The FDA has issued a recall for mislabeled decaf ground coffee sold in 15 states, including Illinois, due to safety concerns for those needing caffeine-free diets.

Illinois DCFS to receive a $9,200 donation and childcare items from Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority at their conference.

A bald eagle with suspected bird flu died in Indiana, and another likely died from the virus in Illinois, signaling avian influenza's spread to wildlife.

Pope Francis, in critical condition from a lung infection and an asthmatic respiratory crisis, remains hospitalized with global prayers for his recovery.

Attorneys general from 22 states sued to stop cuts to medical research funding by the Trump administration, emphasizing the impact on public health and economic growth.

Planned Parenthood of Illinois introduces medication abortion services via the PPDirect app, amid clinic closures and efforts to enhance reproductive care access.

AIM, a medical device company, agrees to a $1 million fine to settle a federal fraud probe over misbranded gear.

Attorney General Raoul leads a 22-state coalition suing to stop a Trump administration policy reducing NIH funds for research facility operations, fearing weakened global health innovation and public health impacts.

UI Health was sued after allegedly canceling a transgender teen's surgery due to Trump's executive order, prompting advocacy groups and protesters to take action.

IDPH launched a dashboard for detailed tracking of firearm violence in Illinois, aiming to support data-driven policies and programs to combat this public health crisis.

A new $30 million Health Wellness Center opens in Chicago's Humboldt Park, aimed at tackling local health disparities with services catering to chronic health issues.

The Illinois HFS has filed a report to enhance access and affordability of gene and cell therapy for Medicaid patients, focusing on equitable healthcare.

The Illinois Department of Public Health added four new women's health conditions to the list eligible for medical cannabis treatment, including endometriosis and ovarian cysts.