IHA Healthcare News
Get the healthcare news you need to stay on top of legislative proposals, industry trends and local issues. This section has news articles, IHA's Daily Briefing, IHA press releases and our Member News Spotlight. You can sort by category.
What’s boosting women’s presence in healthcare leadership — and what’s missing?
While women make up the majority of entry-level roles in healthcare organizations, they accounted for only 35% of C-suite leaders in 2024, according to a recent report. Becker's Hospital Review
News Articles
- Oct 06, 2025
- News from the Web
Here’s what’s in Illinois’ $50.6B six-year infrastructure plan
Illinois on Wednesday unveiled its latest six-year, $50.6 billion infrastructure plan for the state’s roads, bridges, railways, airports and more. WSIU
- Oct 06, 2025
- News from the Web
Health departments worry about shutdown’s effects on staffing, disease outbreaks & nutrition service
The shutdown is shaking the nation at a time when public health staffing has been reduced, the threat of disease outbreaks looms, and the respiratory virus and hurricane season are here. CNN
- Oct 06, 2025
- News from the Web
Flu vaccinations now available at CVS Pharmacy and MinuteClinic
Updated 2025-2026 flu vaccines are available CVS Pharmacy and MinuteClinic locations worldwide. WIFR
- Oct 06, 2025
- News from the Web
Americans win Nobel prize in medicine for work on human immune system
Peripheral immune tolerance is one way the body helps keep the immune system from getting out of whack and attacking your own tissues instead of foreign invaders. NBC News
- Oct 03, 2025
- News from the Web
The CMS activities that will, won’t continue during the shutdown
CMS has outlined the activities that will and won’t continue during the federal government shutdown. Becker's Hospital Review
- Oct 03, 2025
- News from the Web
Here’s what’s in Illinois’ $50.6B six-year infrastructure plan
Illinois on Wednesday unveiled its latest six-year, $50.6 billion infrastructure plan for the state’s roads, bridges, railways, airports and more. Capitol News Illinois
- Oct 03, 2025
- News from the Web
Community conversation on mental health brings Rockford families and leaders together
Rockford residents, local leaders and state lawmakers gathered for a community meeting focused on mental health. WIFR
- Oct 03, 2025
- News from the Web
Ransomware variant poses heightened risk to hospitals
The Health Information Sharing and Analysis Center issued an alert regarding LockBit 5.0, a ransomware variant that represents an elevated risk to healthcare. Becker's Hospital Review
- Oct 03, 2025
- News from the Web
Joint Commission to launch peer learning initiative
The Joint Commission will introduce a new initiative in 2026 aimed at spotlighting high-performing accredited hospitals and encouraging peer-to-peer learning. Becker's Hospital Review
- Oct 03, 2025
- Daily Briefing
IHA Daily Briefing: October 3
Informational Medicaid IMPACT Revalidations Town Hall Oct. 16
- Oct 02, 2025
- News from the Web
Health systems scramble to discharge hospital-at-home patients
Health systems have had to scramble to discharge or move their hospital-at-home patients as CMS reimbursement for the program lapsed. Becker's Hospital Review
- Oct 02, 2025
- News from the Web
How a shutdown will impact health agencies and Social Security
Crucial health programs will continue to operate during the federal government shutdown, but many services will halt or be significantly less efficient. The Hill
- Oct 02, 2025
- News from the Web
Missing the first mammogram linked to increased risk of breast cancer death, new study suggests
Women who miss their first screening appointment for breast cancer could have a 40% higher long-term risk of dying from the disease, according to a new study. CNN
- Oct 02, 2025
- News from the Web
Third case of measles for 2025 confirmed in Cook County
A third case of measles for the year has been confirmed in Cook County. CBS News
- Oct 02, 2025
- News from the Web
Annual Carle Health camp helps children learn to process grief
Carle Health will host an annual camp Saturday to help children and teens process grief. WAND
- Oct 02, 2025
- Daily Briefing
IHA Daily Briefing: October 2
Enhance MCI Response Capabilities With IHA Emergency Prep Exercise Nov. 5
- Oct 01, 2025
- News from the Web
What a federal government shutdown means for Chicago and Illinois
