Category: Population Health

Advocates release new report showing benefits of health coverage for undocumented individuals

by Ryan Voyles | Apr 29, 2024 | Legislature, Population Health, Top Stories | 0

A report backed by advocates of Illinois’ programs that provide Medicaid-like coverage for undocumented adults shows insurance coverage for the population improves the health and well-being of families and communities. […]

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Pritzker pledges support for services to address racial disparities in homelessness

by Ryan Voyles | Apr 26, 2024 | Population Health, Top Stories | 0

Black Illinoisans are eight times more likely to be unhoused than white Illinoisans, according to a state report released Thursday.

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Chicago City Council approves $70 million for asylum seeker services

by Ryan Voyles | Apr 22, 2024 | Population Health, Top Stories | 0

The Chicago City Council signed off Friday on Mayor Brandon Johnson’s plan to allocate an additional $70 million to house, feed and provide other services to asylum seekers.

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