Carle Richland Memorial Hospital to discontinue pediatric unit – Health News Illinois
Carle Richland Memorial Hospital in Olney plans to discontinue its five-bed pediatric unit, according to a recent application with the Illinois Health Facilities and Services Review Board.
Johnson calls mental health a priority in proposed 2024 budget – Health News Illinois
Mental health initiatives, including the reopening of several clinics, were among the priorities outlined Wednesday by Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson in his proposed $16.6 billion spending plan.
Advocate Condell Ambulatory Surgery Center in Libertyville plans to add pain management services – Health News Illinois
Advocate Condell Ambulatory Surgery Center plans to add pain management services to its existing ambulatory surgical treatment center in Libertyville, according to a recent application with the Illinois Health Facilities Services Review Board.
Durbin, Kelly propose increased access to broadband services for low-income individuals – Health News Illinois
Sen. Dick Durbin, D-Ill., has joined Rep. Robin Kelly, D-Matteson, on a proposal to boost access to broadband services for underserved communities.
HFS says nursing home rate reform has made progress in addressing staffing – Health News Illinois
A representative from the Department of Healthcare and Family Services said last week they are starting to see success with nursing home rate reform addressing staffing issues.
Illinois ranks 15th for health of women, children – Health News Illinois
Illinois ranks 15th nationally when it comes to the health of women and children, according to a report released by the United Health Foundation last week.
Rush, Gift of Hope plan new organ donor care center – Health News Illinois
Rush University System for Health will partner with Gift of Hope Organ & Tissue Donor Network to establish Illinois’ first hospital-based donor care center, the organizations announced Monday.
Google plans medical clinic at Chicago office – Health News Illinois
Google said this week it plans to open an on-site wellness center at its Chicago office.
Preckwinkle unveils $9.1 billion budget proposal – Health News Illinois
Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle released a $9.1 billion budget plan on Thursday, which includes hundreds of millions in healthcare spending to address medical debt and behavioral health services.
Zuckerberg-backed biomedical research hub launches in Chicago – Health News Illinois
A new biomedical research hub backed by Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg and his wife, Dr. Priscilla Chan, launched Thursday in Chicago.