The Park Hills – Leadington Chamber of Commerce joined Parkland Health Center, BJC Healthcare, and regional Chamber partners for a joint ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the renovation and expansion of Parkland Health Center Therapy Services on Thursday, January 29, in Farmington, Missouri. The event marked the official opening of Parkland’s newly updated therapy facility, designed to enhance patient experience and expand access to high-quality rehabilitation services throughout St. Francois County
January is National Blood Donor Month, and BJC HealthCare is encouraging community members to consider donating blood as national supplies reach critical levels. According to the American Red Cross, the country is currently experiencing a severe blood shortage, particularly for Type O, A negative, and B negative blood. Winter weather, seasonal illnesses, and holiday disruptions have significantly reduced donations, causing blood inventories to fall to emergency levels and placing patients at risk. Blood