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County officials attributed the balanced proposal to 15 years of fiscal discipline, which allowed local government to absorb severe external financial shocks, including federal funding rollbacks and court-ordered revenue freezes. #cookcounty

For Howard Brown Health, this year's observance is also an opportunity to remind Chicago residents that healthcare should not be limited to addressing one condition or concern at a time. #hiv #aids #prep

The campaign is being led by BigHeart Health CEO Cheryle Jackson, a breast cancer survivor who says her own experience influenced her approach to healthcare and the importance of women making their health a priority. #HerHealthCantWait

Measles is among the most contagious infectious diseases and can spread through the air when an infected person coughs or sneezes. It can also be transmitted through direct contact with respiratory secretions from an infected individual. #measles #vaccine

“Since 2020, changes in how the program operates have created significant challenges for providers across Illinois. Federally qualified health centers in Illinois have lost at least $60 million because of restrictions,” Moeller said. #centerssquare #pharma

Her background includes expanding patient access, improving clinical operations and developing workforce structures designed to strengthen healthcare delivery. #health #meldaansah #howardbrown

Supporters say the law expands access to reproductive health care for teens, while opponents argue parents should be involved in those decisions. #parentalrights #brithcontrol #centersquare

Salad greens scrutinized as cyclosporiasis outbreak spreads (via Capitol News Illinois) - As state and federal officials work to identify the source of the...

McLaughlin said local governments should take advantage of the opportunity to review the program and determine whether they are eligible to file claims.

“Local pharmacies are often one of the most accessible and affordable points of care for working families, seniors, and Medicaid patients — providing medications, vaccinations, and trusted health care services,” Pritzker said in a news release. #pharmacies #distribution #capitolnewsillinois