SSM Health - Madison

04/07/2026

🌍✨ Is your school stepping up for the planet?
From recycling wins to school gardens and energy saving ideas, SSM Health and News 3 Now / Channel 3000 want to see the creative ways students are making Earth a healthier place to live!
Enter the Time for Kids: Recipe for Health Earth Day Contest and share your school’s impact. 🌱💡
Submit here ➡️ https://www.channel3000.com/entertainment/contests/time-for-kids-recipe-for-health-earth-day-contest/article_7540a601-3c4c-49e9-8dd2-40fb4115dd93.html #/rounds/1/gallery/

04/06/2026

🌍💚 Healthy Earth, Healthy Families! 💚🌍
The world around us plays a big role in our health—from the air we breathe to the water we drink and the places our kids play. Taking care of our planet helps take care of each other, too!
One simple way to make a difference is by practicing the three R’s:
♻️ Recycle items like cans, bottles, paper, and plastic at home
🛍️ Reuse what you already have—plastic bags, clothes, toys, and more
🛒 Reduce waste by buying and using only what you need
Small choices add up to a cleaner environment and healthier communities for our families today—and for generations to come. 🌱💪 Let’s do our part!

04/05/2026

Today, we reflect on the promise of renewal, healing, and new beginnings. May this season bring peace to your heart and light to your path.🪴 As you celebrate with loved ones, we invite you to pause and join us in this prayer from The Catholic Health Association of the United States, shared in this video. May it bring comfort, strength, and a reminder of the hope that Easter brings. From all of us at SSM Health, Happy Easter🕊️

Video description: Nature and religious scenes accompany text of an Easter Prayer.

04/04/2026

Menopause comes with a lot of questions—especially about hormone therapy.
Hot flashes, sleep trouble, mood changes… if you’re navigating menopause, you’re not alone. Hormone therapy can be a helpful option for some people—but it isn’t one‑size‑fits‑all. Understanding the benefits, risks, and whether it’s right for you is an important next step in feeling your best. 💗
Menopause Society Certified Menopause Practitioner and SSM Health Women's Health provider Sarah Block, APNP-CNP, breaks it down in clear, compassionate terms to help you start informed conversations with your health care team:
🔗 https://www.ssmhealth.com/newsroom/blogs/ssm-health-matters/april-2026/navigating-menopause-is-hormone-therapy-right-for-you
✨ Because every menopause journey is unique—and you deserve answers that fit your life.

If you’ve considered treatment for hot flashes or other symptoms of menopause, here’s what you need to know

04/03/2026

🌱💚 Calling all sustainability‑superstar schools!
Is your school taking steps to protect our planet? Whether it’s recycling, gardening, or cutting back on waste, SSM Health and News 3 Now / Channel 3000 want to hear about it!
Enter the Time for Kids: Recipe for Health Earth Day Contest and show how your school is making Earth a healthier place to live. 🌍✨
Submit your project today ➡️ https://www.channel3000.com/entertainment/contests/time-for-kids-recipe-for-health-earth-day-contest/article_7540a601-3c4c-49e9-8dd2-40fb4115dd93.html #/rounds/1/gallery/

04/02/2026

The SSM Health High Risk Breast Clinic in Madison supports patients with a family history of breast cancer, dense breast tissue, or other risk factors like prior radiation. Our team partners with you to discuss concerns, lifestyle factors, and calculate your personal risk—so you get the care that’s right for you. 💗
Learn more at https://www.ssmhealth.com/services/womens-health/breast-health

04/01/2026

You don’t have to walk through grief alone.

If you or someone you love is navigating the loss of a loved one, SSM Health at Home Hospice is offering “Walking Through Grief,” an eight week support group designed to provide comfort, understanding, and community.

This gentle, supportive space helps participants explore the grieving process, learn coping strategies, and share experiences with others who truly understand. Sessions will be held Wednesdays from 10–11:30 a.m., April 22–June 10, at SSM Health at Home, 4639 Hammersley Road in Madison.

There is no cost to attend, but seating is limited and registration is encouraged.

You can register online here: https://www.ssmhealth.com/classes-events/event-details?EventID=7e27192d-bd00-4caf-a385-5383448b21e9&SearchText=grief%2520support&ZipCode=53715

Or register by phone at 608 324 1229.

03/31/2026

Last week, we celebrated eleven new Licensed Practical Nurses during an LPN Pinning Ceremony at Madison College. Please join us in congratulating:
Brielle Aylesworth
Elisabeth Becker
Ilse Benson
Frankie Butler
Christi Gander
Andi Getsinger
Ashley Kartman
Sarah Schmeling
Lizzy Schmidt
Ashley Soler
Nicole Treinen
These eleven women were the first group to complete SSM Health's LPN training program at Madison College.
We are so excited to welcome these dedicated graduates into the nursing profession. Congratulations to all—you make us proud! 💙✨

03/30/2026

🌎✨ Is your school making a difference for the planet?
Show SSM Health and News 3 Now / Channel 3000 how your students and school staff are reducing waste, saving energy, growing food, or taking action for a healthier Earth!
Enter the Time for Kids: Recipe for Health Earth Day Contest for a chance to have a tree planted on your school's campus. 🍃💡🌱
Submit your school’s project here ➡️ https://www.channel3000.com/entertainment/contests/time-for-kids-recipe-for-health-earth-day-contest/article_7540a601-3c4c-49e9-8dd2-40fb4115dd93.html #/rounds/1/gallery/

03/30/2026

Today on Doctors Day, we’re celebrating all the amazing physicians who care for our families, friends, and communities.
Thank you for showing up with strength, compassion, and an unwavering commitment to healing. Your courage inspires us, and your heart makes all the difference.
Happy Doctors Day to all who dedicate their lives to helping others. 👏💙

03/29/2026

Save today at SSM Health Davis Duehr Dean Eye Care’s spring optical sale! Now through March 31, get 50% off frames. Find a location near you. https://www.getcare.ssmhealth.com/locations?search=Eye+Care

03/28/2026

This month, we honor Sister Mary Fortunata Helmig, SSM—remembered as the “Angel of St. Mary’s.”
At just 32 years old, Sister Fortunata served on the front lines of the 1918 influenza pandemic in Madison, offering steadfast care to everyone who came through the hospital’s doors—soldiers returning from World War I, community members stricken by sudden illness, and families facing unimaginable loss.
Working alongside her fellow Sisters of St. Mary, she provided comfort, compassion, and skilled nursing at a time when the community was overwhelmed and medical resources were stretched thin. Her selfless dedication ultimately cost her life, but her courage became a symbol of hope and healing for generations to come.
Today, Sister Fortunata is honored as a vital figure in the history of SSM Health St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison. Her legacy inspires our continued mission at SSM Health to care for all with exceptional presence and compassion.
📷: Image of Sr. Mary Fortunata Helmig provided by the Franciscan Sisters of Mary