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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
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
Designa a un “Vigilante del Agua” este Verano para Prevenir Ahogamientos Infantiles
Al subir la temperatura en Illinois las familias se dirigen a las piscinas, los lagos y las playas para refrescarse y el Departamento de Servicios Infantiles y Familiares de Illinois… Read more
Mantente Fresco
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
Aumenta el Cyclospora en Illinois
Los casos de cyclosporiasis están aumentando en Illinois, con varios nuevos incidentes, de acuerdo al Departamento de Salud Pública de Illinois el martes. El brote, conocido por causar una diarrea… Read more
VNA Health Care Urges Families to Make School and Sports Physical Appointments Now
VNA Health Care, the largest Community Health Center in the Chicago suburbs, is reminding parents to make appointments now for their children who need school and sports physicals ahead of… Read more
Cook County Department of Public Health Launches “Ditch the Cloud” Campaign
Cook County Department of Public Health (CCDPH) is launching “Ditch the Cloud,” a new youth-focused vaping prevention campaign designed to raise awareness about the health risks of vaping and help young… Read more
CCDPH Announces Funding Opportunity for Municipalities to Address Youth Mental Health
Cook County Department of Public Health (CCDPH) is seeking proposals from suburban Cook County municipalities interested in implementing Shop Talk, an initiative that expands youth mental health engagement through community-led… Read more
Se Aconseja a las Familias Programar las Citas Ahora Para los Exámenes Físicos Escolares y Deportivos
VNA Health Care, el Centro de Salud Comunitario más grande de los suburbios de Chicago, recuerda a los padres que hagan cita ahora para sus hijos que necesitan exámenes físicos,… Read more