The country is once again is coping with a government shutdown — but this time, the gridlock in Congress means federal employees could see mass layoffs instead of furloughs. Chicago Sun-Times
- Oct 01, 2025
- News from the Web
340B rebate pilot would cost hospitals $400M: AHA
If HHS’ 340B rebate model pilot proceeds as planned, more than 2,700 U.S. hospitals will collectively be saddled with approximately $400 million in operational costs. Becker's Hospital Review
- Oct 01, 2025
- News from the Web
FDA expands Early Alert program to all medical devices
The FDA has expanded its Early Alert program to give the healthcare industry earlier visibility into potential high-risk medical device issues. Becker's Hospital Review
- Oct 01, 2025
- News from the Web
Some telehealth and home care frozen by shutdown
The government shutdown left some seniors without access to telehealth, while others receiving hospital-level care at home are being discharged or sent back to inpatient units. AXIOS
- Oct 01, 2025
- News from the Web
Study finds severely obese patients face medical discrimination
People with severe obesity are likely to face discrimination when seeking health care, with many clinics outright refusing to see them, a new study says. UPI
- Oct 01, 2025
- Midwest Alliance for Patient Safety
The Overlooked Threat of Hospital Falls During Discharge Period: Statewide Retrospective Analysis
Inpatient falls continue to be a patient safety challenge, with 35,450 falls reported to the Pennsylvania Patient Safety Reporting System (PA-PSRS) in 2024. Patient Safety
- Oct 01, 2025
- Midwest Alliance for Patient Safety
American Hospital Association's Fast Facts on Behavioral Health
The American Hospital Association (AHA) compiled a list of facts regarding behavioral health in 2025, including definitions, types of services and integration efforts. American Hospital Association
- Oct 01, 2025
- Midwest Alliance for Patient Safety
MAPS PSO shares materials and recording from legal webinar with Michael R. Callahan
Michael R. Callahan shared timely insights on the evolving legal landscape for healthcare organizations, highlighting the latest developments impacting Patient Safety Organizations.
- Oct 01, 2025
- IPC Group Purchasing
Illinois hospital to join Mercyhealth
Freeport, Ill.-based FHN plans to affiliate with Rockford, Ill.-based Mercyhealth. Becker's Hospital Review
- Oct 01, 2025
- IPC Group Purchasing
Capstone Health Alliance and Yankee Alliance announce strategic partnership
This partnership marks a significant step forward as both organizations seek to leverage their collective capabilities while maintaining their distinct identities. JHC Online
- Oct 01, 2025
- IPC Group Purchasing
Premier, Inc. Announces Definitive Agreement to Be Acquired by Patient Square Capital in Transaction
Premier, Inc. today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by an affiliate of Patient Square Capital. Premier
- Oct 01, 2025
- Daily Briefing
IHA Daily Briefing: October 1
Your Advocacy is Critical! Urgent Action on 340B Legislation
- Sep 30, 2025
- News from the Web
‘Very large differences on healthcare’ remain as government shutdown looms: 3 things to know
With the clock ticking to avoid a government shutdown, the Senate majority leader set a Sept. 30 vote on a previously rejected continuing resolution. Becker's Hospital Review
- Sep 30, 2025
- News from the Web
6 drugs in shortage
Here are six new drug shortages and discontinuations, according to drug supply databases from the FDA and American Society of Health-System Pharmacists. Becker's Hospital Review
- Sep 30, 2025
- News from the Web
US COVID declining after reaching peak
COVID activity has peaked and is now on a downward trend in many regions of the country, though emergency department (ED) visits and hospitalizations are still elevated. CIDRAP
- Sep 30, 2025
- News from the Web
Opioid use disorder cases jumped post-pandemic
Diagnoses of opioid use disorder among the commercially insured jumped nearly 40% nationwide between 2021 and 2024. AXIOS
- Sep 30, 2025
- News from the Web
Child deaths from guns at home more than doubled since 2010
In-home firearm homicides of children and teenagers have more than doubled since 2010, a new study suggests. UPI
- Sep 30, 2025
- Insurance Solutions
New FAQ: Concerns Related to Sitters (members should login to access)
What are the risk management and liability concerns related to maintaining and providing a list of individuals who have expressed an interest in sitting?
