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.

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson gets COVID-19 shot, encourages citizens to get flu and COVID-19 vaccines amidst dual virus threats.

Expect a chilly Halloween in Chicago with predicted snowfall freezing temperatures, according to the National Weather Service and NBC 5.

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.