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Top News from HNI
CDPH launches suicide prevention initiative
May 2, 2024
The Chicago Department of Public Health on Wednesday launched a new initiative to provide free training on suicide prevention tactics.
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24 Illinois hospitals receive A grades in latest Leapfrog rankings
May 2, 2024
Twenty-four of 111 Illinois hospitals studied by the Leapfrog Group received top marks on patient safety, according to a report released Wednesday.
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House approves ballot initiative regarding in vitro fertilization
May 2, 2024
Illinois voters this fall could have the chance to weigh in on protections for in vitro fertilization, under a bill approved Wednesday by the House.
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NAMI Illinois to launch west central region office
May 1, 2024
The National Alliance on Mental Illness' Illinois branch said this week it will launch a new affiliate in Mount Sterling to better serve residents in the west-central region of the state.
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Durbin, Garcia propose update to national lead prevention measures
May 1, 2024
Two of Illinois’ federal lawmakers want to update national regulations related to lead poisoning.
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Lawmakers consider proposal regulating ‘DIY’ teeth straightening
May 1, 2024
Lawmakers are set to consider legislation this week to address what dentists say is a growing concern around do-it-yourself teeth straighteners.
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Five Illinois organizations receive over $5 million to improve maternal and infant health
Apr 30, 2024
Five Illinois organizations will receive more than $5 million in federal funds to improve maternal and infant healthcare.
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American Lung Association calls for action after releasing report on air pollution
Apr 30, 2024
Five Illinois counties received failing grades for unhealthy levels of smog over a three-year period, per an American Lung Association report released last week.
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On the record with Illinois State Medical Society President Dr. Piyush Vyas
Apr 26, 2024
The Illinois State Medical Society announced earlier this month that Dr. Piyush Vyas will serve as its new president.
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Press Releases
Press Releases
LatestIDPH’s Healthy Illinois Survey gets underway
by Ryan Voyles | Apr 18, 2024 | Press Releases | 0
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has announced the start of the 2024 Healthy Illinois Survey, a statewide effort to compile essential data on the current state of health and wellness and areas where public health can be improved.
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OSF HealthCare Cancer Institute welcomes first proton therapy patient
by Ryan Voyles | Apr 1, 2024 | Press Releases | 0
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Cook County Department of Public Health unveils graphic novel campaign
by Ryan Voyles | Mar 28, 2024 | Press Releases | 0
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Medicare/Medicaid
Medicaid rolls dip slightly in February
Apr 24, 2024
The state’s Medicaid managed care rolls dropped by nearly 1 percent in February, according to recent data from the Department of Healthcare and Family Services.
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Insurance
Pritzker begins statewide tour touting insurance reform
Apr 23, 2024
Gov. JB Pritzker embarked Monday on the first stop of a planned weeklong tour to highlight an effort to reform the insurance sector.
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Advocate Aurora sells two companies
Apr 26, 2024
Advocate Aurora Health, which owns Advocate Health Care, has approved the sale of two health tech companies its investment arm purchased, according to a recently released financial report.
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