Nevada State University to Become a Tobacco-Free Campus This Fall
LAS VEGAS—On Monday, August 25, the first day of the fall semester, Nevada State University will join more than 2,100 colleges and universities nationwide—including the University of Nevada, Las Vegas and the University of Nevada, Reno—that have adopted 100% tobacco-free campus policies. The smoke-free and tobacco-free campus policy, approved by Nevada State University (NSU) leadership […]
Mississippi health officials declare emergency over infant mortality rate
The Mississippi State Department of Health on Thursday declared a public health emergency in response to a rising infant mortality rate in the state – most of which is occurring among Black babies. In 2024, Mississippi saw its highest rate of infant deaths in over a decade. Wake up informed Get the latest Mississippi news […]
Northwestern Memorial Hospital files $96.5 million plan to upgrade ICU
Northwestern Memorial Hospital has asked state regulators to approve plans for a $96.5 million upgrade of its intensive care units.
UI Health suspends gender-affirming surgeries for youths
UI Health will discontinue gender-affirming surgeries for youths, the latest provider in the state to cease such services.
Pritzker signs law to implement mental health screenings in public schools
Gov. JB Pritzker signed off Thursday on a plan that lays the groundwork for Illinois to become the first state to implement universal mental health screenings in public schools.
Silver Cross Health System plans $20.6 million medical office building in Lemont
Silver Cross Health System has asked state regulators to approve a nearly $20.6 million plan for a new medical office building in Lemont.
IPHA receives state grant to support community health workers
The Illinois Public Health Association has received a multi-year state grant to create a campaign to support and promote community health workers.
Hillsboro Health plans $28.6 million modernization
Hillsboro Health has asked state regulators to OK a $28.6 million modernization of its 25-bed hospital.
Illinois leaders reiterate state law requires access to life-saving emergency room treatment
Illinois leaders reaffirmed Wednesday that state law requires pregnant women to have access to the full range of life-saving care, including abortions, when they are in emergency rooms.
Panelists discuss effects of federal changes to medical research, potential cap on indirect costs
A panel of experts joined Health News Illinois this week to discuss the state of medical research, specifically in light of major upheaval at the National Institutes of Health that […]