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Illinois Launches New "Pause to Heal" Firearm Restraining Order Education Campaign

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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CHICAGO, April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A new partnership to raise awareness about the lifesaving potential of Firearm Restraining Orders (FROs), or "red flag laws," is launching today during National Public Health Week involving the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH), Brady: United Against Gun Violence, and the Ad Council.

Key Points: 
  • The Illinois effort is the first phase of a planned multi-state campaign called "Pause to Heal."
  • "The State of Illinois is fortunate to partner with Brady and the Ad Council to launch a one-of-a-kind public health campaign educating the public on the importance of firearm restraining orders.
  • "Illinois has two very effective tools, the Firearm Restraining Order and Clear and Present Danger reporting.
  • "A Firearm Restraining Order gives a person in crisis time to heal," says one billboard.

$122.5 Million Healthcare Transformation Grant Launches Center for Better Aging

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Thursday, March 28, 2024
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CHICAGO, March 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A one-of-a-kind healthcare collaborative, the Center for Better Aging (CBA) located at St. Bernard Hospital, opens in July with a health equity mandate to serve the growing 50+ population on Chicago's Greater South Side. 

Key Points: 
  • "A whole-person, collaborative approach will be vital to closing the life expectancy gap in the greater South Side community," said Center for Better Aging Executive Director Estrelitta Harmon .
  • CBA partners will elevate the standard of aging adult care and focus on what matters to each patient."
  • St. Bernard Hospital is the lead partner in securing a $122.5 million grant from the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services to fund the nonprofit CBA under the HFS Healthcare Transformation Collaboratives program.
  • HFS is excited to continue this partnership with the Center for Better Aging, as we work together to reduce disparities, better serve customers and ultimately improve health outcomes in South Side communities."

Suicide Prevention Advocates Seek Greater State Commitments to Improve Mental Health and Stop Suicide

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Tuesday, March 28, 2023
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The goal of these conversations is to help lawmakers understand that investments in mental health and suicide prevention can and do save lives.

Key Points: 
  • The goal of these conversations is to help lawmakers understand that investments in mental health and suicide prevention can and do save lives.
  • Among adults with a diagnosed mental health condition, 43.8% did not receive mental health services in 2021.
  • AFSP advocates will raise awareness of the state actions, resources, and investments needed to support the thousands of [Insert State] residents affected by suicide and mental health conditions each year.
  • AFSP creates a culture that's smart about mental health through education and community programs, develops suicide prevention through research and advocacy, and provides support for those affected by suicide.

Illinois HIV Care Connect Presents Personal Stories of Healthy Aging with HIV

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Tuesday, November 29, 2022
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An Illinois HIV Care Connect HIV and Aging webpage provides data on the age 50 and older HIV population in Illinois .

Key Points: 
  • An Illinois HIV Care Connect HIV and Aging webpage provides data on the age 50 and older HIV population in Illinois .
  • The HIV and Aging Campaign is Illinois HIV Care Connect's ninth annual quality improvement initiative, following programs on HIV innovation in Illinois , HIV stigma , HIV and youth , social determinants of health , HIV treatment as prevention , viral suppression , staying in HIV care , and HIV and mental health .
  • Illinois HIV Care Connect is a statewide network providing medical case management, health care and support services to people living with HIV.
  • Illinois HIV Care Connects eight lead agency offices serve people living with HIV in all of Illinois 102 counties.

Illinois HIV Care Connect Introduces HIV and Aging Campaign

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Tuesday, September 13, 2022
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In advance of National HIV/AIDS and Aging Awareness Day on Sept. 18, Illinois HIV Care Connect today introduces its HIV and Aging Campaign .

