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Carle Health school offers unique learning environment for children who are deaf or hard of hearing

Thirty pupils currently attend the Carle Auditory Oral School started by a physician and filling a community need for parents who want their children who are deaf or hard of hearing to learn communication through spoken language.

Primary Care and Pediatric appointment scheduling now available through MyCarle

Carle Health patients can now schedule Pediatric and Primary Care appointments directly in their MyCarle account.

Carle Health CEO's children's book benefits hospital system programs, children in need

James Leonard, MD, Carle Health president and CEO, has written his second children's book, which is for sale in Carle auxiliary and service league gift shops. Proceeds support auxiliary and service league programs and services and hundreds of copies have been given to a program for children.

Carle Foundation Hospital patients enjoy convenient Meds to Beds service thanks to CarleRx

Patients at Carle Foundation Hospital can request enrollment for the Meds to Beds program and have their discharge medications brought to their room before they leave.

Building your own wellness plan for mental health

Experts say mental health is equally as important – and in many ways, very similar – to physical health.

Carle Health takes part in Illinois Race Weekend, providing the community with health resources

Carle Health participates in community events to ensure community safety and increase awareness around preventing and addressing serious medical conditions.

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.

Small, impactful actions celebrated during Patient Experience Week

At Carle Health, we know that small, intentional, positive behaviors can be impactful for patients, visitors and team members. During Patient Experience Week and every day, Carle Health recognizes these positive behaviors.

Carle Health President and CEO Receives National Recognition for Healthcare Innovation

Carle Health is proud to announce that James C. Leonard, MD, President and CEO of the integrated health system, is the 2025 recipient of the American Hospital Association (AHA) Justin Ford Kimball Innovators Award.

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.

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