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Colleen Kannaday receives honor from the Department of Defense for patriotic support

Colleen Kannaday, president of Carle BroMenn Medical Center and Carle Eureka Hospital, accepted the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) Patriot Award May 13 for the exceptional support she provides Carle team member and Navy Reserve surgeon Commander John Wieland, MD.

Tradition of learning goes virtual with innovation and national speakers

The 65th annual Foundation Day focuses on innovation in patient care this year as national speakers take center stage.

East Street Boutique volunteers at Carle Richland make switch to online shopping

Most hospital gift shops are typically stocked with the little necessities of life, but The East Street Boutique at Carle Richland Memorial Hospital (CRMH) has never been typical.

Born out of necessity, same-day surgery provides an option for joint replacement patients

Thanks to cooperation by Home Care and Orthopedics and Sports Medicine, qualifying Carle patients have a same-day surgery option.

Challenged by pregnancy, couple joyfully prepares for twins through in vitro program

Reproductive medicine is something the Barrs thought unnecessary until it was necessary. They are moving beyond several losses to joyful preparation for twins after receiving a little help.

Start now, plan ahead for future healthcare decisions

One Mattoon resident celebrates National Healthcare Decisions Day by encouraging others to think ahead for their future healthcare needs.

Women's Legacy Circle makes its largest donation ever to support Community Health Initiatives

Putting aside small increments of dues each year allows Women’s Legacy Circle to make a $75,000 donation to support Carle’s Community Health Initiatives.

Carle employees among finalists competing in Spring 2021 Health Make-A-Thon

Innovators prepare to go into the “dolphin tank” on April 17 for a chance at $10,000 in resources to make their dream a reality.

New store means more options for those needing medical supplies

Carle Medical Supply has opened its newest store at Carle BroMenn Medical Center, giving those in Bloomington-Normal more options for their healthcare needs.

PICU expansion keeps children safe in its first year

Carle Health is caring for some of the region’s sickest children at Carle Foundation Hospital’s Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU), which opened June 1, 2020.

Acting on mutated genes provides knowledge to families and results for generations

Some families choose genetic counseling to make decisions today and pass on knowledge to the next generation.

New, cutting-edge MRI technology offers opportunities for Carle Illinois College of Medicine

Students at Carle Illinois College of Medicine are afforded valuable learning experiences through the 7 Tesla (7T) MRI scanner.

Rolling up our sleeves to roll out the vaccine

Carle takes vaccine clinics on the road to reach more people in partnership with Champaign-Urbana Public Health District.

Bioengineer and Medical Doctor Team Up on Research to Better Manage Cancer

Oncology and bioengineering join forces on research to help colon cancer patients make decisions on treatment and survival.

Gynecologic oncologist provides convenience of specialized care in east central Illinois

Carle Cancer Institute Normal and Carle Cancer Institute Urbana are fortunate to have a physician who specializes in gynecologic oncology. Her presence provides convenience and expertise to women who otherwise may have to travel long distances for treatment.

Reflecting on COVID one year later

This time last year, while many were preparing to travel for Spring Break or celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, Carle teams were hard at work preparing for a pandemic response.

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