HFS lays out plans for post-federal public health emergency Oct 12, 2021 | Federal Government, Medicaid/Medicare, Top Stories The Department of Healthcare and Family Services told advocates last week it is taking steps to prepare for the end of the federally declared public health emergency.To access this content, you must purchase 1 Year Health News Illinois Subscription or 1 Year Group Subscription - Up to 5 Users, or log in if you are a member.