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New rooftop garden opens this week at Carle Foundation Hospital

Carle Health Center for Philanthropy through generous donations from Carle Health team members and proceeds from the Carle Golf Open, and individual donations, worked with facilities to create a rooftop sanctuary for patients, visitors and staff.

10 tips to better mental health

10 tips from 10 Carle experts to help keep you out of an endless loop of anxiety and stress.

COVID-19 boosters for children ages 5-11 now available at Carle

The population continues to be impacted by the virus, which can cause unanticipated long-term effects and spread to those more vulnerable to severe disease.

Community Pop-Up Booster Clinics available first two weekends in May

Carle Booster Clinics offer extended access in Champaign-Urbana to first and second dose boosters.

Carle Medical Supply a handy tool for one patient’s health needs

Jody Eversole can’t say enough about the respiratory therapists at Carle Medical Supply. Thanks to their in-person consultation and expert CPAP equipment fitting, Jody is breathing easier after a battle with COVID-19.

No foolin’: April Fools’ Day may positively impact your health

The best April Fools’ Day pranks come from harmless, healthy sources of humor that get everyone laughing. But if the risk of being pranked makes you want to stay in bed, you may want to reconsider. It just so happens laughter is good medicine.

Make March the month to learn about colorectal cancer

If you are 45 years old or older March is also a good time to learn more about colorectal cancer and your risks of developing this common disease.

UIUC student encourages others to listen to your body, take action on diabetes

Will Hodge, a freshman at UIUC, listened to his body and sought treatment before being diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes. Read his story and learn how Diabetes Alert Day is encouraging others to understand the risks and seriousness of diabetes.

Non-athletes and athletes alike can reach PEAK levels through Carle training program

Athletic trainers at Carle Orthopedics & Sports Medicine provide professional guidance to clients wanting consistent improvement.

Slow down, be aware when it comes to navigating wintry conditions

Therapy Services offers some advice for preventing the ankle sprains, concussions and back injuries they regularly see after inclement winter weather.

When life gets complicated get down to the basics

The pandemic has been difficult. Loss of routines, social isolation, uncertainty about the future… these topics are being discussed all over social media, broadcast on radio and television and written about in news publications. Add to that the seasonal challenges that often come with winter and you have a recipe for increased behavioral health problems among people in the community.

Doctors urge caution against cold weather health hazards

Winter in the Midwest means decreasing temperatures. When temperatures go below freezing, one Carle physician says there are health risks you should be attentive to.

Starting the New Year with good nutrition

Whether you are keeping a new year’s resolution or combatting illness through nutritional choices, eating healthy may be easier than you thought.

Pfizer booster shot now available for kids ages 12 to 15

Carle supports CDC recommendation to offer added protection to adolescent age groups against the COVID-19 virus.

Four-legged visitors bring comfort, support to staff and patients

Carle BroMenn and Carle Foundation Hospital use certified therapy dog programs to support patients and staff.

Wound patient finds healing, success with Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy

When his wounds weren’t healing on their own, Bill Marchment had another option. He turned to the experts at Carle for hyperbaric oxygen therapy.

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