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The Season of Safety: Helpful tips for holiday toys & lights

During the holidays, presents and playtime can come with some risks to be aware of – whether it’s the toys or the decorative holiday light fixtures.

Mrs. Claus brings smiles, gifts and cheer to inpatient Pediatrics at Carle Foundation Hospital

Young patients enjoyed brief visits with Mrs. Claus as she talked to them about Santa Claus and brought small gifts to share ahead of the holiday.

Carle Health team members remain flexible to care for patients and support each other

Carle Health team members go out of their way to support each other and make life-saving differences for patients. The organization believes in honoring team members with Way to Be! awards. The latest quarterly Way to Be! winners illustrate what it means to be a Carle Health teammate.

Multiple Carle Health hospitals recognized for efforts to improve stroke and heart disease outcomes

The American Heart Association has recognized several Carle Health hospitals for efforts to improve health outcomes for heart disease and stroke patients.

NICU nurses first in nation to use new technology as a bridge from parents to the youngest patients

Carle Foundation Hospital is the first in the U.S. to offer a new, secure video diaries service called vCreate as a way to support families who cannot be in the hospital with their baby. The service is currently used in the U.K.

Carle Optical provides options for annual vision needs

When planning for a Flex Spending allocation through December into 2025, be sure to factor in annual vision needs.

CI MED study led by Carle physician offers updates for AFib, anti-stroke treatment

Underused anticoagulant treatment, regional differences and high levels of additional health problems among findings in atrial fibrillation study.

Enjoy the holidays with healthy eating, physical activity and self-care

The end of the year can be stressful with project deadlines, holiday preparations, family gatherings and travel. Carle Health and Health Alliance wellness professionals offer nutrition, activity and mental health tips to navigate December.

Carle Health opens expanded pediatric outpatient therapy services in Greater Peoria

A brand-new, state-of-the-art sensory gym, along with expanded staffing, will increase access and improve health outcomes for patients.

Co-Responder Social Services Unit cuts ribbon on new facility in Peoria

The SSU team works alongside police officers to address community calls, providing essential victim support and mental health assistance as needed.

Quick treatment saves a patient’s life; know the signs of thrombosis for life-saving care

After surgery, Lynn Worthington was finding it hard to breathe. Thanks to a trip to the emergency department, Worthington received immediate thrombosis treatment and an improved health outcome.

For you and your community, stay up to date on COVID-19 vaccinations

The most recent formula of the COVID-19 vaccine is now available and Carle Health providers urge all community members to stay up to date to reduce the spread of illness around them.

Carle Health veterans continue to serve

Carle Health team members who are veterans apply lessons of service learned in the military to their work in healthcare. All veterans will be honored with flag-raising ceremonies at several Carle Health hospitals on Veterans Day, Nov. 11.

Carle Health events provide hundreds of free cancer screenings and mammograms in 2024

In our continued commitment to offer preventative services that improve the health and wellbeing of community members, Carle Health proudly provided hundreds of individuals with free mammograms and cancer screenings in 2024.

Healthy Halloween Habits: Carle Health dietitians offer tips for spooky season

Whether it’s a big bag of candy from a successful night of trick-or-treating, or the abundance of goodies up for grabs at the party table, it can sometimes be easy to overindulge on unhealthy treats. Experts in Carle Health’s Greater Peoria service area have some tips and recipes to help families practice healthy habits when enjoying the holiday.

Trillium Place Young Minds Center opens in West Peoria

The unique center improves access and offers innovative care delivery options to children and families closer to home.

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