care_closed_february_21_due_to_weather.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_convenient_care_closed_february_21_due_to_weather.aspx</guid><description>Due to weather, MDH Convenient Care Clinic located at 1600 East Jackson Street, Macomb, will close at 2:30 p.m., Thursday, February 21. </description><pubDate>Thu, 21 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>AHA Rural Leaders Conference Features MDH CEO/President </title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/aha_rural_leaders_conference_features_mdh_ceopresident.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/aha_rural_leaders_conference_features_mdh_ceopresident.aspx</guid><description>Kenny Boyd, President/CEO, McDonough District Hospital, was one of three presenters on the topic “Transforming Health Care in Rural Communities” at American Hospital Association Rural Leaders Conference in Phoenix, AZ.</description><pubDate>Tue, 19 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>MDH Auxiliary Accepting Applications for Health Career Loans and Scholarships </title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_auxiliary_accepting_applications_for_health_career_loans_and_scholarships.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_auxiliary_accepting_applications_for_health_career_loans_and_scholarships.aspx</guid><description>The Auxiliary to McDonough District Hospital is now accepting applications for health career loans and scholarships for the 2013-2014 school year. </description><pubDate>Fri, 15 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Bushnell Practice of Dr. John Arnold Joins MDH </title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/bushnell_practice_of_dr_john_arnold_joins_mdh.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/bushnell_practice_of_dr_john_arnold_joins_mdh.aspx</guid><description>Dr. John Arnold, MD and his support staff joined the McDonough Medical Group at McDonough District Hospital. Arnold and his staff will continue to provide services at their 155 W. Hail Street location.</description><pubDate>Mon, 11 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>MDH Offers CPR Class February 12</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_offers_cpr_class_february_12.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_offers_cpr_class_february_12.aspx</guid><description>McDonough District Hospital will offer a Community CPR class on Tuesday, February 12 from 6:00-10:00PM in Auditoriums A &amp; B (lower level) at MDH. </description><pubDate>Wed, 06 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Hospice Volunteer Training Canceled</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/hospice_volunteer_training_canceled.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/hospice_volunteer_training_canceled.aspx</guid><description>The McDonough District Hospital Hospice volunteer orientation has been canceled and will be rescheduled for for a later date. </description><pubDate>Thu, 31 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>MDH Offers First Aid Class February 5</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_offers_first_aid_class_february_5.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_offers_first_aid_class_february_5.aspx</guid><description>McDonough District Hospital will offer a Community First Aid Class on Tuesday, February 5, at 6:00PM in Auditorium A, located on the lower level of MDH.</description><pubDate>Tue, 29 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>New Disinfection System To Enhance Patient Safety </title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/new_disinfection_system_to_enhance_patient_safety.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/new_disinfection_system_to_enhance_patient_safety.aspx</guid><description>McDonough District Hospital has added the Xenex Healthcare Services’ room disinfection system in patient rooms and service areas.</description><pubDate>Tue, 29 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Visit MDH at The Ag Mech Show!</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/visit_mdh_at_the_ag_mech_show.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/visit_mdh_at_the_ag_mech_show.aspx</guid><description>McDonough District Hospital will be at the 43rd annual Agriculture Mechanization Show February 9-10. </description><pubDate>Tue, 29 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>MDH Childbirth Classes To Begin January 31</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_childbirth_classes_to_begin_january_31.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_childbirth_classes_to_begin_january_31.aspx</guid><description>McDonough District Hospital will offer free Childbirth and Infant Care classes beginning with a Cesarean Section Class on Thursday, January 31 from 7:00-9:00 PM in Auditorium B in the lower level of MDH. </description><pubDate>Thu, 24 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Medical Explorers Set to Learn Veterinary Medicine</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/medical_explorers_set_to_learn_veterinary_medicine.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/medical_explorers_set_to_learn_veterinary_medicine.aspx</guid><description>McDonough District Hospital will hold its next Medical Explorers program Wednesday, January 23. Students are invited to meet at 7:00PM, at All Pets Veterinary Clinic, 722 W Jackson St, Macomb.</description><pubDate>Tue, 22 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>MDH Offers CPR Class January 23</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_offers_cpr_class_january_23.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_offers_cpr_class_january_23.aspx</guid><description>McDonough District Hospital will offer a Community CPR class on Wednesday, January 23, from 6:00-10:00PM in Auditoriums A &amp; B (lower level) at MDH. </description><pubDate>Wed, 16 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Flu Update at MDH</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/flu_update_at_mdh.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/flu_update_at_mdh.aspx</guid><description>McDonough District Hospital has experienced an increase in patient volumes during the current flu season at a rate earlier and stronger than previous seasons.