Health

Pritzker said it’s his goal to get “universal health care,” and his steps are moving in that direction. #migrants

The U.S. has one of the highest maternal mortality rates in the developed world. #materalmortality

The new law allows the OIG to report workers who engage in such misconduct to Illinois’ existing Health Care Worker Registry, which would bar them from working in any health care setting in the state. #abuse

The public health emergency declaration ended on May 11, 2023, causing Medicaid Continuous Enrollment and other Medicaid flexibilities to end as well. #medicaid

During a difficult budget climate, we greatly appreciate the legislature’s vote of confidence and willingness to continue investing in the community health centers... #health

Flavored products, especially e-cigarettes, are driving youth use and also increasing instances of severe respiratory illnesses and hospitalizations amongst youth and adults. #vape

Nouri also cited the state’s Reproductive Health Act, a 2019 law that, among other things, stipulates fetuses do not have independent rights in the state of Illinois. #murder #fetus

Because the individuals are not citizens, the federal government does not match the state’s contributions to the program. #healthcare

The four-minute procedure to open the blood-brain barrier is performed with the patient awake, and patients go home after a few hours. #northwestern

The bill, which already has bipartisan support in Congress and the backing of numerous medical associations and advocacy groups, is championed by Buffalo Bills player Damar Hamlin, who suffered a cardiac crisis during an NFL game in January. #AEDS