Illinois to begin work on two new Chicago shelter sites for asylum seekers – Health News Illinois
Construction will start this week on two new shelter sites in Chicago that will house up to 2,200 asylum seekers, Gov. JB Pritzker and the Department of Human Services said Monday.
More than 70,000 Illinoisans sign up through Healthcare.gov – Health News Illinois
More than 70,000 Illinoisans have signed up for 2024 health insurance coverage through Healthcare.gov, according to federal data released last week.
IDPH, State Board of Health seek input for health improvement plans – Health News Illinois
The Department of Public Health and the State Board of Health will hold virtual meetings this week for input on plans to address the biggest public health issues in Illinois.
Duckworth questions drug manufacturers on access to RSV treatment – Health News Illinois
U.S. Sen. Tammy Duckworth, D-Ill., is pushing two major pharmaceutical manufacturers for answers on the lack of access to an immunization that can prevent severe disease from respiratory syncytial virus in babies.
Report finds high number of pediatric ambulance trips tied to behavioral health emergencies – Health News Illinois
More than 1 in 10 children brought to hospitals by ambulances in recent years were experiencing behavioral health emergencies, according to a study by researchers at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago.
Northwest Community Healthcare opens outpatient care center in Schaumburg – Health News Illinois
Northwest Community Healthcare opened an outpatient care center in Schaumburg on Monday.
CDC: Those who lived near former Sterigenics facility in Willowbrook face higher risk of cancer – Health News Illinois
Those who lived near the former Sterigenics sterilization facility in Willowbrook have a greater risk of cancer, according to a recent report released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Officials cut ribbon on new facility to provide medical service for DCFS youth in care – Health News Illinois
State and Chicago leaders cut the ribbon last week on a new Chicago facility that will provide nursing care and mental health support for youths in the state’s care with complex medical needs.
Cook County approves nearly $9.3 billion budget – Health News Illinois
The Cook County Board of Commissioners last week approved a nearly $9.3 billion budget that includes millions in new spending to support healthcare for migrants.
Report: Illinois, Chicago continue to struggle with preterm birth rates – Health News Illinois
Illinois and the city of Chicago continue to rate poorly for premature births, according to a recent report by March of Dimes.