Rochelle Community Hospital celebrated National Wear Red Day on Feb. 6. February is American Heart Month, and RCH staff wore red to raise heart health awareness and celebrate the heart-related services it provides the community.

The Plano Food Pantry is offering free food pick-up on Feb. 20 at the First Lutheran Church in Plano.

He said the closely scrutinized 2019 trip he took to Samoa, which came before a devastating measles outbreak, had “nothing to do with vaccines.” Documents obtained by The Guardian and The Associated Press undermine that testimony

OSF HealthCare Saint Katharine Medical Center is expanding its women’s health team with the addition of Dr. Teressa Alexander and Dr. Armando San Juan to the OB/GYN clinic at Commerce Towers in Dixon.

From Capitol News Illinois: JB Pritzker announced Illinois will join the World Health Organization’s Global Outbreak Alert and Response Network, allowing the state to receive information about diseases and how to respond to them

With the launch of the Kane County Circle of Care, community leaders have brought services that address mental health, early prevention, housing, food instability and childcare together.

The West Suburban Health and Wellness Expo will be held from 5 to 9 p.m. Feb. 4 at at Sandman Sleep, 4400 McCoy Drive, Aurora

On this episode of Talk Line, host Brandon Clark chats with Physician's Assistant Courtney Teller from the Lee County Health Department about Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, birth control, and the resources available to the local community at the LCHD.

Telephone-based mass notification systems are used by thousands of public safety agencies across the U.S. to warn residents about local emergencies, hazards and other threats.

An Aetna health fair will be hosted at Mundelein Church from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 31, at La Iglesia Communidad Cristiana. 342 Townline Road.

Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago plans to build a hospital in Downers Grove, it announced Wednesday morning.

Pinpoint Physical Therapy will host a lunch-and-learn on workplace ergonomics on Tuesday, Feb. 3, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Montgomery Village Hall, 200 N. River St.

Karen Nall, executive director of United Way of Grundy County, said she “looks forward to our continued partnership and this unique opportunity for years to come.”

From Capitol News Illinois: At least 100 people have died from the flu this season in Illinois, with 77 of those deaths occurring this month alone, according to the Illinois Department of Public Health

Dixon's OSF HealthCare Saint Katharine Medical Center – Optometry is reminding the Sauk Valley community about the importance of scheduling an annual eye exam as part of maintaining overall health and wellness.

From Capitol News Illinois: Providers say the $193 million Illinois will receive in federal rural health care grants will cover important updates for rural hospitals, but it won’t make up for cuts to Medicaid

Flu cases remain high and COVID-19 and RSV numbers increasing.

While winter weather can limit outdoor activity, the Sterling Park District offers a wide variety of indoor programs and recreational opportunities that keep residents active, social and engaged throughout the colder months.

The Kane County Health Department will host a free public webinar, “What Families Need to Know About Lead Poisoning,” at 10 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 19.

The program is designed to accommodate all fitness levels, offering a low-impact way for seniors to improve their physical and mental well-being.

The Kendall County Health Department will share the results of a recent community health improvement survey at its Community Health Summit Breakfast on Jan. 29. Registration for the event is full.

“The Herald Angels campaign has been in existence for nearly 30 years, and we are proud that we set another record in 2025,” Steve Vanisko, publisher of The Herald-News.

Being in the cold too long can cause serious health problems. Hypothermia and frostbite are the most common cold-related health problems.

The Lake County Health Department and Community Health Center recommends that residents test the radon levels in their homes and apartments, especially during the winter, when radon levels are highest.

From Capitol News Illinois: In a joint statement from IDPH and the Illinois Department of Human Services released late Tuesday, the agencies confirmed a single case at Shapiro Center — home to adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities

January is Radon Action Month and Illinois health departments are raising awareness about the dangers of the radioactive gas. It's the second leading cause of lung cancer in the nation.

It’s been a year since a measles outbreak began in West Texas, and international health authorities say they will meet in April to determine if the U.S. has lost its measles-free designation

These cuts would have affected “five critical behavioral health and suicide prevention programs, totaling over $5.94 million and affecting hundreds of people and providers,” according to a news release from the Illinois Department of Human Services.

One hour could save a life as a free demonstration of CPR takes place at 1 p.m. Jan. 20 at the Fidelity Drives Conference Center in Fulton.

Highlighted by Mayor Jeff Schielke as one of Batavia’s top future developments in the “State of the Community” address, Ignite Medical Resort Batavia has officially opened its doors.

The DuPage County Health Department is urging residents to take precautions as respiratory illnesses are on the rise

“While alcohol may be a fixture in many of our social settings, its health risks are significant and far-reaching,” said Dr. Abraham Thomas, internal medicine specialist. “There is no ‘safe’ amount of alcohol consumption.”

Cases of flu and other respiratory illnesses are at an increased level after the holidays in Will County, with local hospitals seeing admissions rise.

Dixon’s OSF Saint Katharine announced Thursday, Jan. 8, its 2026 plans to expand family planning services, open an OnCall Urgent Care and offer virtual care options. The announcement comes as OSF HealthCare reaches the one-year mark of merging with the former KSB Hospital

Flu is on the rise in Illinois, the nation and DeKalb County this winter. A Northwestern Medicine physician said it's not too late to get vaccinated. Here's what to know

In a rebuke of Republican leadership, the House passed legislation Thursday, 230-196, that would extend expired health care subsidies for those who get coverage through the Affordable Care Act as renegade GOP lawmakers joined essentially all Democrats in voting for the measure

Mother and son duo Carrie and Declan Sebold took over the KidStrong Batavia fitness center because they know when it comes to kids confidently flexing, it’s about so much more than muscles.

The grant from the William & Beverly Burkardt Family Foundation will help fund improvements to Heritage Square Dixon's rehabilitation room, outdoor gathering areas and entertainment center.

The Rochelle Fire Department saw an increase in total emergency calls in 2025, RFD Chief Dave Sawlsville said Jan. 2.

The REC Center at 802 Jones Road in Rochelle recently celebrated its five-year anniversary.

Lentils may be small in size as compared to other beans and legumes, but they pack a lot of nutrition into that little package.

Illinois is reporting its first influenza death in a child this season

Flu activity in suburban Cook County elevated from high to very high for the week ending Dec. 27, and continues to increase, according to the Cook County Department of Public Health’s respiratory surveillance data.

The U.S. took the unprecedented step Monday of dropping the number of vaccines it recommends for every child -- leaving other immunizations, such as flu shots, open to families to choose but without clear guidance

To make screenings easy and accessible, OSF Saint Katharine offers free blood pressure checks at two convenient locations in Lee and Ogle counties.

Flu activity is very high across Illinois coming out of Christmas week, the Illinois Department of Public Health reported.

According to the McHenry County Department of Health’s respiratory illness surveillance report, respiratory illness as a whole and flu, COVID and RSV are all at peak levels.

Odell Public Library in Morrison will host “Improving Online Health Literacy”, a free, in-person program aimed to increase online health literacy for all ages.

Mercyhealth recently announced it has finalized an affiliation agreement with FHN, effective Jan. 1, 2026.

The report focuses on the areas of access to food and nutrition, maternal and child health, and behavior health and substance use.