Illinois Governor JB Pritzker announced BEACON, a program to streamline access to children's mental health care, in collaboration with Google's Public Sector division.

Robitussin cough syrups were recalled due to microbial contamination, posing risks especially to immunocompromised individuals. Haleon is advising consumers to stop using the affected lots.

Illinois is offering $2 million in training grants through the IDPH to enhance reproductive health services, including abortion care, especially in response to the increased out-of-state demand following the reversal of Roe v. Wade.

On the Roe v. Wade anniversary, Illinois Governor Pritzker reaffirmed the state's commitment to reproductive rights alongside advocates, vowing to keep access to abortion services open.

The Illinois Department of Public Health is offering grants totaling $750,000 to improve sickle cell disease care, with applications open until March 18, 2024.

Governor JB Pritzker announced a $10M grant for SIH Cancer Institute in Carterville, part of the Rebuild Illinois plan, to enhance healthcare infrastructure and patient care.

Illinois saw a 49% increase in out-of-state patients seeking abortions following the 2022 Roe v. Wade overturn, with nearly 17,000 people traveling there.

Attorney General Kwame Raoul and a group of 14 attorneys general support New Jersey's efforts to limit private immigrant detention centers, challenging a lower court ruling in favor of CoreCivic.

The Illinois Department of Public Health warns of a sharp increase in respiratory illnesses and urges vaccinations with rising COVID-19 and flu cases.

The IDPH has submitted the finalized State Health Improvement Plan and State Health Assessment to the Illinois General Assembly, outlining Healthy Illinois 2028 to enhance residents' health and wellbeing.

Chicago hospitals ramp up mask mandates in response to increasing flu, COVID-19, and RSV cases, with Rush requiring masks in patient areas, following Cook County Health's lead.

Illinois health officials warn of a spike in respiratory illnesses, urging precautions like masking and hand hygiene to prevent further spread and hospitalizations.

Illinois health authorities warn of concurrent seasonal illnesses, including flu, COVID-19, and RSV, and urge the public to take precautions during the holidays.