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Masks optional in Illinois

On March 1, 2022March 2, 2022 By admin

By Peter Hancock Facial coverings are now optional in most public places in Illinois, including schools, after governor JB Pritzker issued new guidance Monday to comply with new U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines. “Across the state, Illinoisans are taking their masks off today knowing that most eligible...

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HealthHealth Larry Frieders

Search to replace Levothyroxine to help thyroid worth it

On March 1, 2022February 28, 2022 By admin

Is this you? You’re using Weight Watchers and exercising, tracking all of your food, now mostly just eating chicken, fruits, fish, and vegetables. You’ve been taking Levothyroxine (Synthroid) for years. Your thyroid levels are fine. Yet, you wear a Winter coat in the house and you’re still cold, and you...

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Community HealthFran Briggs Reader's Commentary Robert Renteria Suicide

Reader’s Commentary: Alliance seeks to address suicide

On February 22, 2022February 22, 2022 By admin

By Fran BriggsYuma, Ariz. In response to the rise in suicide rates, Dr. Robert Renteria of North Aurora and Mariela Narvaez have formed an alliance to address suicide prevention education, Renteria’s publicist announced recently. “It’s important to be a partner with those who are serving the community and share core...

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HealthCharles Coddington COVID-19 Joe Rogan

On the lack of balanced coverage with COVID-19

On February 22, 2022February 21, 2022 By admin

Joe Rogan of The Joe Rogan Experience on Spotify has become the latest victim of censorship in the era of COVID-19. His sin? Why, he dared to interview those who are skeptics of the “official” story behind the origin of the coronavirus and the need for hastily-produced vaccines. The pro-vaxxers...

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Feature HealthAnthony Stanford COVID-19

Changes in COVID protocol reminds of showman P.T. Barnum

On February 22, 2022February 21, 2022 By admin

It’s hard to know what direction to go for guidance on COVID-19 protocols. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) says to do this, the World Health Organization (WHO) says to do that, and individual states, counties, and municipalities, create their own rules. It’s far and away from the start of...

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Government HealthCapitol News Illinois COVID-19 Jerry Nowicki Masks

Governor seeks to ‘ratchet back’ mask mandates

On February 8, 2022February 9, 2022 By admin

By Jerry Nowicki Illinoisans should stay tuned for an announcement on the State’s indoor mask mandate, governor JB Pritzker said at an unrelated news conference Tuesday, although he declined to say specifically what changes might be coming. “I think I’ve said over the last few press conferences that I really...

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Events HealthHealth Kane County Health Department Super Bowl

Super Bowl food safety a winner

On February 8, 2022February 7, 2022 By admin

Even though Super Bowl Sunday is not an official holiday, millions of Americans celebrate the day with family and friends. In fact, Super Bowl Sunday is the second–largest day of food consumption in the United States after Thanksgiving. However, unlike a sit-down dinner, most Super Bowl parties feature buffet-style fare....

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HealthKane County Health Department

Kane County distributes PPE

On February 1, 2022February 1, 2022 By admin

The Kane County Health Department (KCHD), along with partners from the Kane County Office of Emergency Management and the Kane County Sheriff’s Office were hosts to a mass-PPE (personal protective equipment) distribution event Friday, Jan. 28 at the Kane County facilities in St. Charles. In just over six hours, equipment...

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HealthHealth Larry Frieders

Thoughts relevant to the end-of-life process

On February 1, 2022January 31, 2022 By admin

Beating death? Scott was 85 years old when he died. He had been diagnosed with cancer and had just recently begun treatment. His health rapidly declined and he was removed from life support and allowed to die, approximately 60 days after his diagnosis. Many factors surround Scott’s death, but one...

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Government HealthCapitol News Illinois COVID-19 vaccine Peter Hancock

Governor Pritzker vetoes vax paid leave

On January 25, 2022January 25, 2022 By admin

By Peter Hancock Governor JB Pritzker Monday vetoed a bill that would have provided paid administrative leave for public school and university employees who miss work due to COVID-19-related issues and instead negotiated “compromise” legislation that would provide such leave to only those who are fully vaccinated. “Vaccines are a...

