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The Salvation Army to Host Back-to-School Health Fair
As students prepare to return to school, The Salvation Army along with the Chicago Department of Public Health, Rush University, and Ru Caring are helping families get ready with free… Read more
Midwest Express Clinic Expands Access to Care with New Little Village Location
Midwest Express Clinic, a family walk-in clinic serving Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana, is expanding to Chicago’s Southwest Side with the opening of its new Little Village location on July 21st…. Read more
Heat Safety for Vulnerable People
High temperatures can increase the risk of dehydration, heat exhaustion, and pregnancy complications. If you’re pregnant: • Drink water throughout the day even if you don’t feel thirsty. • Stay in air-conditioned spaces or visit… Read more
Free Back-to-School Immunizations
Cook County Department of Public Health is providing back-to-school immunizations at no cost to suburban Cook County youth ages 6 months to 18 years old, regardless of immigration or insurance… Read more
El Ejército de Salvación Organiza una Feria de Salud Para el Regreso a Clases
Cuando los estudiantes se preparan para regresar a la escuela, El Ejército de Salvación, junto con el Departamento de Salud Pública de Chicago, la Universidad Rush y Ru Caring, ayudan… Read more
Midwest Express Clinic Amplía el Acceso a la Atención Médica con una Nueva Sede en La Villita
Midwest Express Clinic, clínica de atención sin cita previa para toda la familia, sirviendo a Chicago y el Noroeste de Indiana, se está ampliando al Sector Sudoeste con la apertura… Read more
Vacunas Gratuitas para el Regreso a Clases
El Departamento de Salud Pública del Condado de Cook está ofreciendo vacunas de regreso a la escuela sin costo alguno a jóvenes de los suburbios del Condado de Cook, de… Read more
Designate a “Water Watcher” this Summer to Prevent Child Drownings
As temperatures rise across Illinois and families head to pools, lakes, beaches and splash pads to stay cool, the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) is reminding caregivers… Read more
Keep Cool
Temperatures are in the 90s again. The keys to keeping safe in the heat include staying hydrated, wearing plenty of sunscreen, and wearing loose and light clothing. Other tips for staying cool in the extreme… Read more
Cyclospora in Illinois Rises
Cyclosporiasis cases are on the rise in Illinois, with several new incidents, according to the Illinois Department of Public Health on Tuesday. The outbreak known for causing “explosive” diarrhea, has… Read more
