These 23 IL Hospitals Are Ranked Among Best For Maternity Care

U.S. News evaluated a record 901 hospitals that provide labor and delivery services to help expecting parents make informed decisions.

IL's Best Hospitals For 2025: See Full List

In 2025, hospitals in Illinois were ranked among the best not only in the United States, but also in the world.

IDPH 'Deeply Concerned' Following Recommendation Change On Hepatitis B Birth Dose

A vaccine advisory panel appointed by Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. voted Friday to not recommend the birth dose of the vaccine for all newborns.

28 IL Hospitals Among Best In U.S. In New Forbes Ranking

Forbes' first-ever Top Hospitals list ranked these Illinois hospitals among the best in the nation.

Woman Who Gave Birth In Car After Being Turned Away From Hospital Meets With Administrators

Officials at Franciscan Health Crown Point had a much different view of their meeting than Mercedes Wells' family and their attorney.

Massive Cheese Recall Includes IL, Products Sold At Walmart, Target, Aldi

Among the dozens of brands affected by the recall are Target’s Good & Gather, Walmart’s Great Value and Happy Farms by Aldi.

Pritzker Expands Vaccine Access In IL With New Bill

The new bill is aimed at expanding and protecting access to vaccines for Illinoisans.

Milk Sold At Illinois Grocery Stores Recalled For Possible Contamination With Cleaning Product

The milk may contain food-grade cleaning agents, the Illinois-based company said.

Popular Deli Brand Recalling Cheese In IL Over Listeria Risk Just Before Thanksgiving

The listeria bacteria can cause very serious, life-threatening infections, officials said.

New Flu Mutation Causes Severe Illness: See Latest IL Data

Close gatherings over Thanksgiving could cause an uptick in emergency room visits due to a trio of respiratory illnesses, officials said.

IL Couple Seeks Accountability After Mom In Labor Was Discharged, Gave Birth On Side Of Road: Report

A Black couple from Illinois were discharged from an Indiana hospital while the mother was in active labor, forcing a roadside birth.

6 Now Dead, More Ill In Widespread Listeria Outbreak: What To Know In IL

The deaths, linked to ready-to-eat pasta meals, were reported in Illinois, Hawaii, Michigan, Oregon, Texas and Utah.

Illinois Senate Passes Bill To Legalize Medical Assistance In Dying

The Illinois Senate passed the MAiD bill Thursday night with a 30 to 27 vote. This comes after the House passed the bill in May.

Steller Wellness Offering New Brain Stimulation Technology to Optimize Mental Health 

New Offering Spotlights Breakthrough Treatment During  National Depression and Mental Health Screening Month 

CDC Updates Guidance On COVID Vaccine: What To Know In IL

Illinois' advice differs from the current CDC and federal vaccine panel recommendations, not just for COVID shots but for all vaccines.

The Wellspring Medical Spa Now Offering New Brain Stimulation Technology to Optimize Mental Health

Wellness Party on Oct. 30 to Showcase New Treatment During National Depression and Mental Health Screening Month

IDPH 'Deeply Concerned' About Trump's Comments On Tylenol

President Donald Trump said pregnant mothers should "tough it out" and not use acetaminophen, linking it to autism in infants.

1st IL West Nile Virus Death Of 2025 Reported In Suburban Cook County: CCDPH

Health officials said Wednesday the risk of West Nile virus in suburban Cook County remains high.

Radioactive Shrimp Recall Expands To More Products Sold In IL

Frozen bagged shrimp is being recalled in at least nine states due to potential radiation contamination.

New COVID-19 Vaccine Restrictions: What It Means For IL Residents

Newly approved vaccines for COVID-19 target the newest variant and are in place ahead of the coming respiratory illness season.

'Razor Blade' COVID-19 Variant Stratus Cases 'Likely Growing' In IL

The variant was first detected in January in Southeast Asia, and the earliest U.S. case was in March.

Dundee Dermatology - Complimentary Launch Party on August 25 to Showcase New Treatment

Dundee Dermatology Now Offering Novel Brain Stimulation Device for Mental Wellness

New COVID Variant With This Distinctive Symptom Driving Up Cases In IL

Overall, the projections show infections are growing or likely to grow in 40 states.

Here’s How IL Hospitals Rank By Specialty In U.S. News Report

The hospitals were ranked across specialty areas as part of 2025-2026 Best Hospital rankings released earlier this week.

These Are The Top-Ranked Hospitals In IL: U.S. News

U.S. News and World Report recently released its list of the top hospitals in the nation, and these are the best places for care locally.

Ice Cream Bars Sold In IL May Be Contaminated With Listeria

People are warned to not eat 10 brands of ice cream bars sold in 23 states, including Illinois, because they may contain listeria.

Jewel-Osco Recalls Tuna Salad Due To Listeria In IL: FDA

The action follows a recall initiated by Reser’s Fine Food of its breadcrumbs, which are an ingredient in the tuna salad.

Salmonella Recall: World Market Pulls This Trendy Item Sold In IL

The Salmonella was discovered when product samples were tested by the FDA.

Illinois Quick Hits: Migrant Released In April Detained By ICE; 'Gender-Affirming' Pediatric Care Discontinued

University of Chicago Medicine has discontinued “gender-affirming” pediatric care.

Midwest Sees Surge In Tick Bite Visits To Emergency Rooms

Ticks can bite at any time of the year, but they’re most active in the warm spring and summer months through early fall, according to CDC.

IL May Boost Abortion Funding If Federal Support Is Cut, Concerns Rise

Some worry that federal defunding of Planned Parenthood could prompt Illinois to double down by boosting state funding to offset the loss.

All Illinois Children Will Have To Be Tested For Lead Exposure In 2026

Cook County communities have some of the highest numbers of lead service lines in the U.S. The state expands the high-risk zip codes.

'Razor Blade Throat' COVID Subvariant Emerges: What To Know In IL

The variant has reportedly been documented in Illinois, but how bad is it?

Eggs Linked To Salmonella Outbreak Recalled In IL

A California-based company said it was recalling 1.7 million eggs over possible salmonella contamination.

Health Alert Issued For Ground Beef Sold In IL Due To Possible E. Coli

Federal officials have issued a public health alert for certain packages of ground beef due to possible E. Coli contamination.

Lume Wellness First in Chicago to Offer EXOMIND for Mental Health

Unique Discount Pricing Available in June and July

New COVID Variant Dominant In China Showing Up: What To Know In IL

Some health officials say the variant could take hold because it's been a while since the U.S. saw a COVID wave.

CDC Changes COVID Vaccine Recommendations For These IL Residents

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy called the changes "common sense" and "good science" during a Tuesday announcement.

IL Residents Sickened By Cucumbers In Salmonella Outbreak

Three or four Prairie State residents are among 26 nationwide to have contracted salmonella in connection with the recalled cucumbers.

COVID Vaccine Rule Changes Proposed: What To Know In Illinois

The Trump Administration may soon limit approval for COVID-19 boosters to seniors and others at high risk.

Flu Season Sends People To Their Doctors In Droves

Visits to the doctor for the flu haven't been this high since 2009.