Key Points: 
  • In advance of National HIV/AIDS and Aging Awareness Day on Sept. 18, Illinois HIV Care Connect today introduces its HIV and Aging Campaign .
  • An Illinois HIV Care Connect HIV and Aging webpage provides data on the age 50 and older HIV population in Illinois .
  • The HIV and Aging Campaign is Illinois HIV Care Connect's ninth annual quality improvement initiative, following programs on HIV innovation in Illinois , HIV stigma , HIV and youth , social determinants of health , HIV treatment as prevention , viral suppression , staying in HIV care , and HIV and mental health .
  • Illinois HIV Care Connect is a statewide network providing medical case management, health care and support services to people living with HIV.

Racial and Health Disparities, Unsafe Care of Nursing Home Residents to Continue Without Immediate Reforms

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Wednesday, February 23, 2022
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"Illinois lawmakers must take action now to protect nursing home residents and staff by approving reforms to a rate system that is clearly broken."

Key Points: 
  • "Illinois lawmakers must take action now to protect nursing home residents and staff by approving reforms to a rate system that is clearly broken."
  • "The current nursing home Medicaid rate system permits the bad actors in the industry to continue to profit as residents suffer," said Rep. Stoneback.
  • The HFS Compromise Nursing Home Rate Reform Bill:
    Prioritizes accountability, quality of care for residents, and workforce development in long-term care facilities.
  • Disrupts racial inequities and health disparities of nursing home residents enrolled in Medicaid.

CDC endorses Test to Stay strategy piloted by IDPH, SHIELD Illinois

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Saturday, December 18, 2021
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As a result of the report, the CDC endorsed Test to Stay as a useful strategy to be implemented in schools.

Key Points: 
  • As a result of the report, the CDC endorsed Test to Stay as a useful strategy to be implemented in schools.
  • Test to Stay, operated in Illinois by SHIELD Illinois, ends quarantine mandates for those exposed to COVID-19 at school.
  • IDPH and SHIELD Illinois joined forces to help schools implement Test to Stay.
  • More than 100 school districts across the state are implementing Test to Stay using SHIELD Illinois to test once a week and rapid antigen testing.

120Water Announces Partnership to Monitor COVID-19 in Illinois Wastewater

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Thursday, June 10, 2021
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INDIANAPOLIS, June 10, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- 120Water announced today that it has been selected to conduct a statewide COVID-19 wastewater surveillance program in partnership with the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) and Discovery Partners Institute (DPI).

Key Points: 
  • INDIANAPOLIS, June 10, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- 120Water announced today that it has been selected to conduct a statewide COVID-19 wastewater surveillance program in partnership with the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) and Discovery Partners Institute (DPI).
  • "Ongoing monitoring of the virus that causes COVID-19 is a critical data point to monitor, particularly as communities across Illinois and the nation re-open more fully," said Megan Glover, co-founder and chief executive officer of 120Water.
  • Sampling began this month in 10 Illinois counties including Carroll, Cass, Franklin, Fulton, Jefferson, Lawrence, Livingston, Macon, Montgomery and Vermilion.
  • 120Water combines sample and filter kits, modern software, and professional services to manage costs, enhance efficiency and streamline compliance requirements.

Hollywood Casino Joliet Partnering With Illinois Department of Public Health to Host COVID-19 Mobile Testing Program

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Monday, March 1, 2021
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Hollywood Casino Joliet (Hollywood Casino or the Casino) announced today that it is partnering with the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) to host a COVID-19 mobile testing program in the casinos parking lot.

Key Points: 
  • Hollywood Casino Joliet (Hollywood Casino or the Casino) announced today that it is partnering with the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) to host a COVID-19 mobile testing program in the casinos parking lot.
  • The IDPH will set up and operate the mobile testing program at Hollywood Casino every Sunday in March and the first Sunday in April.
  • We are incredibly proud to be partnering with the Illinois Department of Public Health to provide our parking lot as a COVID-19 testing site to help fight the spread of COVID-19, said Lydia Garvey, Vice President and General Manager at Hollywood Casino Joliet.
  • The mobile testing program accepts insurance, however an insurance card is not necessary to be tested.