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CI MED study led by Carle physician offers updates for AFib, anti-stroke treatment

Underused anticoagulant treatment, regional differences and high levels of additional health problems among findings in atrial fibrillation study.

Lung cancer screening, robotic-assisted bronchoscopy help a patient move swiftly through care

By the time a patient notices symptoms of lung cancer, it has already developed to later stages. Once a low-dose CT scan detects a nodule in the lung, Carle Health Methodist offers a less invasive biopsy for the patient. No-cost screenings are available Nov. 9 in Peoria and Pekin.

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.

Patient gives back sounds of celebration through bell donations

Carle Cancer Institute Urbana and Carle Foundation Hospital patients and staff are hearing more bells these days thanks to a gift of two new bells through Carle Health Center for Philanthropy. The bells located in new locations give patients more access at different levels of care.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

“Recovery is for Everyone” van to make its way throughout Vermilion County

New van is designed to meet people where they are and provide access to mental health, substance use harm reduction and recovery resources in Vermilion County.

Patient experience leads to hospital housekeeping, nursing assistant certification

Inaugural Nursing Education Award goes to Carle Richland CNA who moved from housekeeping to certified nursing assistant.

Carle Health Hospice camps help children, teens, to process grief

The grief journey is easier when you're walking beside someone. Carle Health Hospice has two, free camps this fall for children and teens who have experienced the death of a loved one. Registration is open for campers and volunteers.

New OB-GYN Carle Health team ready to support regular and specialized care needs.

A physician, a nurse practitioner and a midwife are teaming up in Peoria to support a variety of obstetric and gynecological needs, including minimally invasive robotic and laparoscopic surgery.

Final call: Families, friends of nurses provide lasting memory through Nurse Honor Guard

Carle Health offers a way to honor fellow nurses through the Nurse Honor Guard; participants support a short observance at a funeral or visitation to recognize individuals for their nursing dedication.

Vermilion County Collaborative puts down roots in a new community garden on Carle Health campus

A community garden on Carle property brings partners together to provide access to healthy food and teach sustainable lessons to Vermilion County youth.

Sometimes saving a life is comparable to a relay race

On a cold and snowy day in January of this year, a young Illinois State University graduate student from Minnesota had no idea that before the day was done, she was about to be at the center of the biggest relay race of her life.

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