HSHS St. Mary's Hospital Decatur

03/13/2026

This week, we had the privilege of celebrating our incredible Hospital Sisters during National Catholic Sisters Week.

These remarkable women are more than part of our history, they are the foundation of who we are. Their courage, faith and commitment to serving others helped build the path that allows our health ministry to care for the Decatur community today.

It was a special day of Mass, shared meals and conversation, giving our colleagues the opportunity to spend time with the Sisters and reflect on the mission that continues to guide our work.

We are deeply grateful for their legacy of compassion, resilience and service.

Thank you, Sisters, for the example you continue to set for all of us.

03/12/2026

Get to know HSHS Central Illinois Market President and CEO Brian Brennan!

Brian recently joined radio host Sam Madonia of WMAY’s AM Springfield program this week for a wide-ranging interview covering everything from how he got into health care to why he chose HSHS to the inspiring work he sees every day from our colleagues. Thanks to WMAY News for the opportunity!

Listen to the episode here: https://omny.fm/shows/am-springfield-interviews/hshs-central-illinois-market-ceo-brian-brennan

The HSHS Central Illinois Market includes HSHS St. John's Hospital, Springfield; HSHS St. Mary's Hospital Decatur; HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital Effingham; HSHS St. Francis Hospital, Litchfield; and HSHS Good Shepherd Hospital, Shelbyville.

03/11/2026

Know the signs – If you are experiencing these symptoms, trust your gut and get a colon screening. Learn more: https://www.hshs.org/services/colonoscopy?utm_campaign=il-all-cancer-care-colon&utm_medium=email&utm_source=digital-ad

03/10/2026

This week, we celebrate the inspiring women who’ve devoted their lives to care and service. During National Catholic Sisters Week, we honor their legacy and the compassionate mission that guides HSHS St. Mary's Hospital. Learn more about their impact below!

Honoring Catholic Sisters serving in health care – here and across the globe

03/10/2026

Improving healthcare in our community takes more than one organization. It takes collaboration.

Today, healthcare leaders from across the Decatur area came together to begin an important conversation about improving health and access to care in our region. By working together, sharing perspectives and learning from one another, we can better understand the challenges patients and families face.

This ongoing collaboration is an important step toward strengthening healthcare and creating better pathways to care for our community.

Decatur Regional Chamber of Commerce
Decatur Memorial Hospital
Crossing Healthcare
Heritage Behavioral Health Center

03/09/2026

During National Catholic Sisters Week (March 8-14), we give thanks and celebrate our founding sisters, the Hospital Sisters of St. Francis, for their life-long service to others and the work they have done over the years to build the ministry into what it is today.

03/07/2026

Maurice has completed the Cardiac Rehabilitation program at HSHS St. Mary's Hospital! After months of hard work, dedication and determination, Maurice is now ready to take the next step toward maintaining a heart healthy lifestyle.

Recovery doesn't stop after leaving the hospital. Cardiac Rehab helps heart patients rebuild strength, confidence and health through guided exercise, lifestyle, education and support. Your heart journey is about more than healing, it's about thriving. Call 217-464-2056 with questions about how you can strengthen your heart.

03/06/2026

Our colleagues are proud to Wear Blue in support of Colon Cancer Awareness Month! 💙 Early detection saves lives. Schedule your colon screening today.

03/05/2026

Don’t be a party pooper—get your colon screening! It’s quick, easy, and could save your life. Don’t put it off any longer. Learn more: https://www.hshs.org/services/colonoscopy?utm_campaign=il-all-cancer-care-colon&utm_medium=email&utm_source=digital-ad

03/03/2026

We're proud to be recognized by the Catholic Health Association for the work across our health system, which includes the care delivered here every day at HSHS St. Mary's Hospital. 💙

03/02/2026

Trust your gut—literally! Early detection saves lives. Schedule your colon screening today and take charge of your health. Learn more. https://www.hshs.org/services/colonoscopy?utm_campaign=il-all-cancer-care-colon&utm_medium=email&utm_source=digital-ad

02/26/2026

🎉Becker's Hospital Review, recently named Hospital Sisters Health System as a Top Place to Work in Healthcare nationwide for our workplace atmosphere, for the past three years straight! https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/hospital-management-administration/165-top-places-to-work-in-healthcare-2026/

Thank you to all our colleagues who make our HSHS hospitals and clinics such great places to work. ❤️ Show them some appreciation here, and if you are a colleague, tell us why you love HSHS!