SPRINGFIELD — Chronic shortages of primary-care doctors and psychiatrists in rural parts of Illinois, some of the state's highest opioid overdose death rates, and life-altering economic ...

PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — The Central Illinois Resource Center gathered local leaders to discuss ways the community can overcome barriers in the mental health realm during a virtual town hall on ...

The shortage has existed for years, but has been exacerbated since the COVID-19 pandemic. Illinois is facing an estimated shortfall of nearly 15,000 nurses by 2025 and a deficit of 6,200 ...

Medical billing is the backbone of healthcare finance. Regardless of whether you run a primary care clinic, acupuncture ...

And newer challenges, such as cyberattacks and changing health care policy under an incoming Donald Trump presidency, present new potential threats. Here’s a look at the top four challenges ...

Illinois offers unique tax advantages on retirement income. Weigh the pros and cons, including health care access and lifestyle options.

Many health care leaders in Illinois cheered the demise of House Republicans’ Obamacare replacement bill Friday — but it didn’t take long for reality to quiet the celebration. Despite the ...

Cook County (Ill.) Inspector General Patrick Blanchard’s office released an investigation report June 21 that challenges the finances and budget practices of Cook County Health system and its ...

FOX 32 Chicago. Illinois allocating funds from cannabis taxes, opioid settlements to address mental health challenges. Posted: October 29, 2024 | Last updated: January 16, 2025 ...

To further provide support to the military community, the Illinois Governor's Challenge Campaign announced Thursday that Online Training Resources are now available for organizations interested in ...

An Illinois law capping medical malpractice judgments is about to face a challenge. The law, which has been around for two years, limits judgments against doctors for noneconomic damages to $500,000 ...