Author: Tim Stumm
COVID-19 cases decline, hospitalizations stay mostly level
Sep 14, 2022 | COVID-19 Update, Top Stories
As of Monday, 1,278 Illinoisans were in the hospital with COVID-19, down seven from Sunday and up 44 from the prior week.
Study: COVID-19 mitigations affected health of those with disabilities
Jun 22, 2022 | Education, Medical Research, Top Stories
COVID-19 mitigation policies in the U.S. negatively impacted the mental health and well-being of some people with disabilities by affecting their ability to stay active, according to a recent study.
Duly plans $56.4 million medical office building in Schaumburg
Jun 22, 2022 | Top Stories
Duly Health and Care plans to convert former retail space in Schaumburg into a medical office building.
COVID-19 hospitalizations drop from a week ago, cases remain steady
Jun 22, 2022 | coronavirus, COVID-19 Update, Top Stories
COVID-19 hospitalizations in Illinois are down from a week ago, according to recent data from the Department of Public Health, while case numbers are stagnant.
Chicago COVID-19 cases tick up, but plenty of healthcare capacity remains, Arwady says
Apr 27, 2022 | coronavirus, COVID-19 Update, Top Stories
Chicago's top doctor said Tuesday she's pleased with the city's current position with COVID-19.
Review board approves Quincy Medical Group’s proposed 28-bed hospital, birthing center
Apr 27, 2022 | Hospitals, Top Stories
The Illinois Health Facilities and Services Review Board signed off Tuesday on two proposals from Quincy Medical Group, including a plan to construct a 28-bed, small-format hospital.
Durbin proposes requirement for dietary supplements to list products with FDA
Apr 27, 2022 | Top Stories
A new plan introduced Tuesday by U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin, D-Ill., would require dietary supplement manufacturers to list their products with the Food and Drug Administration.
Legislative session focused on nursing homes, addressing workforce
Apr 15, 2022 | Top Stories
Nursing home rate reform, aiding the healthcare workforce and addressing behavioral health were among the key healthcare issues lawmakers focused on during their abbreviated spring session.
Ezike to lead Sinai Chicago
Apr 15, 2022 | Top Stories
Dr. Ngozi Ezike said Thursday that her “next calling” is to help lead Sinai Chicago in addressing the city’s health inequities.
IDPH issues warning over rising COVID-19 cases
Apr 15, 2022 | COVID-19 Update, Top Stories
The Department of Public Health issued a warning Thursday that COVID-19 cases continue to rise across the state.
Chicago to join state in lifting indoor mask mandate on Feb. 28
Feb 23, 2022 | Top Stories
Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot confirmed Tuesday the city will join the rest of the state in lifting its indoor mask mandate in most public places next Monday.
IDPH adds bebtelovimab to available COVID-19 treatments
Feb 23, 2022 | COVID-19 Update, Top Stories
The Illinois Department of Public Health said Tuesday it’s added bebtelovimab to the growing number of monoclonal antibodies available to treat COVID-19.
Senate approves plan for funding of 988 hotline
Feb 23, 2022 | Legislature, Top Stories
The Illinois Senate unanimously signed off last week to fund and maintain the 988 hotline number for those in a mental health crisis.
State officials vow appeal after Sangamon County judge rules against masking, COVID-19 vaccine mandate in schools
Feb 7, 2022 | COVID-19 Update, Top Stories
Illinois officials said they will appeal a Sangamon County judge’s ruling Friday that voided Gov. JB Pritzker’s mandates on masking and COVID-19 vaccination in schools.
HFS working on statewide data exchange platform
Feb 7, 2022 | Top Stories
The head of the Department of Healthcare and Family Services told stakeholders last week they continue their work on a statewide data exchange platform that will provide vital information to the state’s Medicaid providers.