As a result of the recent influx of influenza and influenza-like illness in our surrounding communities, Mercy Medical Center and Providence Behavioral Health Hospital have implemented new restrictions on visitation, effective immediately. These restrictions are in place for the protection of our patients and colleagues. The visitor restrictions are in place at Mercy Medical Center, Family Life Center for Maternity, Weldon Rehabilitation Hospital, and Providence Behavioral Health Hospital. The visitor restrictions are as follows: • Visitors shall be limited to 2 at a time per patient • No visitors under 14 years old will be permitted • Do not visit if you have any symptoms of a cold or the flu These visitor restrictions will remain in effect until further notice.

Congratulations to Mercy's Comunity Health Department for advocacy efforts that promoted the passing of Tobacco 21.

Calling All Moms!!! Mercy's "Mommy & Me" group is a place where all mothers can come together and support one another. Oftentimes, mothers learn best from other mothers. Even if you don't have any questions (is that possible?), we invite you to come spend an hour with us, or even 20 minutes. At "Mommy & Me" we invite mothers of any feeding choice to come meet others mothers in your community and enjoy an hour of social relaxation. This group will be facilitated by a Mercy staffed Lactation Consultant. We hope to see you there! Location: Weldon Building, Room 204 Time: Every Thursday, 11:00 am to 12 p.m.

Please join us on January 25th for this informative lecture.

Welcome to the world, Sonika Sing Thakur! Mercy's Family Life Center was honored to deliver Greater Springfield's first baby of 2018 at 5:32 A.M. Weighing in at 7 pounds and 4 ounces and measuring 20 inches long, baby Sonika is the sixth child of Liliya and Bhupendra Thakur of Westfield. Congratulations!

Special thanks to Mike Rondeau for using his special talent to suppport the Sister Caritas Cancer Center. Stop by and see this beautiful display!

Congratulations on the success of this collaborative effort for a healthier community!

End the 2017 year by giving someone a priceless gift. Please join us on December 29 to give the gift of life.

Here's a look at Dr. Robert Roose's recent presentation about efforts to reduce opioid-related deaths.

Take a few minutes from your day to tour the Family Life Center and meet our great team of providers.