Listeria outbreak linked to peaches, plums, and nectarines from HMC Farms leads to nationwide recall. Illinois among affected states.

Amid rising COVID-19 hospitalizations in Illinois, health officials urge strict adherence to safety protocols during the expected holiday travel surge.

Warning issued for recalled childrens applesauce pouches with potential high lead levels, due to confirmed contamination cases.

IDPH urges Illinoisans to observe food safety and prevent respiratory viruses ahead of Thanksgiving.

Illinois declares Nov 18-24 as Antibiotic Awareness Week to educate about responsible antibiotic use and counter antimicrobial resistance.

Memorial Behavioral Health receives a 3.1M grant to enhance services and address homelessness, mental health, and crime in Springfield, Illinois.

Chicagos mental health system faces access barriers for immigrants and uninsured residents, says a new study by the Collaborative for Community Wellness.

Rise in COVID-19 cases among residents and staff at Illinois Veterans Home, Manteno, has led to increased safety measures and diligent testing.

Illinois health director promotes COVID-19 vaccinations amid a 13 statewide elevation in hospitalizations, promising full protection by Thanksgiving.

Doctors at Northwestern Medicine use breast implants in a life-saving double-lung transplant, marking medical innovation breakthrough.

Reflecting on Peoria's botulism outbreak 40 years ago, the survivors' long-term health struggles and the importance of food safety.

Illinois invests 3.5M in youth mental health to combat COVID-19 effects, providing funds to health departments, schools, and care centers.

Data breach at Cook County Health exposes personal information of over 1.2 million patients amid rising cybersecurity concerns in healthcare.