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2024 Healthy Illinois Survey begins for comprehensive health data

WEBSPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS) — A statewide survey will assess a variety of health metrics to provide clear picture of public health needs across Illinois. The Illinois …

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CDC releases new guidelines for respiratory illnesses

WEBUpdated Mon, March 4th 2024 at 6:26 PM. A KN95 face mask. (WLUK/Scott Hurley) SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS) — The CDC just updated its guidelines for COVID-19, RSV, …

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First 2024 bird with West Nile virus found in Illinois, residents

WEBThe Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) reports the first bird to test positive for West Nile virus in Illinois for 2024 in Douglas County. The specimen was …

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COVID-19 vaccine available to anyone 16+ in Sangamon County

WEBCOVID-19 vaccine eligibility in Sangamon County is expanding again. The Sangamon County Department of Public Health is allowing anyone 16 years and older …

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Vaccinations now open to 18+ in Morgan County

WEBJACKSONVILLE, Ill. (WICS/WRSP) — All Morgan County residents age 18 and older can now sign up to get their COVID-19 vaccination. The next vaccine clinic is …

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Sangamon County Public Health Directors says COVID-19 …

WEBSpringfield, Ill. (WICS) — The CDC is reporting that Sangamon County is at medium risk of COVID-19 based on the number of admissions. But Sangamon County …

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New COVID-19 guidelines for Illinois healthcare workers

WEBThe new guidelines go into effect on Monday, Oct. 17. The updated executive order removes the weekly testing requirements for unvaccinated healthcare …

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IDPH asks for feedback on new State Health Improvement Plan

WEBSPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS) — The Illinois Department of Public Health and the State Board of Health are hosting public hearings on the new state health …

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State officials announce new mental health funding for …

WEBSPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS) — State officials have awarded several agencies with new funding to boost mental health services for youth and adolescents. The grant …

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Non-COVID-19 virus landing more Sangamon County kids in the …

WEBWhile COVID-19 for central Illinois children is a concern, health officials are seeing more hospitalizations from a different respiratory virus. There is a an …

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Gov. Pritzker addresses concerns over cost for healthcare to

WEBUpdated Wed, June 7th 2023 at 6:28 PM. State capitol (Julia Rosier) SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS) — Governor Pritzker today addressed the money allocated towards giving …

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Free colon cancer test kits available ay drive-thru events

WEBSPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS) — Memorial Health is offering free take-home screening tests for colon cancer at several upcoming drive-thru events in Decatur, …

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Illinois COVID-19 hotline numbers

WEBIllinois Department of Public Health - 1-800-889-3931, [email protected]. Sangamon County Department of Public Health 217-321 …

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Pritzker and IDPH announce new funding for mental health …

WEBSPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS) — Several agencies are getting new funding for new mental health services. Governor Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Public …

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Family of Auburn man hospitalized with COVID-19 takes Memorial …

WEBThe national debate over Ivermectin as a potential treatment for COVID-19 has arrived in the Capital City. The family of an Auburn, Illinois man hospitalized with …

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Sangamon County starts flu vaccine clinics

WEBSPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS/WRSP) — Flu season is here and the Sangamon County Department of Public Health (SCDPH) is reminding people to get their flu shot. …

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New name for Memorial Medical Center

WEBMemorial Medical Center is getting a brand new name and look next month. It will soon be known as Springfield Memorial Hospital. It all comes with a new name and …

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Blue Cross Blue Shield, Springfield Clinic reach new agreement

WEBSPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS) — Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois and Springfield Clinic officially announced Friday that they reached a new agreement, and …

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HSHS Good Shepherd Hospital earns Critical Access Hospital …

WEBThis designation signifies the hospital's dedication to meeting the unique needs of the local community and providing essential medical care to those who need it …

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Ribbon cutting for Planned Parenthood Health Center in Southern …

WEBRibbon cutting for Planned Parenthood Health Center in Southern Illinois. CARBONDALE, Ill. (WICS) — Planned Parenthood of Illinois (PPIL) held a ribbon …

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