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Carle Stories

Community

10/14/2025

Patient volumes, modernization prompting land use changes near Carle Foundation Hospital

Changes include removal of a structure at 810 W. University Avenue that houses Carle Auxiliary Resale Boutique and Carle Health Pulmonary Rehabilitation.

Culture of Quality

10/09/2025

Shining Light Infant Memorial offers time, space to honor babies no longer with their families

The annual events – held in Urbana and Normal - allow families to remember pregnancy and infant loss.

Redefining Healthcare

09/02/2025

Pediatric patient stays engaged with rehab thanks to child life team and mini horses visit

Child Life Specialists inside the Children’s Institute at Carle Foundation Hospital launched a creative way to help a long-term patient stay motivated.

Culture of Quality

07/10/2025

Therapy comes in all forms, including the soft and furry kind

Smiles and outreached hands from patients, visitors and team members are evidence that certified therapy dogs bring comfort to those spending time at Carle Foundation Hospital. Carle Health locations in Champaign and Vermilion counties look for more volunteers with certified therapy dogs to bring respite to those in need.

Culture of Quality

05/01/2025

Volunteers donate time, compassion to be with patients in their last hours

Volunteers say it is a privilege being with patients in their last hours when family members cannot be present. Carle Foundation Hospital has openings for volunteers to train to be part of the No One Dies Alone effort in May.

Culture of Quality

01/20/2025

Re-engineering neuroscience and surgical practice

Carle Health neurosurgeon and new director of student research at Carle Illinois College of Medicine mentors students while bridging neurosurgery and engineering.

Culture of Quality

12/23/2024

Mrs. Claus brings smiles, gifts and cheer to inpatient Pediatrics at Carle Foundation Hospital

Young patients enjoyed brief visits with Mrs. Claus as she talked to them about Santa Claus and brought small gifts to share ahead of the holiday.

Culture of Quality

12/18/2024

NICU nurses first in nation to use new technology as a bridge from parents to the youngest patients

Carle Foundation Hospital is the first in the U.S. to offer a new, secure video diaries service called vCreate as a way to support families who cannot be in the hospital with their baby. The service is currently used in the U.K.

Community

12/04/2024

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.

Community

10/07/2024

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.

Community

08/19/2024

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.

Culture of Quality

08/13/2024

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.

Culture of Quality

07/29/2024

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.

Culture of Quality

06/19/2024

Volunteers sought to interact with patients who see few visitors at Carle Foundation Hospital

Something as simple as sharing the gift of time and making a human connection is mutually beneficial for the volunteer and the patient admitted to the hospital.

Culture of Quality

03/25/2024

World-class pediatric care recognized at Carle Foundation Hospital

Carle Foundation Hospital is one of three Pediatric Critical Care Centers in downstate Illinois and 11 statewide.

Community

03/14/2024

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.

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