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Carle Health Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery residents discuss the importance of facial protection

April is Facial Protection Month and a good time to remember the importance of keeping your face and head safe when engaging in physical and outdoor activities.

Carle Health helpers share their talents, strengths daily in support of patients

Volunteers help make the Carle Health system deliver its best to patients every day. The impact on patient experience is recognized during National Volunteer Week.

Specialized pediatric care found at the Children’s Institute at Carle Foundation Hospital

Carle Health cares for some of the region’s most ill children at the Children’s Institute at Carle Foundation Hospital where pediatric specializations bring exceptional expertise to the region.

Distinguished cancer surgeon honors patient’s religious devotion, removes tumor

Patient puts trust in surgeon's expertise who removed a tumor without backup of a blood transfusion.

Changes coming to MyCarle accounts to make patient information more secure

Two-factor authentication will no longer be optional for patients with MyCarle accounts. The MyCarle team provides resources to support patients during this transition.

Carle Health anchors opportunities for clean energy through community solar projects

Through community solar projects, several Carle Health facilities will help bring renewable energy access to communities where clean energy resources are limited.

A guide to better eating, during National Nutrition Month and all year

These nutrition tips will promote healthy eating habits and prevent future chronic conditions like diabetes, heart disease, and obesity.

Stories of Hope: organ and tissue donors honored at Carle Health ceremonies

Organ and tissue donor families and organ transplant recipients will tell their stories during National Donate Life Month ceremonies at Carle Health hospitals. April is National Donate Life Month.

Carle Addiction Recovery Center provides individualized care, supporting patients during recovery

When managing a substance use disorder or addiction, stigma can prevent those who may benefit from care from seeking treatment. The Carle Addiction Recovery Center provides specialized care in a supportive environment.

ICP patient thankful for pregnancy care at Carle BroMenn Medical Center

Intrahepatic Cholestasis of Pregnancy can build in the liver and prompt intense itching on the palms and soles of the feet.

Know your body and the symptoms of a blood clot; a quick diagnosis helps to save teen’s life

When Renee Brown noticed something was wrong with her son’s reaction to contact while playing sports, a CT scan revealed a blood clot, a condition that few know can impact patients of all ages.

Carle Health team members trust their instincts, use resources to help patients, family members

Carle Health team members are empowered to trust their instincts and use Carle Health resources to go out of their way to care for patients and their families. The seven quarterly Way to Be! winners represent Carle Health team members who go out of their way every day.

Carle Illinois College of Medicine Receives LCME accreditation

Created through a partnership of Carle Health and the University of Illinois, CI MED is the first engineering-based medical school.

Advancement in available heart valve treatment provides cardiac patients with better life quality

Many patients suffer from a condition where the main valve in the right side of the heart, the tricuspid valve, has severe leakage. Advancement in minimally invasive heart valve treatment provides cardiac patients with a better quality of life.

During unexpected cardiac events, taking quick action can lead to better health outcomes

When patients experience sudden, unexpected cardiac events, identifying symptoms and quick, life-saving treatments can mean better health outcomes and recovery.

Regional individual and group insurance plans discontinuing in 2026

As of Jan. 1, 2026, subsidiaries Health Alliance and FirstCarolinaCare will cease operating all lines of business except Medicare Advantage. Throughout the remainder of 2025, the health plans will maintain operations to support claims processing and meet ongoing business needs, regulatory mandates and contractual obligations. 

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