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Government Health MoneyAmerican Rescue Plan Kane County

American Rescue Plan applications available

On January 11, 2022January 11, 2022 By admin

The application process is open for $4 million in funding through the American Rescue Plan to assist mental health organizations, homeless shelters, and food pantries in Kane County who have been adversely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. “Funding through the Community Support Grants will provide critically needed support for Kane...

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HealthBatavia COVID-19 vaccine Kane County Health Department

Booster vaccines in Batavia, ages 12-15

On January 11, 2022January 11, 2022 By admin

The Kane County Health Department (KCHD) announces Pfizer COVID-19 booster vaccination appointments for youths ages 12 to 15 at the Kane Vax Hub in Batavia. January 3, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) amended the emergency use authorization for the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine and expanded it to include a single booster...

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HealthAurora Warming Center

Aurora to Reopen 24-Hour Warming Center

On January 10, 2022January 10, 2022 By admin

With another round of sub-zero temperatures blanketing the area, Aurora’s 24-hour Warming Center has been reopened around-the-clock through the morning on Tuesday, January 11, for those in need of warm shelter.The warming center is located at the Aurora Transportation Center, 233 N. Broadway. All guests must take a Covid-19 health...

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Government HealthCapitol News Illinois COVID-19 COVID-19 vaccine Grace Kinnicutt

Hospitalizations in State reach levels of last Winter

On January 4, 2022January 5, 2022 By admin

By Grace Kinnicutt As omicron surges across the State, governor JB Pritzker warned Monday that hospitalizations are about as high as they were last Winter before vaccines were widely available. About 85% of those hospitalized with COVID-19 across the State are unvaccinated. “It is frustrating and tragic that two years...

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HealthHealth Larry Frieders

Solving mystery of black stools best with no quick reaction

On January 4, 2022January 4, 2022 By admin

Black Stools. Danger? Loretta told her doctor her stools were black and the doctor said it was probably caused by internal bleeding and that she needed more tests, immediately. Loretta was visibly upset and anxious when she relayed her story to me. There are some foods (red from beets) and...

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Events HealthCOVID-19 vaccine State representative Stephanie Kifowit

Kifowit Host to Vaccine and Flu Shot Clinic in Aurora Jan. 5

On January 1, 2022January 1, 2022 By admin

The first Vaccine and Flu Shot Clinic of the new year will be held by State representative Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, and alderman Patty Smith from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 5 at the Eola Road Branch of the Aurora Public Library, located at 555 S. Eola Road, meeting...

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HealthBatavia COVID-19 vaccine Kane County

Kane Vax Hub in Batavia

On December 28, 2021December 28, 2021 By admin

Kane County Health Department (KCHD), in cooperation with the Kane County Board, announces additional COVID vaccination appointments at the Kane Vax Hub in Batavia through January, 2022. The Kane Vax Hub, 501 N. Randall Street in Batavia, is open Wednesdays from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturdays from 9...

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Government HealthBeth Hundsdorfer Capitol News Illinois COVID-19 testing

State will increase COVID-19 number of testing days, sites

On December 28, 2021December 28, 2021 By admin

By Beth Hundsdorfer Community hospitals and health departments in the State will receive help from the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) and the Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IDEMA) to meet the health-care demand during a COVID-19 surge, by adding staff members to provide medical care and provide additional vaccines...

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HealthKane County Health Department

Kane County Health Department aim: Volunteers

On December 28, 2021December 27, 2021 By admin

The Kane County Health Department (KCHD) is seeking individuals to join the Medical Reserve Corps and volunteer to provide vaccines to the community at the Kane Vax Hub in Batavia. Thehe greatest need is for individuals with medical backgrounds/approved licensures who can administer vaccines. What duties will volunteers be asked...

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Government HealthAbortion Beth Hundsdorfer Capitol News Illinois Illinois Law

Parental notification controversial

On December 28, 2021December 27, 2021 By admin

By Beth Hundsdorfer Governor JB Pritzker signed a law recently that ends parental notification, a requirement that doctors notify the parents of a minor seeking an abortion. “With reproductive rights under attack across the Nation, Illinois is once again establishing itself as a leader in ensuring access to health care...

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