- Sep 30, 2025
- Daily Briefing
IHA Daily Briefing: September 30
Government Shutdown, Hospital at Home
- Sep 29, 2025
- Daily Briefing
IHA Daily Briefing: September 29
DEADLINE TOMORROW: Medicaid IMPACT Revalidations Due Sept. 30
- Sep 26, 2025
- Daily Briefing
IHA Daily Briefing: September 26
Ruth Colby Leadership Award Presented at IHA Leadership Summit
- Sep 25, 2025
- Daily Briefing
IHA Daily Briefing: September 25
IHA Leadership Summit: Rising Above Uncertainties Panel Discussion
- Sep 24, 2025
- Daily Briefing
IHA Daily Briefing: September 24
IHA Partner Offers Access to 40K International Clinicians for Direct Hire
- Sep 24, 2025
- COMPdata
What is a Data Analyst? Job Description, Skills and More
A Data Analyst transforms raw data into actionable insights to support business decisions. Simple i Learn
- Sep 24, 2025
- COMPdata
Healthcare Data Breach Statistics
The HIPAA Journal has compiled healthcare data breach statistics from October 2009, when HHS Office for Civil Rights started publishing summaries of healthcare data breaches. HIPPA Journal
- Sep 24, 2025
- COMPdata
As AI explodes, the need for synthetic data is more crucial than ever
In a time when health systems are struggling to gain meaningful insights from data, synthetic data offers a lot of potential. Healthcare IT News
- Sep 23, 2025
- Daily Briefing
IHA Daily Briefing: September 23
White House Issues Proclamation Changing the H-1B Visa Program
- Sep 22, 2025
- Daily Briefing
IHA Daily Briefing: September 22
REGISTER: Webinar on Tech-enabled Staffing Solutions Is Sept. 29
- Sep 03, 2025
- Midwest Alliance for Patient Safety
New report shows improvements in patient safety and workforce resilience
AHA released a new report showing hospital and health system patients reporting improvements in overall care experience and perception of safety alongside gains in key safety outcomes. AHA
- Sep 03, 2025
- Midwest Alliance for Patient Safety
Raise Awareness in September for Sepsis Awareness Month
Sepsis is a life-threatening emergency that happens when your body’s response to an infection damages vital organs and, often, causes death. Sepsis.org
- Sep 03, 2025
- Midwest Alliance for Patient Safety
Patient Safety 101
This Primer is intended to provide an overview of patient safety through defining key concepts and linking to other Primers that explore specific safety concepts in detail. Patient Safety Network
- Sep 02, 2025
- COMPdata
3 Trends Laying The Groundwork for Scalable Healthcare Analytics
As healthcare organizations stretch to do more with less, data is becoming the backbone of better care, stronger operations, and sustainable growth. HIT Consultant
- Sep 02, 2025
- COMPdata
Analysis projects increases in state uninsured rates following passage of budget reconciliation bill
A KFF analysis provides state-by-state allocation of Congressional Budget Office estimates that 10 million people could be uninsured by 2034 after the passage of the budget reconciliation bill. AHA
- Sep 02, 2025
- COMPdata
Global Big Data in Healthcare Market is Predicted to Cross the USD 330 Billion Mark by 2032
The demand for big data in healthcare is growing rapidly, fueled by the rising incidence of chronic diseases. Globe Newswire
- Sep 02, 2025
- IPC Group Purchasing
An Analysis of 30-Day All-Cause Readmissions and Accountable Care Organization Attribution
The journal Population Health Management published a study that revealed beneficiaries attributed to MSSP ACOs had a 6 percent lower readmission rate compared to non-ACO beneficiaries. Premier
- Sep 02, 2025
- IPC Group Purchasing
Mercyhealth is nationally recognized for its commitment to providing high-quality stroke care
The American Heart Association presents Get With The Guidelines® quality achievement awards for proven dedication to ensuring all stroke patients have access to care. Mercyhealth
- Sep 02, 2025
- IPC Group Purchasing
How predictive planning can help stabilize healthcare supply chains: ECRI
A shift toward strategic, predictive planning can help transform the way healthcare organizations manage their equipment life cycles, according to an Aug. 12 ECRI blog post. Becker's Hospital Review