</description><pubDate>Tue, 15 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Tim Waldrop Art Featured in MDH Front Lobby</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/tim_waldrop_art_featured_in_mdh_front_lobby.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/tim_waldrop_art_featured_in_mdh_front_lobby.aspx</guid><description>The McDonough District Hospital front lobby art, provided by Western Illinois University Art students and graduates, now features works by Tim Waldrop. </description><pubDate>Fri, 11 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Allan P. Reusch Recognized For Service To MDH Board</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/allan_p_reusch_recognized_for_service_to_mdh_board.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/allan_p_reusch_recognized_for_service_to_mdh_board.aspx</guid><description>Allan P. Reusch of Macomb was recently recognized for his six years of service on the McDonough District Hospital Board of Directors.</description><pubDate>Tue, 08 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>MDH Welcomes First Baby of 2013</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_welcomes_first_baby_of_2013.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_welcomes_first_baby_of_2013.aspx</guid><description>The McDonough District Hospital Obstetrics Department welcomed the first baby of the year Kalylah June Stewart on January 1, 2013 at 2:13 P.M.</description><pubDate>Thu, 03 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>MDH Welcome Reception for Dr. Tamara Leonas</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_welcome_reception_for_dr_tamara_leonas.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_welcome_reception_for_dr_tamara_leonas.aspx</guid><description>McDonough District Hospital invites the community to a welcome reception for Tamara Leonas, D.O., Tuesday, January 8 from 2:00-4:00 pm in the MDH Auditoriums, Lower Level. </description><pubDate>Thu, 20 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>MDH Childbirth Class Series To Begin January 3</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_childbirth_class_series_to_begin_january_3.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_childbirth_class_series_to_begin_january_3.aspx</guid><description>McDonough District Hospital will offer free Childbirth and Infant Care classes beginning with a 4-Week L.A.T.E. Childbirth Instruction class to be held on Thursday evenings, January 3, 10, 17 and 24.</description><pubDate>Thu, 20 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Service Excellence at MDH</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/service_excellence_at_mdh.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/service_excellence_at_mdh.aspx</guid><description>As part of the McDonough District Hospital partnership with Custom Learning Systems (CLS) MDH was asked to nominate employees in various categories for consideration by CLS for a Summit Award to recognize patient/customer service.</description><pubDate>Fri, 14 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Michaell Zimmerman Completes Certification</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/michaell_zimmerman_completes_certification.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/michaell_zimmerman_completes_certification.aspx</guid><description>Michaell Zimmerman, of the McDonough District Hospital Home Health Care team, has successfully completed the Certificate for OASIS (Outcome and Assessment Information Set) Specialist-Clinical exam and may now use the COS-C designation.</description><pubDate>Thu, 13 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>New MDH Ambulance in Service</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/new_mdh_ambulance_in_service.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/new_mdh_ambulance_in_service.aspx</guid><description>McDonough District Hospital has a new ambulance in service as of December 12.</description><pubDate>Thu, 13 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>New Artist Featured in Front Lobby Exhibit</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/new_artist_featured_in_front_lobby_exhibit.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/new_artist_featured_in_front_lobby_exhibit.aspx</guid><description>The McDonough District Hospital front lobby art, provided by Western Illinois University Art students and graduates, now features works by Carolyn Baily. </description><pubDate>Fri, 07 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>MDH 2012 Flu Clinics Vaccinate 804 </title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_2012_flu_clinics_vaccinate_804.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_2012_flu_clinics_vaccinate_804.aspx</guid><description>McDonough District Hospital Home Health Care staff vaccinated 804 area residents as the best way to protect against the flu.</description><pubDate>Thu, 15 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>MDH Offers CPR Class November 13</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_offers_cpr_class_november_13.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_offers_cpr_class_november_13.aspx</guid><description>McDonough District Hospital will offer a Community CPR class on Tuesday, November 13, from 6:00-10:00PM in Auditoriums A &amp; B (lower level) at MDH. </description><pubDate>Tue, 06 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Community First Aid Class Offered November 7</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/community_first_aid_class_offered_november_7.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/community_first_aid_class_offered_november_7.aspx</guid><description>MDH will offer a Community First Aid Class on Wednesday, November 7, at 6:00PM in Auditorium A, located on the lower level of MDH.</description><pubDate>Wed, 31 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>McDonough District Hospital Does Not Utilize NECC medication linked to meningitis.</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mcdonough_district_hospital_does_not_utilize_necc_medication_linked_to_meningitis.