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Crossroads Specialty Clinic physician named Fellow of the American Society of Nephrology

Dr. Anawin Sanguankeo, a nephrologist at the Crossroads Specialty Clinic in Mt Vernon, has been named a Fellow of the American Society of Nephrology. The American Society of Nephrology (ASN) celebrates and recognizes its members who have achieved a

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Men Choose March as Vasectomy Season

According to the Cleveland Clinic, approximately 500,000 men in the United States get vasectomies each year, and a large percentage of them get scheduled for March. The reason? Basketball. The NCAA’s college finest are ranked, bracketed, and give th

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Don’t Let COVID Harm Your Colorectal Health

COVID-19’s reach continues to affect just about every aspect of our lives – including colorectal health. During the early days of the pandemic, many health care providers had to cancel elective procedures and screenings. Since then, stringent protoc

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Looking to Eat Healthier in the New Year? Consider Mushrooms

By Makayla Heibel, MS, RD, LDN Mushrooms are low in calories and high in nutritional value, containing vital nutrients like vitamin D, potassium, and B vitamins. They contain ergosterol — a beneficial plant compound and vitamin D precursor — which co

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What's for Dinner? Parmesan Mushroom Soup

A delicious and easy recipe from Chef Peter Tseng. Parmesan Mushroom Soup Servings: 4 ________________________ Ingredients: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 tablespoons garlic, minced 2 tablespoons shallots, sliced 1/4 cup button mushrooms, sliced 1

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Need a COVID-19 Test? Come to the Main Entrance at Crossroads Community Hospital

If you feel you need a COVID-19 test, even if you are asymptomatic, you can come to the ER at Crossroads Community Hospital. Physician referral is not required. The front entrance is open 24-hours. The test is a standard viral test (not a rapid or a

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Diabetes and the flu can be a dangerous combination

November is Diabetes Awareness Month, and Crossroads Community Hospital wants people to stay on track with their care during the COVID-19 pandemic and start of the flu season. “We’ve seen how avoiding the doctor and emergency room has negatively imp

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Sepsis: An Unrecognized Risk

Sepsis affects 1.7 million people in the U.S. annually, but Americans still know less about this potentially life-threatening illness than they do about rare diseases, such as Ebola and malaria. Sepsis occurs when an overwhelming response to an infe

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Has Fear Kept You From Treatment?

Crossroads Community Hospital is focused on keeping you safe and healthy COVID-19 has affected nearly all parts of our lives from employment, healthcare, and even planning for school this fall. For some, COVID-19 has dramatically changed their lives

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Crossroads Community Hospital Continues Caring for Patients as Parent Company Begins Financial Restructuring

Local hospital operations are unaffected Quorum Health Corporation, which owns Crossroads Community Hospital and 22 other community hospitals across the country, today announced it has entered into a financial restructuring agreement that will protec

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What's for Dinner? One Pan Chicken Skillet

A delicious and easy recipe from Crossroads Chef Director, Brittney Horn, as recently demonstrated at a local community event. One Pan Chicken Skillet Servings: 4-6 Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 15 minutes ________________________ Ingredients: 1

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Testimonial: One Patient's Lifesaving Journey

Every Good Journey Starts with the Right Step. Hers was Seeking a Second Opinion. Theresa Williams, R.N., 72, lives in Centralia and is retired after 23 years at the State of Illinois Department of Health and Family Services in the Bureau of Long-te

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CROSSROADS COMMUNITY HOSPITAL PARTNERS WITH MT. VERNON TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL PROJECT LEAD THE WAY

Mount Vernon, IL – April 26 2018 – Crossroads Community Hospital is pleased to announce their partnership with Mt. Vernon Township High School’s Project Lead the Way (PLTW) and Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) programs for the school ye

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CROSSROADS COMMUNITY HOSPITAL SLEEP DISORDER CENTER ACHIEVES ACCREDITATION WITH ACHC

Mount Vernon, IL – February 2, 2018 – Crossroads Community Hospital proudly announces it has achieved accreditation through Accreditation Commission for Health Care (ACHC) for their Sleep Disorder Center. Accreditation is a proces

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Crossroads Hospital Nurses Provide Services and Medical Supplies to Guatemala

Mount Vernon, IL (October 5, 2017) — Two generous nurses at Crossroads CommunityHospital are preparing to embark on a mission trip to Guatemala the first week of October. The nurses will provide medical services to families in the area that do

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