- Aug 04, 2025
- IPC Group Purchasing
Tariffs: Where things stand after trade deal deadline
Dozens of countries will now face higher tariff rates on imports to the U.S. following the expiration of President Donald Trump’s Aug. 1 trade deal deadline. Becker's Hospital Review
- Aug 04, 2025
- IPC Group Purchasing
Riverside Medical Center Earns National Recognition for Lifesaving Heart Attack Care
Riverside Medical Center has once again been recognized among the best in the nation, earning the American College of Cardiology’s Platinum Performance Achievement Award. Riverside Healthcare
- Aug 04, 2025
- IPC Group Purchasing
Premier, Inc. named one of the best companies to work for by U.S. News & World report
Premier, Inc. has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the Best Companies to Work For in 2025–2026. The Journal of Healthcare Contracting
- Aug 01, 2025
- Midwest Alliance for Patient Safety
Ten Attributes of Health Literate Health Care Organizations
Health literate healthcare organizations make it easier for people to navigate, understand, and use information and services to take care of their health. AHRQ
- Aug 01, 2025
- Midwest Alliance for Patient Safety
Remembering Dr. Lucian Leape - pioneer in patient safety
Lucian L. Leape, a surgeon whose insights into medical mistakes in the 1990s gave rise to the field of patient safety, died on Monday at his home in Lexington, Mass. He was 94. N.Y. Times
- Jul 28, 2025
- COMPdata
Identity is the Missing Link: Why Interoperability Can’t Advance Without It
When it comes to health data interoperability, everything begins with identity. Journal of AHIMA
- Jul 28, 2025
- COMPdata
Health Informatics in Health Information Management: A Growing Opportunity
Healthcare continues to move deeper into the digital world, and with this shift comes the growing importance of health informatics. Journal of AHIMA
- Jul 28, 2025
- COMPdata
Analysis: AI in health care could save lives and money — but not yet
A 2024 American Medical Association survey found that 66% of U.S. physicians had used AI tools in some capacity, up from 38% in 2023. PBS
- Jul 09, 2025
- Midwest Alliance for Patient Safety
‘Hidden hypertension’ clue buried in EHRs: What to know
A common symptom of hypertension, an often underrecognized condition, can be found “hidden” within existing electronic health records. Becker's Hospital Review
- Jul 09, 2025
- Midwest Alliance for Patient Safety
National Action Alliance: Webinars
The National Action Alliance hosts informational webinars on patient and workforce safety topics that are of interest to partners and practitioners. AHRQ
- Jul 08, 2025
- IPC Group Purchasing
Premier, Inc. Expands Clinical Decision Support (CDS) Capabilities with Acquisition of IllumiCare
Premier, Inc., announced the acquisition of IllumiCare, a healthcare technology firm known for its EMR-agnostic platform. Premier
- Jul 08, 2025
- IPC Group Purchasing
Mercyhealth becomes first hospital in region to offer the Pulsed Field Ablation VARIPULSE catheter
Mercyhealth Hospital and Trauma Center–Janesville and Javon Bea Hospital–Riverside now offer the VARIPULSE pulse field ablation catheter used to treat atrial fibrillation (AFib). Mercyhealth
- Jul 08, 2025
- IPC Group Purchasing
Where patient volumes are headed: 10 forecasts for 10 years out
Overall demand for healthcare services is poised to continue its significant growth across various service lines over the next decade. Becker's Hospital Review
- Jun 24, 2025
- Press Release
Op-Ed: Medicaid Cuts in Senate Bill Threaten Care, Access, and Jobs in Illinois
Congress is considering a massive budget cut that would gut Medicaid — a move that would devastate healthcare access, eliminate jobs, and destabilize hospitals across Illinois.
- Jun 23, 2025
- Press Release
Making a Splash – Safely: Illinois Poison Center Shares Pool Safety Tips for Summer Fun
As summer officially begins, the Illinois Poison Center (IPC) is reminding families to stay safe around the pool.
