Illinois reaches $17.1 billion multi-state settlement with Meta over teen social media addiction
Illinois will receive up to about $768 million as part of a $17.1 billion settlement announced Wednesday with Meta over claims its social media platforms caused addiction and serious mental health harm to youths.
State unveils guidance to implement universal mental health screenings in schools
The Illinois State Board of Education released guidance Tuesday to assist school districts roll out universal mental health screenings in Illinois schools by next year.
Nurses at Chicago’s St. Mary of Nazareth Hospital plan one-day strike
Hundreds of registered nurses at St. Mary of Nazareth Hospital in Chicago announced plans Monday to go on another one-day strike as they try to reach their first contract with Prime Healthcare.
Report: physical exams alone may not reliably diagnose pediatric pneumonia
Physicians can inconsistently identify common signs of pneumonia in children, creating challenges in diagnosing and treating patients, according to a new study led by researchers at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago.
Former Loretto CEO reaches deal with feds over bribery charges
Former Loretto Hospital CEO George Miller has reached a deal with federal prosecutors for his alleged role in accepting bribes as part of the larger, multi-million-dollar fraud scheme at the Chicago facility.
Court partially blocks medical aid in dying law as challenges continues
Illinois has temporarily agreed not to enforce its medical aid in dying law against physicians and religious groups that are currently suing to invalidate the law.
New Austin HOPE Center brings pediatric care to Chicago’s west side
Chicago officials joined local health leaders last week to open a new pediatric health clinic in the city’s west side.
Plans on teledentistry, protecting wastewater from PFAS among laws signed by Pritzker
Several new health laws were signed Friday by Gov. JB Pritzker, including one that clarifies when and how virtual dental care may be used.
IHA lays out progress report for addressing health equity – Health News Illinois
The Illinois Health and Hospital Association laid out a progress report late last week aimed at helping providers improve health equity.
Three Illinois groups receive $1.4 million for telehealth services – Health News Illinois
Three Illinois groups will receive more than $1.4 million from the Federal Communications Commission to bolster their telehealth services.