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Illinois approves capacity increase at Carle Hospital in Urbana

URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — The State of Illinois has approved an increase in capacity at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana, according to a Carle spokesperson. In July, Carle proposed an increase of 16 inpatient beds and the addition of a 22-station observational unit totaling a cost of more than $34 million. A Carle spokesperson said […]

Urbana, IL · 19h

The Tonic Edit

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Illinois Medicaid Will Require Many Adults to Show 80 Hours a Month of Work or $580 in Income Starting Jan. 1, With Renewals Every Six Months

Illinois Medicaid ACA Adult members ages 19 to 64 must show 80 hours of activity or $580 in monthly income from Jan. 1, 2027, with six-month renewals.

Illinois · 3d

The Edwardsville Intelligencer

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BJC, Aetna reach one-year agreement for Illinois retirees

People with individual Aetna Medicare Advantage plans should review options during the annual enrollment period, which runs through Dec. 7, 2026.

Illinois · 1d

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Memorial Specialty Care Cardiology adds new physician

Memorial Specialty Care Cardiology has added a new physician to its team with the arrival of general cardiologist Dr. Sakiru Isa. Isa specializes in treating heart conditions, including coronary artery disease, heart failure and cardiac arrhythmias. Memorial Senior Director of Clinical Operations Danielle Dillman said Isa’s experience will help expand...

Decatur, IL · 2d
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Wake Up Tri-Counties RaeAnn Talks Nurse Practitioner Week, Birth Control, DOT Physicals, A1C Test Special, Vaccines, and Insurance Navigators

RaeAnn Tucker joined Wake Up Tri-Counties to talk about National Nurse Practitioner Week, Thanks, Birth Control Day, free Medicare Annual Wellness Visit, DOT Physical Exams, A1C Test Special, Vaccines, and Insurance Navigators. RaeAnn Tucker of the Henry and Stark County Health Departments and First Choice Healthcare Clinics joined Wake Up Tri-Counties for the weekly public health update, discussing several November health observances, available clinic services, special pricing on health screenings, vaccination opportunities, and assistance with health insurance enrollment.

Stark County, IL · 1d

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Illinois Gov. Pritzker unveils ‘Day One Agenda,’ urges Congress to act on healthcare, wages and costs

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker unveiled a federal policy agenda titled 'Fighting for Illinois: The Day One Agenda' aimed at addressing healthcare costs, wages, and education funding ahead of the new Congressional session.

Illinois · 3d

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$14.5B in questionable Medicaid payments out of New York: Report

WASHINGTON (TNN) — New York paid $14.5 billion in Medicaid claims without proper verification that patients received the care billed, according to a report discussed by Rachel O’Brien, deputy public policy editor for OpenTheBooks. The findings raise questions about the state’s safeguards against improper payments, waste and fraud.

Texas · 1d

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Study identifies barriers to health care for people who use drugs in central Illinois

PEORIA (25News Now) – A joint study by the University of Illinois College of Medicine in Peoria and Jolt Harm Reduction found that housing insecurity, lack of reliable transportation and public stigma often lead people who use drugs in central Illinois to avoid health care. Researchers surveyed local participants...

Peoria, IL · 2d

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Register for Statewide In-Person Pesticide Applicator 2027 Training Clinics, Testing

Build trust and lead with experience, safety, awareness, and knowledge to help ensure safer pesticide application with training from the Pesticide Safety Education Program at University of Illinois Extension. Sign up for an in-person training and testing clinic offered across Illinois from December through March. Those interested in attending an...

Illinois · 2d

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Study identifies barriers to health care for people who use drugs in central Illinois

PEORIA (25News Now) - A joint study by the University of Illinois College of Medicine in Peoria and Jolt Harm Reduction found that housing insecurity, lack of reliable transportation and public stigma often lead people who use drugs in central Illinois to avoid health care. Researchers surveyed local participants about...