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mcdonough_district_hospital_does_not_utilize_necc_medication_linked_to_meningitis.aspx</guid><description>McDonough District Hospital is informing the public that MDH does not utilize any medications from NECC</description><pubDate>Tue, 23 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>MDH Childbirth Class Series to Begin October 18</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_childbirth_class_series_to_begin_october_18.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_childbirth_class_series_to_begin_october_18.aspx</guid><description>McDonough District Hospital will offer free Childbirth and Infant Care classes beginning with a 4-Week L.A.T.E. Childbirth Instruction class to be held on Thursday evenings, October 18, 25; November 8 &amp; 15.</description><pubDate>Wed, 10 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>More Than 170 Participate in Tevar Event To Support Cancer Programs</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/more_than_170_participate_in_tevar_event_to_support_cancer_programs.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/more_than_170_participate_in_tevar_event_to_support_cancer_programs.aspx</guid><description>More than 170 individuals participated in the October 6, 2012 McDonough District Hospital Dr. Dinesh Tevar 5K run, 1-mile run/walk, raising approximately $6,000 to benefit cancer education &amp; screening and Linda’s Fund. </description><pubDate>Tue, 09 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>MDH Athletic Trainer Supports Student Athletes  </title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_athletic_trainer_supports_student_athletes.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_athletic_trainer_supports_student_athletes.aspx</guid><description>McDonough District Hospital Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) Marc Kessler was named the Head Athletic Trainer at Macomb Sr./Jr. High school starting this August. </description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Community First Aid Class Offered October 3</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/community_first_aid_class_offered_october_3.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/community_first_aid_class_offered_october_3.aspx</guid><description>McDonough District Hospital will offer a Community First Aid Class on Wednesday, October 3, at 6:00PM in Auditorium A, located on the lower level of McDonough District Hospital.</description><pubDate>Tue, 25 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>MDH Breast Cancer Support Group October 1</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_breast_cancer_support_group_october_1.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_breast_cancer_support_group_october_1.aspx</guid><description>McDonough District Hospital Outreach Services’ monthly Breast Cancer Support Group meeting will be held on Monday, October 1, at 5:30 PM in Auditorium B, lower level of MDH. </description><pubDate>Tue, 25 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Tevar Run/Walk Set For Saturday, October 6</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/tevar_runwalk_set_for_saturday_october_6.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/tevar_runwalk_set_for_saturday_october_6.aspx</guid><description>McDonough District Hospital will hold its annual Tevar Run/Walk in memory of Dr. Dinesh P. Tevar on Saturday, October 6. </description><pubDate>Wed, 19 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>MDH Childbirth Classes To Begin September 20</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_childbirth_classes_to_begin_september_20.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_childbirth_classes_to_begin_september_20.aspx</guid><description>McDonough District Hospital will offer free Childbirth and Infant Care classes beginning with a Cesarean Section Class on Thursday, September 20, from 7:00-9:00PM, in Auditorium B.</description><pubDate>Thu, 13 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>MDH Announces Flu Shot Clinic Dates</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_announces_flu_shot_clinic_dates.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_announces_flu_shot_clinic_dates.aspx</guid><description>McDonough District Hospital Home Health Care is sponsoring several community flu shot clinics at various locations.</description><pubDate>Thu, 13 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>MDH Offers CPR Class September 11</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_offers_cpr_class_september_11.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_offers_cpr_class_september_11.aspx</guid><description>McDonough District Hospital will offer a Community CPR class on Tuesday, September 11, from 6:00-10:00PM in Auditoriums A &amp; B (lower level) at MDH. </description><pubDate>Tue, 04 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Medical Explorers Offers Early Exposure to Health Careers</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/medical_explorers_offers_early_exposure_to_health_careers.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/medical_explorers_offers_early_exposure_to_health_careers.aspx</guid><description>Medical Explorers is a free program offered to all area high school students interested in learning about various medical careers.</description><pubDate>Fri, 31 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>2012-2013 Health Career Scholarships Awarded to Local Residents</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/2012-2013_health_career_scholarships_awarded_to_local_residents.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/2012-2013_health_career_scholarships_awarded_to_local_residents.aspx</guid><description>Each year, the McDonough District Hospital Health Careers Committee awards scholarships to women and men who are pursuing a career or continuing their education in a health-related field.</description><pubDate>Thu, 23 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>MDH Employees Honored at Ceremony</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_employees_honored_at_ceremony.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_employees_honored_at_ceremony.aspx</guid><description>McDonough District Hospital honored 80 employees at an awards ceremony on August 17. </description><pubDate>Mon, 20 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>MDH Recognizes Radiology School Graduates</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_recognizes_radiology_school_graduates.