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Former Carle Health hospital beds helping patients half a world away

Twenty-nine former Carle Health hospital bed frames and mattresses are improving patient outcomes in Kichevo, North Macedonia, thanks to the hard work of two Carle Foundation Hospital team members.

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.

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.

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.

A patient – and a patient’s dogs – get the right care at Carle Hoopeston

A nurse at Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center goes the extra mile to care for pets of a patient who drove to the emergency room.

High risk breast cancer clinics encircle patients with support after diagnosis

Patient, surgeon dedicated solely to breast cancer care in Normal spell out the importance of getting regular mammograms, asking providers about stratification evaluations.

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.

Honoring women leading all 5 Carle hospitals during Women's History Month

All five hospitals in the Carle system are led by women, this Women’s History Month we look at the contribution these exceptional leaders offer to the organization.

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.

Carle prepares for weather advisory

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

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.

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.

High quality care is tightly woven throughout all Carle Health system hospitals

Carle Eureka Hospital and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center are being recognized by the Illinois Critical Access Hospital Network (ICAHN) for excellence in the quality of care they deliver.

Keep your vision strong; learn more how diabetes can affect eye health

Some may be unaware that diabetes can directly affect your eye health as well. Carle experts encourage patients to be attentive to their eye health needs while managing their diabetes.

Carle to offer Moderna and Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 booster vaccines to community

Carle Health will begin offering the Johnson & Johnson and Moderna COVID-19 vaccine booster doses to qualifying individuals beginning Saturday, Oct. 30.

“Don’t doctor and drive”, health officials warn

Virtual visits are changing the way patients are receiving care. But doctors warn that driving while seeing your doctor virtually is dangerous and a major health risk.

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