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South Suburban Elected Officials Unite In Effort To Keep St. Francis Open

BLUE ISLAND, IL—A coalition of elected officials led by Congressman Bobby L. Rush (D-IL), State Rep. Robert Rita (D-28th District), and Blue Island Mayor Donald E. Peloquin vowed, April 8, to work together to attempt to keep St. Francis hospital open. On April 2, SSM Health Care announced that, after 103 years of serving the Blue Island community, St. Francis Hospital will close. The group of elected officials urges a potential buyer to come forth to ensure no interruption in services or jobs.             “This closing will have a devastating impact on the overall delivery of health services ...view more

 

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