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Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center celebrates nationwide nursing honor

Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center is a rarity: a small-town hospital with Magnet with Distinction designation. That recent honor was celebrated with the Hoopeston community on Oct. 10.

Families invited to honor infants lost during events in Urbana, Normal

Parents share their journey of infant loss and welcome others to join in special program to find solace and share memories.

Keep your community healthy this season, schedule a flu shot appointment today

Carle Health encourages patients to receive their influenza (flu) vaccinations now to help prevent its spread through the community.

Pulmonary rehab gives patients new lease on life

Even as she believed that she was reaching the "end stages," Sheila Johnson tried pulmonary rehabilitation, which gave her energy, happiness and new life. The number of visits to pulmonary rehab in Urbana, Danville and Mattoon increased by 25% during the first half of this year, with many patients experiencing similar benefits.

Neurosurgery residents, fellows, medical students, and experts come together to advance learning

Annual event brings medical professionals, students located near and far together to use cadavers in a study of complex, skull-base procedures.

Back in School Blues: Changes in behavior amid changes in routine

With school officially in full swing for many Illinois families, the seasonal shift and significant changes in a student’s schedule, routine and lifestyle can be a major adjustment.

Volunteer escorts share the importance of giving their time to help others

Volunteer Services is seeking out more individuals who can spare a few hours a week as a volunteer escort at Carle hospitals

Magnet recognitions illustrate world-class care throughout Carle Health system

Carle Health hospitals and physician group offices throughout the system gained and retained national recognition for nursing excellence during 2024. The Magnet accomplishments demonstrate the Carle Health commitment to world-class care throughout the healthcare system.

Patient appreciates the swing of things at Carle Eureka Hospital

Carle Health swing bed units are designed for those needing short-term, extra help recovering from surgery or an extended illness before transitioning home.

Carle Health team members think creatively, work together to keep everyone safe

Carle Health team members think creatively, care about patients' family members, improve processes, work on problems until they are resolved and keep everyone safe. Those actions benefit fellow team members, their patients and families, earning several team members Carle Health Way to Be! quarterly awards.

Farm hands, dish washers, candy stripers: Carle Health team members recall their first jobs

Carle Health team members' first jobs ever were lined with bicycle grease, floor wax and pig manure. In honor of Labor Day, team members recall their first jobs and how those experiences benefit patients.

Carle Health extends access to rural healthcare, opening two new internal medicine clinics

Clinics will provide high-quality, close-to-home care in the communities of Spring Valley and Henry.

Opening Doors for Aspiring Physician Scientists: CI MED Scholars Alongside Carle Medical Experts

From high school to pre-med, pathway programs through Carle Illinois College of Medicine address underrepresented identities in medicine and connect students to real-world experiences at Carle Health.

Champaign-Urbana, Hoopeston facilities receive 7th Magnet with Distinction Recognition nationally

Carle Health on Aug. 19 became only the seventh healthcare organization nationwide to receive – with Distinction – the nation’s highest honor for nursing and organizational excellence.

Carle provides expert advisors to dispel myths and support breastfeeding needs

Knowing if a newborn is getting enough milk often comes down to trusting the baby’s instincts and a few other signs. International Board Certified Lactation Consultants are available at Carle Health to guide mothers through the highs and lows of nursing for a more fulfilling experience.

Carle Health hospitals recognized for excellence in stroke treatment

Several medical facilities throughout the Carle Health system receive Get With The Guidelines® designations for ensuring stroke patients receive treatment according to highest quality standards.

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