IDPH

Exposure to lead can lead to variety of health problems and children are at a greater risk.

Currently, five residents and three staff members have tested positive, though all are only experiencing mild symptoms.

the governor has designated October 18 as Mammography Day, encouraging individuals to schedule their screenings.

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.

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.

Health Department Urges Providers to Take Advantage of New "Perinatal Warmline," Resource that Provides Clinical Guidance for Complex Cases.

The confirmation of the first two mosquito batches follows a mild winter and spring and comes two weeks earlier than in 2023.

The specimen was collected on April 2 in Villa Grove.

The state's first WNV death of 2023 is a stark reminder of how dangerous the virus can be.

IDPH director Dr. Sameer Vohra became director during a time of continued challenges for public health in Illinois.