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Enjoy an injury-free Fourth of July: Here's how

Fourth of July weekend can result in fireworks injuries, heat illness and vehicle crashes. Here's advice from Carle Health emergency medicine professionals on how to reduce your risk and respond when accidents happen.

Patient looks forward to Father's Day after ED nurse brings him back three times

Dave Rumer died three times. He doesn't remember that. What he remembers is Katelyn Culp, an RN in the Emergency Department at Carle Health Methodist Hospital, saved his life on April 13, allowing him to enjoy another Father's Day.

Carle Emergency Medical Services celebrate their impact and legacy

Carle EMS, Arrow Ambulance and AirLife continue advancing emergency services to provide care when patients call. This year marks the fiftieth anniversary of officially celebrating EMS in the United States.

Bronchiolitis kits offer at-home peace of mind for parents after an Emergency Department visit

Carle Foundation Hospital offers take-home kits as an alternative for qualifying parents who bring a young child to the Emergency Department with respiratory illness.

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.

Independence Day shouldn't mean a trip to the Emergency Department

The Fourth of July is prime time for fireworks injuries, heat exhaustion, heat stroke, burns and traffic crashes because of DUI. Carle Health experts describe what they deal with this time of year and pass along their tips to avoid spending the holiday in the hospital.

Arrow Ambulance’s dedicated team works to meet the needs of every community they serve

EMS Week celebrates the dedicated first responders on the frontlines of healthcare. Carle Arrow Ambulance team members take pride in their roles as caregivers who help to keep their communities safe.

New weapons detection system to enhance security in Emergency Department

Carle Health is enhancing security by installing a weapons detection system at the Emergency Department entrance of Carle Foundation Hospital

Carle extends commitment and grows partnerships to reduce community violence

In addition to participating in the Investment for Impact partnership, Carle Health is committing to internal and other community coordinated efforts to help increase local safety.

Six things you should do after calling an ambulance for someone

When medical attention is needed quickly, you call an ambulance. But what you do between the call and an ambulance’s arrival can make a significant difference for the patient.

Region’s first pediatric critical care ambulance a ‘game changer’

When seconds count, parents expect the best care for their children. One patient's family said that Arrow Ambulance's newly licensed Critical Care Transport for children turned a negative situation into a positive experience.

Campus better equipped for life-or-death situations thanks to Carle collaboration

Regional healthcare coalition funding and training by Illini Emergency Medical Services will help prepare community to respond to emergencies around campus.

New ED nurse thrives on adrenaline, top-notch teamwork

The Illinois State Police recently presented Courtney Bukantis with its Director’s Award of Distinction. 

Emergency nurse and Child Life spin child from scared to safe

Rantoul family’s trip to the Emergency Department improves a young child’s view of hospitals and eases fear for 2-year-old Leah.

Team considers praise from 6-year-old Teddy the highest honor

One of central Illinois’ Emergency Department Approved for Pediatrics, Carle cares for and meets needs of young patients.

Old shuttle buses find a new home with the IFSI

Illinois Fire Service Institute uses three shuttle buses donated by Carle for a disaster-response drill.

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