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_recognizes_radiology_school_graduates.aspx</guid><description>McDonough District Hospital recognized four 2012 Radiology School students Wednesday afternoon, August 15, at a commencement ceremony.</description><pubDate>Fri, 17 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>MDH Childbirth Class Series To Begin August 23</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_childbirth_class_series_to_begin_august_23.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_childbirth_class_series_to_begin_august_23.aspx</guid><description>McDonough District Hospital will offer free Childbirth and Infant Care classes beginning with a 4-Week L.A.T.E. Childbirth Instruction class to be held on consecutive Thursday evenings, August 23, through September 13.</description><pubDate>Thu, 16 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>MDH Offers CPR Class August 21</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_offers_cpr_class_august_21.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_offers_cpr_class_august_21.aspx</guid><description>McDonough District Hospital will offer a Community CPR class on Tuesday, August 21, from 6:00-10:00PM in Auditoriums A &amp; B (lower level) at MDH. </description><pubDate>Mon, 13 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Dr. Scott Wright Rejoins MDH; Open House July 25</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/dr_scott_wright_rejoins_mdh_open_house_july_25.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/dr_scott_wright_rejoins_mdh_open_house_july_25.aspx</guid><description>Scott Wright, MD, returned to practice as a psychiatrist on the medical staff at McDonough District Hospital on July 16, according to an announcement by MDH President/CEO Kenny Boyd.</description><pubDate>Thu, 19 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title> MDH OFFERS CHILDBIRTH CLASSES </title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_offers_childbirth_classes.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_offers_childbirth_classes.aspx</guid><description>McDonough District Hospital will hold an 8-hour Saturday L.A.T.E. Class from 8:00AM to 4:30PM on July 28, in Auditorium A &amp; B of MDH. </description><pubDate>Tue, 17 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Public Notice – Liberty Balbort, MD, MPH Pediatrician</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/public_notice_liberty_balbort_md_mph_pediatrician.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/public_notice_liberty_balbort_md_mph_pediatrician.aspx</guid><description>As of July 16, 2012, Liberty Balbort, MD, MPH Pediatrician will be joining McDonough District Hospital – McDonough Medical Group as a hospital employed Pediatrician</description><pubDate>Mon, 02 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>AARP DRIVER SAFETY COURSE JULY 17</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/aarp_driver_safety_course_july_17.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/aarp_driver_safety_course_july_17.aspx</guid><description>McDonough District Hospital will host an AARP Driver Safety Course on Tuesday, July 17, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.</description><pubDate>Fri, 29 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>MDH Appoints New Emergency Services Leader</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_appoints_new_emergency_services_leader.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_appoints_new_emergency_services_leader.aspx</guid><description>Frank Lung III was named the Emergency Services Leader at McDonough District Hospital effective May 11, 2012.</description><pubDate>Fri, 15 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Laverdiere Construction To Start Health Services Building 2 Expansion </title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/laverdiere_construction_to_start_health_services_building_2_expansion.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/laverdiere_construction_to_start_health_services_building_2_expansion.aspx</guid><description>The McDonough District Hospital Board entered into an agreement with Laverdiere Construction of Macomb to expand Health Services Building 2 at a cost of $3,724,955. 

</description><pubDate>Thu, 14 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>MDH Invites Area Youth to Join Summer Volunteens</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_invites_area_youth_to_join_summer_volunteens.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_invites_area_youth_to_join_summer_volunteens.aspx</guid><description>McDonough District Hospital invites area youth 13 years and older to join the MDH Volunteen Program.</description><pubDate>Tue, 08 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Area Spiritual Leaders Attend Recognition Luncheon at MDH</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/area_spiritual_leaders_attend_recognition_luncheon_at_mdh.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/area_spiritual_leaders_attend_recognition_luncheon_at_mdh.aspx</guid><description>McDonough District Hospital hosted an appreciation luncheon, catered by MDH Food Services, for area spiritual leaders on May 2.</description><pubDate>Mon, 07 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>MDH Appoints New Physician Practice Leader</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_appoints_new_physician_practice_leader.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_appoints_new_physician_practice_leader.aspx</guid><description>McDonough District Hospital is pleased to announce that Chris Dace has been named the Physician Practice Leader at McDonough District Hospital effective April 30, 2012</description><pubDate>Mon, 07 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>MDH &amp; SRC Announce Award Winners</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_src_announce_award_winners.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_src_announce_award_winners.aspx</guid><description>McDonough District Hospital (MDH) and Spoon River College (SRC) are pleased to announce Natasha Abernathy of Macomb is the recipient of the Student Nurse of the Year award and Patty Gutting of Bardolph has received the Nurse of the Year award.