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Normal, Eureka Hospitals Officially Join Carle Health WGLT

Advocate BroMenn officially became Carle BroMenn Medical Center on Wednesday, as the Urbana-based Carle Health system completed its acquisition of the Normal hospital and another one in Eureka. Carle officials touted a smooth transition that would not disrupt patient care, with few exceptions.

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