- Apr 29, 2025
- Press Release
Illinois Hospital Leaders to Meet with State Legislators to Advocate for Key Healthcare Priorities
On Wednesday, April 30, nearly 100 leaders of hospitals and health systems from across the state will meet with legislators from their respective districts during Hospital Advocacy Day.
- Apr 01, 2025
- Insurance Solutions
MAIC Med-IQ 2025 Online Education Program Announcement
Medical Alliance Insurance Company (MAIC) has partnered with Med-IQ to offer risk management continuing education courses.
- Mar 12, 2025
- Press Release
Illinois Joins Poison Centers Nationwide to Highlight Dangers of Poisoning and Reducing Risk, Injury
IPC joins poison centers nationwide to raise awareness about poison dangers and educate the public on ways to further protect their loved ones during National Poison Prevention Week.
- Mar 07, 2025
- Press Release
Phillip Kambic of Riverside Healthcare Elected to Illinois Health and Hospital Association Board
Phillip Kambic, President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Riverside Healthcare in Kankakee, has been elected to the Board of Trustees for the Illinois Health and Hospital Association.
- Mar 06, 2025
- Press Release
Illinois Nurses Convene at State Capitol to Engage Leaders on Critical Healthcare Priorities
Magnet Hospital Day highlighted Illinois nurses' dedication to patient care, clinical excellence and healthier communities.
- Feb 25, 2025
- Insurance Solutions
2025 REAP Indicators
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- Feb 24, 2025
- Press Release
Protecting Medicaid Funding is Essential to Safeguard Illinois’ Healthcare System
Driven by an unwavering mission to provide high quality, accessible care, hospitals across the state open their doors every hour of every day to everyone, regardless of their ability to pay.
- Feb 19, 2025
- Press Release
IHA Statement on Governor JB Pritzker’s State of the State and Budget Address
The following statement can be attributed to A.J. Wilhelmi, President and CEO of IHA, in response to Governor JB Pritzker’s State of the State and Budget Address.
- Feb 03, 2025
- Press Release
Morris Hospital & Healthcare Centers' Thomas J. Dohm Elected to IHA Board
Thomas J. Dohm, President and CEO, Morris Hospital & Healthcare Centers in Morris, has been elected to the Board of Trustees for the Illinois Health and Hospital Association (IHA).
- Jan 23, 2025
- Press Release
Loyola Medicine’s Shawn P. Vincent Elected to Serve as Chairman for IHA Board
Shawn P. Vincent has been elected to serve as Chairman of the Board of Trustees for the Illinois Health and Hospital Association (IHA).
- Jan 21, 2025
- Press Release
Travis Andersen of UW Health in Northern Illinois Elected to IHA Board
Travis Andersen, President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), UW Health in northern Illinois, in Rockford, has been elected to the Board of Trustees for IHA.
- Dec 16, 2024
- Midwest Alliance for Patient Safety
Midwest Alliance for Patient Safety Announces 2024 Patient Safety Award Recipients
The Midwest Alliance for Patient Safety (MAPS) named Morris Hospital & Healthcare Centers, Sparta Community Hospital District, and Sinai Chicago as its 2024 Patient Safety Award recipients.
- Nov 18, 2024
- Press Release
IHA, ICAHN to Celebrate National Rural Health Day on Nov. 21
Illinois' small and rural hospitals continue to offer high-quality healthcare, provide access and drive economic development to rural communities.
- Nov 07, 2024
- Press Release
IHA Hosts Emergency Preparedness Exercise to Prevent Cybersecurity Disruptions at Illinois Hospitals
IHA hosted a live interactive webinar for hospitals and health systems to test their defense against malicious cyber actors and strengthen preparedness efforts.
- Oct 25, 2024
- Press Release
Illinois’ Poison Center Offers ‘Tricks’ to Keep Everyone Safe this Halloween
Candy, costumes, and spooky decorations are part of the fun of Halloween, but the IPC wants to remind parents and caregivers to be cautious and stay vigilant while celebrating.