</description><pubDate>Fri, 04 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>MDH &amp; WIU Announce Award Winners</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_wiu_announce_award_winners.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_wiu_announce_award_winners.aspx</guid><description>McDonough District Hospital (MDH) and Western Illinois University (WIU) are pleased to announce Kim Rhoads of Macomb is the recipient of the Student Nurse of the Year award and Keith Engel of Macomb has received the Nurse of the Year award.</description><pubDate>Thu, 03 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>MDH CEO Kenny Boyd Joins Advocacy Day In Springfield To Protect Illinois Health Care</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_ceo_kenny_boyd_joins_advocacy_day_in_springfield_to_protect_illinois_health_care.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_ceo_kenny_boyd_joins_advocacy_day_in_springfield_to_protect_illinois_health_care.aspx</guid><description /><pubDate>Mon, 30 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>MDH Home Health Implements New Tele-Health Home Monitor Technology</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_home_health_implements_new_tele-health_home_monitor_technology.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_home_health_implements_new_tele-health_home_monitor_technology.aspx</guid><description /><pubDate>Tue, 17 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>New Artists Featured in MDH Front Lobby Exhibit</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/new_artists_featured_in_mdh_front_lobby_exhibit.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/new_artists_featured_in_mdh_front_lobby_exhibit.aspx</guid><description /><pubDate>Wed, 11 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>MDH Open House April 17 for New Multi-Row CT Scanner</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_open_house_april_17_for_new_multi-row_ct_scanner.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_open_house_april_17_for_new_multi-row_ct_scanner.aspx</guid><description /><pubDate>Thu, 05 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Replacement of Exterior Wall for Surgery Wing To Start April 3</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/replacement_of_exterior_wall_for_surgery_wing_to_start_april_3.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/replacement_of_exterior_wall_for_surgery_wing_to_start_april_3.aspx</guid><description /><pubDate>Thu, 29 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Dr. Sujata Karkare To Join MDH Medical Staff</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/dr_sujata_karkare_to_join_mdh_medical_staff.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/dr_sujata_karkare_to_join_mdh_medical_staff.aspx</guid><description /><pubDate>Wed, 14 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>MDH Plans Expansion of Health Services Building II</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_plans_expansion_of_health_services_building_ii.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/mdh_plans_expansion_of_health_services_building_ii.aspx</guid><description /><pubDate>Wed, 14 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>State Representative Norine Hammond Visits MDH</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/state_representative_norine_hammond_visits_mdh.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/state_representative_norine_hammond_visits_mdh.aspx</guid><description /><pubDate>Wed, 14 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Kappa Pi WIU Student Art on Display in MDH Lobby</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/kappa_pi_wiu_student_art_on_display_in_mdh_lobby.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/kappa_pi_wiu_student_art_on_display_in_mdh_lobby.aspx</guid><description /><pubDate>Tue, 06 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Dr. Erica Rotondo Medical Practice To Close April 6</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/dr_erica_rotondo_medical_practice_to_close_april_6.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/dr_erica_rotondo_medical_practice_to_close_april_6.aspx</guid><description /><pubDate>Fri, 24 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Statement by Kenny Boyd President/CEO of MDH Regarding Gov. Pat Quinn's Illinois Budget Address</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/statement_by_kenny_boyd_presidentceo_of_mdh_regarding_gov_pat_quinns_illinois_budget_address.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/statement_by_kenny_boyd_presidentceo_of_mdh_regarding_gov_pat_quinns_illinois_budget_address.aspx</guid><description /><pubDate>Wed, 22 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>New Artists Featured in MDH Front Lobby Exhibit</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/new_artists_featured_in_mdh_front_lobby_exhibit.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/new_artists_featured_in_mdh_front_lobby_exhibit.aspx</guid><description /><pubDate>Wed, 15 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Open Western Illinois Sports Medicine &amp; Orthopedic Center on MDH Campus</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/open_western_illinois_sports_medicine_orthopedic_center_on_mdh_campus.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/open_western_illinois_sports_medicine_orthopedic_center_on_mdh_campus.aspx</guid><description /><pubDate>Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Baby TALK Recognizes 5000th Baby at MDH</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/baby_talk_recognizes_5000th_baby_at_mdh.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/baby_talk_recognizes_5000th_baby_at_mdh.aspx</guid><description /><pubDate>Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>United Way Recognizes MDH Contributions</title><link>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/united_way_recognizes_mdh_contributions.aspx</link><guid>http://www.mdh.org/Articles/united_way_recognizes_mdh_contributions.aspx</guid><description /><pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item></channel></rss>