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Cardiology fellowship to begin in July 2022

A new cardiovascular disease fellowship training program will bring advanced medical training, care to the region.

“Don’t doctor and drive”, health officials warn

Virtual visits are changing the way patients are receiving care. But doctors warn that driving while seeing your doctor virtually is dangerous and a major health risk.

Efforts rewarded for keeping baby safe during sleep

Carle Foundation Hospital recognized for efforts to practice and teach safe sleep habits for babies.

Floating doctor lends experience to patient care

With more than three decades of experience, Paul Schaap, MD, works as a floating doctor to provide continued care to patients whose physician may not be available.

Answering your questions about school and sport physicals

Neena Tripathy, MD, Pediatrics answers some of the most frequently asked questions about school and sport physicals and how easy it is to schedule them at Carle

Delta variant “major risk” to unvaccinated individuals—here’s what to know

Robert Healy, MD, chief quality officer discusses the Delta variant and shares information you should know about the new strain of COVID-19

World Class Expert Now Delivering Treatment Through Carle Cancer Institute Urbana

Olney native brings connection with University of Chicago Medical Center for treatment of blood cancer patients not responding to first-line treatments .

Nursing assistants bring compassion, care to their work

Certified nursing assistants, healthcare techs work hand in hand with nurses to deliver positive patient experiences.

Carle Foundation Hospital nationally recognized with an ‘A’ for Spring 2021 Leapfrog Safety Grade

Leapfrog awarded Carle Foundation Hospital an “A” grade today when they updated grades for spring 2021.

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.

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.

Rare COVID syndrome can have drastic consequences if ignored

Rare childhood syndrome caused by COVID-19 infection can harm children if untreated.

Champaign County COVID-19 vaccinations expand

Residents age 40-64 with underlying health conditions and disabilities are eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine under 1B.

Leading COVID-19 treatments offered at Carle as hospital discharges surpass 1,000 patients

Carle Health has discharged over 1,000 COVID-19 patients since the start of the pandemic and continue their recovery at home. New treatments against COVID-19 are available to qualifying patients at Carle locations in Normal, Hoopeston, Urbana and Olney.

Patients achieve successful results with pinpoint therapy

Sterotactic body radiation therapy is turning around outcomes for lung cancer patients.

Carle Foundation Hospital cafeteria to close for construction

Around the clock food options remain available for staff, patients and visitors during construction, as the yearlong transformation will expand future cafeteria offerings in the lower level at Carle Foundation Hospital (CFH) in Urbana.

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