On the record with the Illinois Psychiatric Society’s Dr. Andrew Lancia
The Illinois Psychiatric Society recently unveiled its blueprint for improving mental healthcare in the state.
Pritzker administration launches initiative to address homelessness
Gov. JB Pritzker joined stakeholders Wednesday to launch the next step in an initiative aimed at addressing homelessness in the state.
HSHS’ Boatwright to serve as board chair of Catholic Health Association
Hospital Sisters Health System CEO Damond Boatwright will serve as the next board chair of the national Catholic Health Association.
Audit: More oversight needed on administration of PBMs in Illinois
The Department of Healthcare and Family Services should do more to monitor the administration of pharmacy benefit managers operating in Illinois, according to a recent report from the Office of the Auditor General.
St. Margaret’s Health: Cyberattack played role in planned closure of Spring Valley hospital
A top official from St. Margaret’s Health said this week that its plan to close its Spring Valley hospital at the end of this week is partially due to a 2021 cyberattack that impacted its computer systems.
Report: Black Chicagoans continue to face significant health disparities
Black Chicagoans continue to face significant health disparities, including a 10-year life expectancy gap compared to white residents, according to a recent report from the Chicago Urban League.
Vohra seeks greater input from State Board of Health
Illinois’ top doctor said last week he hopes to better engage the State Board of Health to develop guidance and policies for the Department of Public Health.
Haymarket Center receives federally qualified health center look-alike designation
Chicago-based Haymarket Center has received a Federally Qualified Health Center Look-Alike designation from the U.S. Health Resources & Services Administration, the organization announced last week.
Flores highlights efforts to address racial disparities in Illinois
Deputy Governor Sol Flores said last week that Illinois is making strides to address racial disparities in health.
Planned Parenthood of Illinois reports 54 percent increase in abortion patients in first year post-Roe
Planned Parenthood of Illinois said Monday its clinics have seen a 54 percent increase in abortion patients in the first year since the U.S. Supreme Court overturned the constitutional right to the procedure.