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Chronic wasting disease detected in four additional Illinois counties

Silence DoGood - April 13, 2025

CWD is an always-fatal neurological disease that affects the long-term health of white-tailed deer in Illinois. #disease

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IDPH Offers Recommendations for Avoiding Respiratory Viruses as Seasonal Illnesses Increase

Silence DoGood - January 7, 2025

IDPH’s Seasonal Respiratory Illness Dashboard indicates that emergency department (ED) visits for Acute Respiratory Illness topped 21% in the week ending December 28, up from 17% the previous week. #health

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IDPH Steps Up Data Collection to Control Sharp Rise In Congenital Syphilis Cases

Silence DoGood - June 16, 2024

“Every child born in Illinois can and should be protected from acquiring congenital syphilis." #idph

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As state continues to inventory lead pipes, full replacement deadlines are decades away

Cole Longcor | Capitol News Illinois - April 14, 2024

While the inventory reports must be submitted to the IEPA by April 15, it is not clear when line replacements will be completed, and state law lays out a decadeslong process. #leadwaterpipes

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Illinois Sees Welcome Decline in Seasonal Respiratory Viruses in Latest Data

Silence DoGood - February 4, 2024

The state's overall respiratory illness level decreased from Low to Minimal... #covid #cold #flu

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IDPH Urges Lead Poisoning Awareness

Silence DoGood - October 29, 2023

Evaluation for lead exposure and testing, if indicated, is required for entry into day care, preschool, and kindergarten. #leadpoisoning

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State of Illinois Launches Coalition in Effort to Eliminate Viral Hepatitis in Illinois

Silence DoGood - March 1, 2023

Recent data indicates that cases of hepatitis B and C have continued to rise in Illinois. #hepatitis

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Veterans’ Home at Manteno Invites Volunteers To Support Its Programs

Silence DoGood - December 13, 2022

"We welcome individuals with time and talent to share with our veterans," said Tanya Smith, Manteno Veterans' Home Administrator. "The many ways in which volunteers contribute to our community enhance the daily lives of our residents." #veterans

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Racial, Ethnic Disparities in Swimming Skills Found Across Generations

Silence DoGood - December 12, 2022

Black children ages 10-14 years old drown in swimming pools at rates over seven times higher than white children, according to the latest data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). #swimming

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