Jake Kowalczyk

Emergency Warning Signs of Flu Complications

People People experiencing these warning signs should obtain medical care right away. People experiencing these warning signs should obtain medical care right away. In Children Fast breathing or trouble breathing Bluish lips or face Ribs pulling in with each breath Chest pain Severe muscle pain (child refuses to walk) Dehydration (no urine for 8 hours, dry mouth, no tears when crying) Not alert or interacting when awake Seizures Fever above 104°F In children younger than 12 weeks, any fever Fever or cough that improve but then return or worsen Worsening of chronic medical conditions In Adults Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath Persistent pain or pressure in the chest or abdomen Persistent dizziness, confusion, inability to arouse Seizures Not urinating Severe muscle pain Severe weakness or unsteadiness Fever or cough that improve but then return or worsen Worsening of chronic medical conditions These lists are not all inclusive. Please consult

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A Message to the Community

St. Margaret’s Health is exploring a new and promising opportunity, designed specifically to keep rural hospitals such as St. Margaret’s in operation and maintain their important role in the community. Economic concerns have been building for years in the healthcare industry. In the aftermath of the Pandemic, these trends have only accelerated. This turn of events has posed significant financial hardships for healthcare organizations, threatening the continued closure of rural hospitals across America. Unfortunately, St. Margaret’s has not been immune to this shift. As such, significant changes are necessary. St. Margaret’s is pursuing conversion of one of its hospitals to a new type of hospital, called a Rural Emergency Hospital (REH). The REH designation was recently established by the federal government, to address the growing concern over closures of rural hospitals nationally. Either SMH-Spring Valley or SMH-Peru could potentially qualify for the REH designation. No determination has been made regarding

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St. Margaret’s Health Holiday Raffle 2022

Take a chance on bringing a little bit of extra joy into your holidays and celebrate a big winner! 3 PRIZES TO WIN! Tickets are $10.00 each. One ticket enters you into ALL 3 drawings! Thanksgiving $250 Hy-Vee Gift Card Drawing held Wednesday, November 23rd, 2022 Christmas $500 Sapp Bros. Gas Card Drawing held Wednesday, December 21st, 2022 New Years $1,000 Grand Prize Drawing held Wednesday, December 28th, 2022 Purchase Tickets Online Tickets are also available from volunteers, or you can contact Holly Rossmann at (815) 664-7260 to purchase your tickets. Thank you and good luck! Once again, thank you for your continued generosity!

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Girl babysitter looking at a book with two younger children

Register Today for Our Upcoming Babysitting Class!

Learn how to be a better babysitter and earn a Certificate in Babysitting. Our classes include instruction on general safety, basic CPR and first aid. Class fee is $35.00. This class is offered to those who are ages 11-14 years old. Classes are held in both our Peru and Spring Valley locations, depending on room availability. Lunch is provided. Registration is limited to the first 16 students.   Upcoming Babysitting Classes: Thursday, June 30, 2022   For more information or to register, call (815) 780-4618.

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Extreme Heat

St. Margaret’s Health – Peru has instituted an emergency shelter program to provide an environment for those people who are unable to tolerate extreme weather conditions such as power outages in extreme heat or no air conditioning. Those people who qualify must be capable of independent living and be able to care for themselves.     Those affected may visit the St. Margaret’s Health – Peru cafeteria, located at 925 West St. in Peru, between 8am – 8pm.   Masks are required. There are some common sense guidelines to assist you during extreme temperatures: Spend some time in air conditioning, if possible. Even just two hours a day in air conditioning can significantly reduce the risk of heat-related illness. Drink plenty of water and natural juices, even if you don’t feel thirsty. Slow down. Avoid strenuous activity. Wear loose-fitting, lightweight, light-colored clothing. Avoid going out in the blazing heat, if you

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Midtown Health Center Walk-In Clinic Closed Saturday 2/19/22

Due to unavoidable circumstances, our Midtown Health Center walk-in clinic in Peru will be closed Saturday, February 19th. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. The walk-in clinic will resume normal operating hours on Sunday, February 20th from 9AM – 1PM. Thank your for your understanding. 

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SMH Peru And Spring Valley Will Be Closing All Current Operations As Of Friday, June 16, 2023 At 11:59 P.M.

This includes the Hospital, Clinics and other facilities at both locations.

All portals will be inaccessible after this time.

Patients needing emergency care should call 911.

To obtain a copy of your Medical Records please visit our Medical Records Request webpage and download and submit a request in writing.

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