Advocacy for revised public charge regulations led by Illinois AG Raoul aims to prioritize immigrant health and welfare.

IDPH launches Tis the Sneezin campaign to combat healthcare threats from flu, COVID-19, and RSV in Illinois.

CDPH highlights importance of breast cancer screenings and shares resources for diagnosis and treatment, stressing higher risk for Black women.

NorthShore-Edward-Elmhurst hospitals in Chicago appoint three women as new presidents, signifying strides towards gender equality in healthcare leadership.

Stroger Hospital settles two medical malpractice suits for 8.6M, emphasizing the need for improved patient care and monitoring.

Chicago Department of Public Health offers updated COVID-19 vaccines, and annual flu shots.

Attorney General Kwame Raoul and a coalition of attorneys general urge the federal government to ensure equal access to mental health and substance use services by implementing stronger regulations and addressing compliance failures.

As Howard Brown Health Workers United votes in favor of a potential strike, the union calls for a fair contract, addressing ongoing concerns such as wage inequity and lack of gender-affirming healthcare coverage for employees.

Illinois reports its first measles case in 4 years, highlighting the importance of vaccination and raising questions about potential exposure locations.

Jury awards $55.5 million to man who suffered brain damage during birth at UIC hospital in a landmark case.

104-year-old Dorothy Hoffner skydives into the history books, demonstrating that age is just a number and inspiring others to continue pursuing their passions.

Northwestern University researchers and Chicago-based startup CellTrans secure $45 million in ARPA-H funding to develop an implantable device to detect and treat cancer, aiming to revolutionize cancer therapy and cut cancer-related deaths by 50%.

Chicago faces a blood shortage crisis, with dangerously low blood donation levels prompting urgent calls for people to step up and donate. Learn how you can help!