The renovation of the new cafeteria, which will open Monday, May 11, marks the final phase of CGH Medical Center’s extensive hospital lobby renovation project that began in 2023.

More than two dozen passengers from at least 12 different countries left a cruise ship hit by a deadly hantavirus outbreak on April 24 without contact tracing, nearly two weeks after the first passenger died on board, the ship operator and Dutch officials said Thursday

A Carol Stream Cubs fan and kidney recipient threw out the ceremonial first pitch at Wednesday's Cubs game and reunited at the ballpark with Chicagoan Thomas Alessio, a White Sox fan who donated the kidney to her nearly six years ago.

New research and Illinois doctors point to obesity, diabetes and smoking as key drivers behind a troubling rise in heart disease among younger adults

Members of the Illinois Nurses Association gathered outside Saint Joseph Medical Center in Joliet on Monday to express concerns about Prime Healthcare's management of that hospital and others in Illinois.

A lawsuit filed Monday takes aim at companies that sell legal marijuana in Illinois and other states, claiming they don't do enough to warn people about the mental health risks. Two McHenry County attorneys are involved.

Cary Barber Shop owner, who regularly hosts community events at her shop, receives community support after fighting a rare bacterial infection.

The Millie Moo Foundation in Hillsdale has been selected as the first-place recipient of the ninth annual Sterling Federal Bank Charity Challenge, earning the top award of $20,000 to support pediatric cancer families and fund agricultural scholarships.

Resthave Care and Rehabilitation in Morrison has recently received several generous donations.

From Capitol News Illinois: The Illinois State Board of Education is asking lawmakers this year for $200,000 to develop a new way of counting low-income students as participation in federal assistance programs declines.

This screening is part of a broader initiative led by SVVOR and ROE No. 47 to explore the potential development of a recovery high school in the Sauk Valley region, with a proposed location in Rock Falls.

The drive will take place from 4-6 p.m. Thursday, May 14, at the Dixon Township Building.

Lone Star ticks have historically been found in the South and Eastern portion of the U.S., but have been rapidly migrating into the Midwest over the past few years, due to climate change and rising temperatures, health officials said

From the Illinois Answers Project: Mental health courts have proliferated across Illinois in recent decades. Now, the state has 31 courts across 25 counties. There’s at least one in most of the state’s judicial circuits, but about two million Illinoisans are still left out.

Despite limited research and transparency, Illinois counties have continued to launch new mental health courts, and advocates call for more, raising big questions about fiscal accountability and oversight

Exxxxxxxxxxxxcellence in execution: An Oregon man has rolled more than 70 perfect 300 games and dozens of 800 series on the bowling alley. From faith to family roots and decades of Monday nights, it’s the people and passion that keep Josh Grove coming back to the lanes.

Kye Petric, co-owner of In2gr8 Pediatric Therapy with Brittney Higgins, a licensed occupational therapist, said Higgins will start seeing patients on May 4.

President Donald Trump on Thursday announced a deal with drugmaker Regeneron to lower the cost of its pharmaceutical products as part of the White House’s signature drug pricing initiative.

OSF HealthCare Saint Katharine Medical Center is teeing up a new tradition that brings together fun, fellowship and philanthropy with the inaugural OSF Saint Katharine Golf Outing on July 9 at Timber Creek Golf Course in Dixon.

When Democrats came out swinging, Kennedy became more defiant, even at times screaming his rebuttals — though some of them didn’t align with the facts

For those of us who think all this talk about breathing exercises for better health is a bunch of foo-foo, science disagrees, writes Joan Budilovsky.

Attorneys representing Prime Healthcare, the company that owns St. Mary’s Hospital in Kankakee, filed a motion asking for sanctions against Kankakee County State’s Attorney's office.

House Bill 5225 would enable qualified speech-language pathologists to diagnose autism spectrum disorder if the child is under 3 years old and has no co-occurring medical conditions.

Proceeds from the annual Childerguild Ball, gift shop sales and club donations made the donation to the New Lenox hospital possible.

Riverside Healthcare has been strategically allocating capital spending toward PET/CT scanners, which use noninvasive imaging to detect a range of conditions.

OSF HealthCare is welcoming Chris Herbert to OSF Saint Katharine Center for Health – Sterling, where he will begin seeing patients April 23.

Regular foot care is essential for anyone living with diabetes, and daily foot checks can prevent small problems from turning into serious infections, according to OSF HealthCare podiatric surgeon Dr. Kyle Swanson.

Local physicians say loneliness, anxiety, and lifestyle shifts are contributing to long-term health risks for millennials

The Kane County Health Department recently announced its Integrated Referral and Intake System, or IRIS, surpassed 15,000 referrals.

Doctors in northern Illinois say young adults often appear healthy but are increasingly impacted by overdoses, chronic disease, and stress-driven health issues

State public health data shows that measles vaccination rates among Illinois schoolchildren are above the threshold recommended to prevent outbreaks of the highly contagious viral infection

Based on estimates of Illinois' gambling problem, approximately 5,000 adults in Kane County may currently be experiencing a gambling disorder, which can share risk factors with substance abuse, experts say.

The flexible Healthy Endeavors for Kids curriculum, available in English and Spanish, requires no clinical background to deliver, making it accessible for teachers, youth leaders and community staff, Endeavor said.

Morrison Community Hospital has announced that Dr. David Powers joined the hospital April 1.

The Prophetstown library will host CPR training from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Thursday, May 7.

The National Alliance on Mental Illness McHenry County’s upcoming annual gala has a new name and venue this year.

Research!America, a nonprofit alliance that advocates for science, discovery and innovation to achieve better health for all, is pleased to announce its selection of Russ Paulsen as its next president and chief executive officer, effective May 4.

We Care Pregnancy Clinic offers free services including pregnancy tests, ultrasounds, parenting education classes, where people can earn material goods like diapers, and more.

The Ogle County Health Department will be closing its Rochelle office and consolidating all staff and services at its 907 Pines Road office in Oregon effective June 1, OCHD Public Health Administrator Melissa Spangler said April 9.

From bleeding to narrow stools, patients across northern Illinois say early signs of colorectal cancer were missed. What doctors say to watch for

Alcohol-related problems are among the most significant public health issues in the country.

Guest speaker will be Eileen Detra, who teaches fitness classes, Silver Fit and Sit to be Fit, at Prophetstown Park District.

Officially opening April 1, Cary Apothecary is expanding with wellness offerings with services like massages and Reiki sessions.

Residents of St. Charles might be sensing some sticker-shock on upcoming utility bills. The city is projecting $417 million in sewer and water improvements over the next decade. To help cover the costs, the city is eyeing utility rate increases for rate payers over four years.

Athletico Physical Therapy of Oregon recently welcomed Dr. Pam Plachno back to Oregon to provide patient care.

Kankakee 4th Ward Alderwoman Danita Grant Swanson could have simply thrown in the towel, but that is not in her nature as she battles illness.

Sunflower Park playground in Yorkville is undergoing a massive rebuild, bringing some first-in-the-city inclusive play features designed to inspire children and break down barriers. The refurbished equipment is being donated to bring joy to kids across the world.

The Kane County Health Department is recognizing several national awareness events in April, including Week of the Young Child, National Home Visiting Week and Child Abuse Prevention Month,

Youths ages 14 to 18 can register for the 4-H ServSafe Manager Certification Course. The course teaches food safety principles, proper food handling and sanitation, food-borne illness prevention and leadership in food service environments.

The shift could restore treatment options for menopausal women who were discouraged from using hormone replacement therapy, even when they might benefit