- Oct 22, 2024
- Press Release
Statewide resource pool launches in Illinois to address healthcare workforce needs
Matchwell, a Medical Solutions brand specializing in matching local and per diem clinicians with top healthcare facilities, announced the launch of the Illinois Resource Pool.
- Oct 01, 2024
- Press Release
IHA Presents First Annual Ruth Colby Excellence in Leadership Award
IHA President and CEO, A.J. Wilhelmi presented Mary Lou Mastro the inaugural Ruth Colby Excellence in Leadership Award during IHA’s 2024 Leadership Summit in Oak Brook last week.
- Jul 29, 2024
- Press Release
Illinois Poison Center Highlights Dangers of Synthetic Opioids, Designer Drugs
Summer months are a perfect opportunity to enjoy outdoor concerts, music festivals and sporting events, but the use of recreational drugs can be common at these events.
- Jul 01, 2024
- Press Release
Illinois Poison Center Offers Tips to Avoid 4th of July Holiday Hazards
Cookouts, fireworks and holiday parties with friends and family are common occurrences on July 4, but the events also pose risk to the public if they don’t take the proper precautions to stay safe.
- Jun 05, 2024
- Press Release
IHA Statement on Governor JB Pritzker’s Signature of Fiscal Year 2025 Budget
The following statement can be attributed to A.J. Wilhelmi, President and CEO of the Illinois Health and Hospital Association, in response to the signing of the Fiscal Year 2025 budget package.
- May 24, 2024
- Press Release
Illinois Poison Center Encourages the Public to Celebrate Safely This Summer
With the upcoming Memorial Day holiday marking the unofficial start to summer, IPC encourages Illinoisans to take precautions against poison exposure while enjoying fun in the sun.
- May 07, 2024
- Press Release
Illinois Hospital Leaders to Meet with State Legislators During IHA’s Advocacy Day in Springfield
On Wednesday, May 8, nearly 100 leaders of hospitals and health systems from across Illinois will meet with legislators from their respective districts during Hospital Advocacy Day organized IHA.
- Apr 11, 2024
- Press Release
IHA, Hospital Leaders Advocate for Legislative Reforms to Address Inappropriate Denials of Care
The Illinois Health and Hospital Association and its member hospitals support legislation to reduce barriers to healthcare services for Illinois' most vulnerable population.
- Mar 15, 2024
- Press Release
Illinois Poison Center to Participate in National Poison Center Prevention Week March 17-23
The Illinois Poison Center (IPC), the nation's oldest poison center, joins poison centers around the country to raise awareness about poison dangers during National Poison Prevention Week.
- Mar 13, 2024
- Press Release
IPHCA, IHA Applaud 8th Circuit Decision Upholding Law Protecting 340B Contract Pharmacy Partnerships
IHA joined IPHCA to applaud the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 8th Circuit’s March 12 decision upholding Arkansas’ 340B Drug Pricing Nondiscrimination Act.
- Mar 13, 2024
- Press Release
Gov. Pritzker Highlights Health Insurance Reform Initiatives
Today, Governor JB Pritzker joined doctors, patients, stakeholders and legislators to highlight efforts to reform predatory health insurance practices and protect patients.
- Mar 06, 2024
- Press Release
$117.7 Billion: State Economic Impact of Illinois Hospitals and Health Systems
Illinois’ more than 200 hospitals & nearly 40 health systems are powerful economic drivers for their communities and for Illinois, generating a statewide economic impact of $117.7 billion annually.
- Feb 21, 2024
- Press Release
IHA Statement on Gov. JB Pritzker's FY2025 State of the State, Budget Address
The following statement can be attributed to A.J. Wilhelmi, President and CEO of IHA, in response to Gov. JB Pritzker's State of the State and Budget Address.
- Feb 12, 2024
- Press Release
Illinois Healthcare Leaders Seek Legislative Action to Protect Access to Life Saving Medication
Legislation aims to stop big pharma from restricting patients’ ability to fill prescriptions at local pharmacies.