Peoria, IL · 3d

WCIA

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Central Illinois streamgages secure funding through November

ST. JOSEPH, Ill. (WCIA) — Three streamgages in Central Illinois that were expected to shut down last month due to a lack of funding will remain operational, at least for now. These streamgages collect data on river flow, flooding and water pollution. WCIA previously reported that two U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) streamgages just north of […]

Illinois · 5d

25 News Now

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Study identifies barriers to health care for people who use drugs in central Illinois

Illinois · 3d

WCIA

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Advocates for Aging Care seeking $3M for new skilled nursing facility in Savoy

SAVOY, Ill. (WCIA) — One organization is campaigning for a skilled nursing facility in Savoy. Advocates for Aging Care is a support group for people who are taking care of their loved ones who need skilled nursing care. But, because there are not enough skilled care beds in the community — with a shortage of […]

Savoy, IL · 4d

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Hundreds gather to learn about proposed CO2 storage project in Peoria County

BRIMFIELD (25News Now) - More than 200 residents from Elmwood, Hanna City, Kickapoo and surrounding communities gathered at the Brimfield American Legion Sunday night to learn more about a proposed carbon dioxide storage project, and they expressed concerns about potential health and safety risks. The community-organized meeting focused on a...

Peoria County, IL · 6d

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Peoria nurse wins national 2026 Star of Life Award

Nicole Hughes, a nurse and paramedic with Advanced Medical Transport of Central Illinois, has been named the 2026 Star of Life by the American Ambulance Association for her leadership and service to veterans.

Peoria, IL · 11d

Main Street Dollars

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Hospitals in Missouri, Ohio, Arkansas and Nevada are dropping Medicare Advantage contracts for 2027, and Illinois state retirees on Aetna have only until Nov. 23 to switch

Hospital systems in four states are walking away from Medicare Advantage contracts at the end of the year, and the dates land in the middle of Medicare’s open enrollment season. Members of Aetna and Anthem plans in the St. Louis area, plans in Zanesville, Ohio, UnitedHealthcare plans in Arkansas and out-of-network plans at Renown Health […]

Arkansas · 8d

WMBD/WYZZ

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Peoria OB-GYN practice merges with OSF HealthCare

A new OSF Medical Group obstetrics and gynecology office in Peoria was dedicated and blessed during a ceremony attended by approximately 30 people following a merger with Dr. Jody Kelly's long-standing private practice.

Peoria, IL · 8d

Rockford Register Star

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Illinois officials urge residents to get seasonal vaccines now

The Illinois Department of Public Health is urging Illinois residents to get seasonal flu, COVID-19 and RSV immunizations as respiratory illnesses begin to increase. The recommendation comes as flu shows signs of rising in Illinois, according to a community announcement. IDPH Director Sameer Vohra reinforced the message after receiving annual flu and COVID-19 shots at the Winnebago County Health Department in Rockford. “The message today is simple and clear: the time to get your seasonal immunizations is now,” Vohra said. “Respiratory illnesses like flu, COVID-19, and RSV will only get more prevalent in the weeks ahead. Getting protected now gives you the best chance of avoiding illness at the holidays and through the long winter months ahead. And it not only protect you, it also protect your family, your co-workers, and your community.” Illinois is experiencing low levels of respiratory illness activity, but flu is showing signs of increasing, according to IDPH's Seasonal Respiratory Illness Dashboard . Acute respiratory illnesses historically increase substantially during winter as people spend more time indoors, according to the announcement. How Illinois residents can limit respiratory illness IDPH said immunization is the best protection against seasonal respiratory illnesses and can reduce the severity of illness

Illinois · 6d

Capitol News Illinois

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Healthcare dispute strikes fear, confusion among southern Illinois retirees

BJC Health Care’s announcement in October that it will drop some Aetna plans raises hard questions about the future of healthcare for thousands of southern Illinois retirees.

Illinois · 5d