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Volunteers give new meaning to the phrase 'heart-to-heart'

“The volunteers are such a great resource because they can spend one-on-one time with our (cardiac) patients after a big life event.”

Movies, not medicine, common around this father-daughter table

Father instills servant leadership in his children. But his daughter who, traveling her own path, keeps medicine in the family.

#HAVhope boosts awareness about healthcare setting violence

Community Health Improvement Plan lists preventing and reducing violence as one of this region's top priorities.

Close-to-home medical supplies help Coles County family breathe easier

Lifesaving medical equipment available through Carle Medical Supply eaiser to access at Carle's Mattoon on Lerna helps area child live full life.

'Knock-your-socks-off' team energizes cancer survivor

Survivor shares her tips for beating cancer: Gratitude, support and cozy chairs make battling cancer easier.

Nurse Honor Guard gains popularity as families pause to remember

Carle nurses are now part of a countywide Nurse Honor Guard, which recognizes caregivers’ contributions after they pass away.

Social workers help finance patient's life-saving seizure meds

Collaboration between inpatient and outpatient social work helps patient get his medication at a price he can afford.

Life-changing bill moves to governor after unanimous House approval

Carle, legislators partner so "participants can focus on gaining workforce and parenting skills that will help them move forward."

Research and philanthropy drive decade of cancer center progress

Parking lot becomes world-class cancer center where the way people are treated is just as important as the treatment.

Nurse gathers experience in patients' homes, in her community

Nurses looking for a rewarding change can learn more about nursing careers at Carle on May 3 during a Nursing Virtual Job Fair.

Community partners join forces for services and healthy smiles

Carle's Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery team plays a critical role in providing much-needed dental care to area residents.

Badminton lover serves up selflessness in healthcare

Student leader Priyanka Bahel shares passion for helping and builds leadership skills earning her a Governor’s Volunteer Service Award.

Advocate expects patients to relate to paralyzed dog's journey

“Patients get caught up in the moment with the dog and forget about being in the hospital.”

Nutrition for moms, babies prompts Vermilion County expansion

Positive, proactive changes are on the way for northern Vermilion County residents with expansion of WIC programming at Carle Hoopeston.

Fields of opportunity growing in southwest Champaign

Carle at The Fields opening its doors and opportunities for community, regional development.

Active-shooter drill tests hospital, staff capabilities

Teams act as they practice, reinforcing the need for Run-Hide-Fight training to protect staff and patients from an armed intruder.

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