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Co-Responder Social Services Unit cuts ribbon on new facility in Peoria

The SSU team works alongside police officers to address community calls, providing essential victim support and mental health assistance as needed.

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.

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

Magnet recognitions illustrate world-class care throughout Carle Health system

Carle Health hospitals and physician group offices throughout the system gained and retained national recognition for nursing excellence during 2024. The Magnet accomplishments demonstrate the Carle Health commitment to world-class care throughout the healthcare system.

Carle Health extends access to rural healthcare, opening two new internal medicine clinics

Clinics will provide high-quality, close-to-home care in the communities of Spring Valley and Henry.

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.

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.

Carle Health Proctor Hospital expands addiction recovery support thanks to generous donation

Carle Health is pleased and excited to introduce a brand-new fitness space to its Addiction Recovery Center (ARC) at Carle Health Proctor Hospital.

Endoscopy Center recognized as “best” from U.S. News & World Report

The center in Peoria is one of six in Illinois named "best" and the only downstate in the inaugural Best Ambulatory Surgery Centers ratings.

Methodist College achieves the best nursing licensure pass rates in central Illinois

The efforts and dedication of students, faculty and staff at Methodist College have led the institution into elite status following the latest release of NCLEX pass rate data.

Methodist College names Dr. Kayla Banks as Chancellor

Methodist College is pleased to announce Kayla Banks, PhD, RN, NEA-BC, as its Chancellor, effective April 15, 2024.

Carle Health welcomes Leap Day babies, including twins who will have different birth dates

Babies born on Feb. 29 will have a special place on the calendar as parents look for ways to celebrate the birth date.

Carle medical professionals offer tips on protecting yourself in frigid weather

Common sense, clothing, listening to body queues are essential to managing frigid temperatures during winter.

World-class procedure at Methodist helps detect lung cancer early

ION Robotic Assisted Bronchoscopy is an innovative procedure that Carle Health Methodist Hospital uses to detect lung cancer when it's at an early, treatable stage. Methodist is the only hospital in the Peoria/ Pekin market to offer ION.

Biker event results in philanthropic donation to Carle Cancer Institute Urbana

Breast cancer patients to benefit from funds raised through annual biker event.

Healthy holiday hunger: Carle Health experts offer nutrition tips and tricks

As we indulge in some of our favorite end-of-the-year treats, dietitians in the Greater Peoria service area have a few tips, tricks and helpful recipes for staying healthy and happy this holiday season.

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