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Exposure to lead can lead to variety of health problems and children are at a greater risk.
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Currently, five residents and three staff members have tested positive, though all are only experiencing mild symptoms.
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the governor has designated October 18 as Mammography Day, encouraging individuals to schedule their screenings.
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The "Illinois Homelessness Morbidity and Mortality Report 2017-2022" reveals that people experiencing homelessness (PEH) have a significantly reduced life expectancy and face a higher risk of violent assault and homicide.
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It is important to remember that unvaccinated students who do not have proof of immunity may be excluded from school during disease outbreaks, putting their education and health at risk.
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Health Department Urges Providers to Take Advantage of New "Perinatal Warmline," Resource that Provides Clinical Guidance for Complex Cases.
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The confirmation of the first two mosquito batches follows a mild winter and spring and comes two weeks earlier than in 2023.
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The specimen was collected on April 2 in Villa Grove.
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The state's first WNV death of 2023 is a stark reminder of how dangerous the virus can be.
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IDPH director Dr. Sameer Vohra became director during a time of continued challenges for public health in Illinois.