Bronson Battle Creek Hospital

11/29/2025

“I feel like…” isn’t a true feeling…it’s actually considered a thought! Discover how naming true emotions like “sad,” “hopeful” or “anxious” can calm the brain and deepen connection with ourselves and others.

LeCretisha McDole, PhD, explains why using feeling words matters for your mental health and your relationships: https://bronsonhealth.us/impact-of-feeling-words

Image Description: A young man wearing a yellow t-shirt stands peacefully meditating indoors with his eyes closed. At the bottom of the photo reads the article title, 'The Impact of Using Feeling Words' by LaCretisha McDole, PhD.

11/27/2025

From all of us at Bronson, happy Thanksgiving! Not only today, but every day, we are grateful for our incredible teams who provide compassionate, high-quality care and help advance the health of our community. Thank you for everything you do for our patients and one another.

To our patients and families: Thank you for the trust you place in us. We are honored to care for you.

If you do find yourself needing care today, we're here for you. Bronson QuickCare Plus in Battle Creek is open until 3 p.m. If you are experiencing at life-threatening condition, call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room immediately.

Image Description: Collage of photos showcasing Bronson Battle Creek employees and providers smiling, captioned with 'We're grateful for our exceptional teams at Bronson, and for the patients and families who trust us with their care.'

11/26/2025

At the Bronson Cancer Center, patients have access to groundbreaking clinical trials through the Cancer Research Consortium of West Michigan. This means our patients don't have to travel far to benefit from cutting-edge research and innovative therapies not yet widely available.

If you or a loved one is diagnosed with cancer, choose Bronson for exceptional care. Here, you can feel confident knowing you’ll receive the expertise, technology, resources and positivity needed every step of the way. Learn more: https://bronsonhealth.us/lung-cancer

Image Description: A colorful infographic showing three lung cancer facts. 1. " #1 leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the U.S." 2. "Roughly every 2 minutes, someone in the U.S. is diagnosed." 3. "Survival rate increased 3% in the past five years." The source noted at the bottom is the American Lung Association.

11/25/2025

“I enjoy the opportunity to provide care that can help ease suffering and help patients heal.”

Jaime Rogers, NP, chose to become an acute care nurse practitioner because it combined her interest in healthcare with a focus on the patient experience. She sees patients at Bronson Cardiothoracic Surgery Specialists in Kalamazoo and Battle Creek. Learn more about Jaime and how she supports her patients at https://bronsonhealth.us/rogers-video.

11/24/2025

Our African American Employee Resource Group had a great time representing Bronson at the Battle Creek Christmas Parade this weekend! Thank you to everyone who helped spread joy and bring Bronson Positivity to the community.

11/24/2025

Need infusion therapy? Bronson offers expert care for conditions like cancer, chronic illness, infections and more. Our team is here to help you feel your best. To learn more, call (269) 341-8550 or visit https://bronsonhealth.us/infusion-services.

Image: A close-up image of a patient's hand with an IV line. Text at the bottom of the image reads, "For expert care, choose Bronson Infusion Center," and the Bronson logo.

11/22/2025

“I care deeply about my patients and believe in practicing medicine through a patient-focused lens. I also believe that truly listening and shared decision-making are key aspects to patient care.”

If you or a loved one is living with diabetes, Dr. Hajerah Sonnabend at Bronson Diabetes and Endocrinology Center can help. Learn more about her approach to care: https://bronsonhealth.us/hajerah-sonnabend-do

11/19/2025

We’ll be with our friends from Sprout BC tomorrow afternoon for our bi-weekly Nutrition & Wellness Popup!

Stop by between 4–6 p.m. to grab free fresh produce, get your blood pressure and blood sugar checked, and chat with our health educator about small steps toward healthier living.

Come early, as produce is available while supplies last.

We can’t wait to see you there!

11/18/2025

11/18/2025

For families who have experienced the loss of a baby, the holiday season can be both beautiful and difficult. If you or a loved one has experienced pregnancy or infant loss, we invite you to attend our annual Holiday Memorial Service. On Friday, December 5, we’ll come together as a community to remember, honor and find comfort together.

All are welcome. Learn more at bronsonhealth.us/share-memorial.

11/17/2025

We’re proud to be featured in the Michigan Health & Hospital Association’s 2025 Community Impact Report for our partnership with Sprout BC!

Since July 2024, we’ve hosted bi-weekly Nutrition & Wellness Pop-Up events where community members can pick up fresh produce, get their blood pressure and blood sugar checked, and receive wellness information from our health educators — all at no cost. This work is improving food access and helping make it easier for those living in our community to live well.

See the full story on page 8 of the report:https://www.mha.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/2025-Community-Impact-Report_web.pdf

📈 REPORT: Today we released our 2025 Report highlighting community programming and investments from Michigan hospitals that are improving access to care, addressing affordability and advancing the health of communities across every region of the state. Don't miss it ➡️ https://bit.ly/43VXphB

11/17/2025

Aging well means feeling supported, energetic and engaged. Join us on Thursday morning to learn tips and tricks for overcoming challenges and enjoying life to the fullest.

Thursday, November 20 at 9-10 a.m.
Register now: https://bronsonhealth.us/4noWD4c