Health

Jenn Skelley of Homer Glen said she had no idea her five-month-old son had a congenital heart disease until 36 hours before his open heart surgery.

After going into remission in November, John Block, 26, of Romeoville, found out in May that his leukemia is back. His best option is a bone marrow transplant. But because he's adopted and is multiracial, finding that match is challenging.

The Leapfrog Group recently gave Morris Hospital its eighth straight A for patient safety, according to a news release from Morris Hospital.

The Lee County Health Department is giving away home COVID-19 tests, condoms, radon tests and other freebies from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Steward city park shelter, and from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday at the Dixon Riverfront pavilion.

The U.S. formula shortage has left parents in Will, Grundy counties struggling to find it to feed their babies. But help is available. Here's how to access it.

Flu season typically runs October April. But health care professionals in Will and Grundy counties are still diagnosing cases.

The Lee County Health Department is giving away home COVID-19 tests, condoms, radon tests and other freebies from 2 to 3 p.m. Friday in front of Fresh Mart, 121 N. Elm St.

The Leapfrog Group, an independent watchdog organization, collects, analyzes and disseminates data on patient safety and then assigns a letter grade. Grades are updated twice a year. Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox has received 15 As in a row.

Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox feels its nurses show kindness to patients in numerous ways.

The cause of a rare hepatitis in children is not yet identified. Contact your pediatrician if you notice any symptoms.

Versiti Blood Center will be at the hospital for the drive. Versiti supplies blood products for Morris Hospital so donors will help replenish the local supply.

U.S. Rep. Bill Foster presented the Will-Grundy Medical Clinic with a $300,000 check to help with its renovations.

Professional Research Consultants Inc. awarded 11 of Excellence in Healthcare awards to Morris Hospital based on ratings from patient experience surveys.

Lithotripsy altered kidney stone treatment with its ability to remove stones by shock waves instead of surgery. The technology now makes it easier for doctors at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox to place stents in patients with severely calcified coronary artery disease.

Amy Bohland said she helps patients be active participants in their health.