Health

A salmonella outbreak linked to a large egg recall has made dozens of people sick in seven states in the West and Midwest, federal health officials said Saturday.

State Rep. Bradley Fritts, R-Dixon. will host a prescription drug dropoff event from 9-11 a.m. Tuesday, June 10, in the Rochelle City Hall parking lot.

Prime Healthcare, the new owners of St. Mary's - Kankakee, said the hospital's pulmonology service continue, despite recent rumors to the contrary.

Prime Healthcare outlines losses at its hospitals in Joliet and Kankakee in response to Illinois senators.

Prime Healthcare says it is consolidating certain positions, and jobs will be offered elsewhere.

The Bureau County Family Health clinic opened on Friday, June 6, 2025 inside the Bureau County Health Department in Princeton. The clinic provides women’s health {including prenatal care, postpartum care, menopause and hormone specialty} and primary care (encompassing all ages and stages of life). The clinic is open Mondays and Thursday’s from 9a.m.-7p.m. and Tuesday’s and Wednesday’s from 10a.m.-6p.m. closed Fridays. They can be reached at 815-880-8596.

The team behind the recreational cannabis dispensary hopes for a soft opening as soon as mid-June.

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has directed the Food and Drug Administration to review the nutrients and other ingredients in infant formula, which fills the bottles of millions of American babies

Terminally ill Illinoisans may have the legal option to end their own life with the help of a physician next year under a bill approved by lawmakers

The drive, sponsored by the SVCC Student Activities and Student Government Association, invites students, faculty, staff and the community to help save lives through blood donation.

The Boys and Girls Club of Joliet recently renovated its second floor as a community space for teens and a dedicated location for teen programming.

Whether enjoying the waters at your local pool or your favorite beach, it is important to protect yourself from illness, prevent the spread of germs, and practice safe swimming.  

The new variant is called NB.1.8.1. It arrives as the United States’ official stance on COVID-19 vaccination is changing

OSF HealthCare Saint Clare Medical Center in Princeton has named Biatris Escatel, a registered nurse on the medical/surgical acute unit, as the recipient of its 2025 DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses.

The clinic starts at 8 a.m. and is by appointment only.

100+ Women Who Care of Will County has made their last big check presentation of their 2024-2025 giving year, presenting over $9,000 to Legacy Ranch in Lockport.

DeWalt: Just how much protein is enough? What is too little? Is it possible to get too much? Before we answer those questions, we need to understand what protein is and why our bodies need it. 

The U.S. saw a small increase in measles cases this week, an indicator that outbreaks are slowing down, though exposures at a busy airport in Colorado and a Shakira concert in New Jersey are keeping public health experts on their toes

Increased scrutiny of childhood vaccines — credited with saving millions of people from deadly diseases — figures prominently in the report

Prime Healthcare cuts at hospitals in Joliet, Kankakee and Aurora target of critical letter from Senators Durbin and Duckworth

Prime Healthcare cuts at hospitals in Joliet, Kankakee and Aurora target of critical letter from Senators Durbin and Duckworth

The Trump administration is reported to be slashing a $56 million annual grant program for the training and distribution of Narcan, a nasal spray that is credited with saving lives from opioid overdoses.

The Dixon City Council has approved an agreement with OSF HealthCare marking its commitment to providing care to low-income and uninsured patients.

The DAISY Award is an international recognition program that celebrates the extraordinary clinical skill and compassionate care nurses provide every day.

“Rabies is a preventable disease that can be fatal if not treated properly,” said Alpesh Patel, chief epidemiologist for the Will County Health Department. "We want our residents to be informed of the potential dangers of rabid animals and stay away from bats."

It doesn't take a long trip outside to find someone blowing their nose or stuck in a terrible sneezing fit. Dr. Hetal Amin from Morris Hospital says she's seen an increase in patients suffering from allergies having more symptoms that are lasting longer.

The Trump administration is reported to be slashing a $56 million annual grant program for the training and distribution of Narcan, a nasal spray that is credited with saving lives from opioid overdoses.

The Illinois Department of Public Health has detected the first mosquitoes of the season to be positive with West Nile virus were found over the weekend in Rockford.

Read the transcript from our Talk-Line interview featuring the Community and Personal Health Director of the Lee County Health Department, Jenny Conderman.

The Illinois Department of Public Health is encouraging the public to be aware of ticks to prevent the spread of Lyme disease during these warm weather months.

The TALK-LINE interview for May 12 featured the Community and Personal Health Director of the Lee County Health Department, Jenny Conderman

The SafeSitter Essentials with CPR course prepares students in grades 6-8 to care for younger children and handle emergencies. The one-day class will run from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 14, at the RiverWorks Coworking building, 114 E. Everett St. in Dixon.

Read the transcript from our latest podcast: State Rep. Amy “Murri” Briel, D-Ottawa, talks with Shaw Local reporter Bill Freskos about rural healthcare access, the state of local hospitals and more

State Rep. Amy “Murri” Briel, D-Ottawa, talks with Shaw Local reporter Bill Freskos about rural healthcare access, the state of local hospitals and her objectives in the Illinois General Assembly

The Lake County Health Department and Community Health Center and its partners are hosting free community events to educate about sexually transmitted infections; encourage routine screening, preventative care and treatment; and emphasize vulnerable populations.

The event will take place in the parking lot of the Mendota Civic Center, 1901 Tom Merwin Drive in Mendota.

Shorewood recently issued a new business license to Prime Healthcare Illinois Medical Group for a medical practice in Shorewood.

The Silver Cross Health Center in Mokena is going beyond urgent care to now off lab services, ultrasounds and other tests.

This achievement makes Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox part of an elite group of hospitals – only 31 in the U.S. and seven in Illinois – to earn consistent straight A’s twice a year for the past 10 years in a row.

The Chicago Department of Public Health and Cook County Department of Public Health have reported two confirmed measles cases, marking the first for Cook County this year

Prime Healthcare's decision to close its pediatric unit at Saint Joseph Medical Center means adults only will be admitted to the hospital. ER care for kids will remain open.

The publicly available data was collected by the Illinois State Board of Education.

A Swedish study suggests a link between playing golf and longer life expectancy, highlighting the sport’s health benefits.

Illinois sees first measles case in 2025; IDPH urges residents to check MMR vaccinations

It's been a remarkable, hard-fought recovery for former village commissioner Rich Kulovany.

The public is invited to participate in the Safe Kane County Drive-Thru Pickup event from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, April 25 at the parking lot of the Circuit Clerk's Office, 540 S. Randall Road, St. Charles.

Saint Joseph Medical Center in Joliet will be closing down its inpatient pediatric unit but will continue to provide emergency services for pediatric patients, Prime Healthcare said.

U.S. health officials on Tuesday said they would phase out petroleum-based artificial colors in the nation’s food supply, potentially triggering an ingredients overhaul for scores of brightly hued products on American store shelves

The new owner of Saint Joseph Medical Center in Joliet plans to shut down its inpatient pediatrics unit.

The move will take effect Wednesday, April 30.