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Carle medical professionals offer tips on protecting yourself in frigid weather

Common sense, clothing, listening to body queues are essential to managing frigid temperatures during winter.

Student Volunteerism Developing in Danville and Olney Carle Health Locations

More than 1,000 students can be found volunteering at various Carle Health locations in central Illinois, but more are welcome to be part of the crew in Olney and Danville.

Richland employee shares breast cancer journey, advocates for additional services and equipment

Registered pharmacist shares her cancer journey and interest in doing more for patients in the Olney area.

Rural safety central to lessons in St. Joseph and Olney schools

The Rural Health and Farm Safety program joined ag partners in teaching youngsters about the hazards in rural areas.

A new spin on delivery – Carle nurses trained in process to help with smoother births

Method of prepping mothers and positioning babies helps patient experience by easing vaginal deliveries and alleviating labor exhaustion for mothers.

Camp returns to heal young hearts

Carle Hospice offers an oasis for children coping with the death of a loved one through Camp Healing Heart.

Tips to stay healthy during the upcoming White Squirrel Triathlon

Carle Richland’s Trenton Clapp, orthopedic PA, shares ways to ensure you don’t overstress your body during long endurance events.

Returnship program returns to Carle Health to help job seekers

Professionals looking to return to work after a gap may want to apply for a Returnship through Carle. Participants do meaningful work and receive training to assist with their return to the workforce.

Emergency Department sensory space adds to system transformations for those with autism

With giving by employees and community members, Carle Center for Philanthropy adds to a series of sensory space transformations to meet needs of children and adults with autism. Social: Meeting those with autism where they are. Sensory space transformations possible through employees, community members and Carle Center for Philanthropy.

Carle prepares for weather advisory

Some Carle locations may reduce hours or experience closures due to weather event. Patients asked to call ahead.

Gina Thomas officially takes on the role of Carle Richland Hospital president

After serving as interim president at the Olney based hospital for six months, long-time Carle team member Gina Thomas, DNP, RN assumes permanent position.

World Class Expert Now Delivering Treatment Through Carle Cancer Institute Urbana

Olney native brings connection with University of Chicago Medical Center for treatment of blood cancer patients not responding to first-line treatments .

East Street Boutique volunteers at Carle Richland make switch to online shopping

Most hospital gift shops are typically stocked with the little necessities of life, but The East Street Boutique at Carle Richland Memorial Hospital (CRMH) has never been typical.

Reflecting on COVID one year later

This time last year, while many were preparing to travel for Spring Break or celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, Carle teams were hard at work preparing for a pandemic response.

Donations help Carle Richland Memorial Hospital fight COVID-19

Thanks to the generosity of donors, additional safeguards are in place to keep patients and the community healthier during this pandemic.

Jasper County High School student makes face shields for healthcare workers

This 17-year-old is making a difference during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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