- Jan 07, 2024
- Press Release
Three Young Adults Hospitalized from Fake Xanax Pills Featured in Jan. 5 CDC Report
Researchers advise of increase in use of Bromazolam drug and prompt coordination with public health officials, poison centers when patients present with serious injuries after illicit drug use.
- Oct 16, 2023
- Press Release
IHA Statement on the Passing of Silver Cross Hospital President and CEO Ruth Colby
The Illinois Health and Hospital Association (IHA) is profoundly saddened to learn of the passing of Ruth Colby, President and Chief Executive Officer of Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox, Illinois.
- Sep 18, 2023
- Press Release
Youth Suicide Risk Due to Overdose Rises During School Year
Illinois Poison Center Offers Parents & Caregivers Suicide Prevention Resources, Ways to Mitigate Risk During Suicide Prevention Awareness Month.
- Apr 18, 2023
- Press Release
Hospital Leaders to Discuss Healthcare Priorities with State Legislators During IHA’s Advocacy Day
Illinois hospital and health system leaders are calling on the General Assembly to pass several bills that will increase the Medicaid reimbursement rate for hospitals.
- Mar 15, 2023
- Press Release
Illinois Poison Center Joins National Effort to Raise Awareness About Poison Dangers
For 70 years, the Illinois Poison Center (IPC) has provided vital information and resources to families to help reduce the threat of poisoning and save lives.
- Mar 02, 2023
- Press Release
IHA part of coalition to urge reforms to Illinois' Biometric Information Privacy Act
IHA joined leading business, healthcare and technology groups at a Springfield press conference, urging the Illinois General Assembly to enact reforms to the state’s Biometric Information Privacy Act.
- Jan 30, 2023
- Press Release
Dr. Thomas Shanley Elected to Illinois Health and Hospital Association Board
Thomas Shanley, MD, President and Chief Executive Officer, Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, has been elected to the Board of Trustees.
- Jan 30, 2023
- Press Release
Tracy Bauer Elected to Illinois Health and Hospital Association Board
Tracy Bauer, President and Chief Executive Officer, Midwest Medical Center, Galena, has been elected to the Board of Trustees for the Illinois Health and Hospital Association.
- Jan 23, 2023
- Press Release
Illinois Poison Center: Keep Cannabis Edibles Out of Reach of Children
Children ages 5 and younger are accidentally ingesting cannabis edibles at an alarming rate, according to a new study recently published in Pediatrics.
- Dec 05, 2022
- Press Release
Midwest Alliance for Patient Safety PSO announces 2022 Patient Safety Champion Awards
The Midwest Alliance for Patient Safety (MAPS) Patient Safety Organization (PSO) announced the recipients of two MAPS PSO Patient Safety Champion awards.
- Nov 07, 2022
- Press Release
Beware of 'Silent Killer' in Homes: IPC Urges Residents to Purchase Carbon Monoxide Detectors
With cold weather on the horizon, Illinois Poison Center (IPC) wants to remind the public that heating your home to combat the icy temperatures also increases the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning.
- Oct 17, 2022
- Press Release
Illinois' Poison Center Offers Safety 'Tricks' to Prevent Poisoning This Halloween
According to the Illinois Poison Center (IPC), accidential poisonings from Halloween candy is rare, but IPC manages cases each year involving dry ice, glow sticks and more.
- Oct 04, 2022
- Press Release
Illinois House Majority Leader Greg Harris Receives Outstanding Leadership Award
Illinois House Majority Leader Greg Harris was presented the "Outstanding Leadership Award" last week at the Illinois Health and Hospital Association's (IHA) Leadership Summit.
- Jul 12, 2022
- Press Release
IPC Warns Public of Fake Prescription Pills, Drug Substitutions as Fentanyl Use Rises
Now that summer is in full swing, the Illinois Poison Center (IPC) is warning the public to stay safe by avoiding recreational drugs, especially synthetic recreational drugs.
- Feb 22, 2021
- Press Release
Telehealth Legislation Protects Virtual Healthcare Beyond COVID-19 Pandemic
The Coalition to Protect Telehealth announced support for a legislative proposal to protect Illinoisans’ access to the innovative telehealth services they have relied on during the COVID pandemic.
- Jan 13, 2021
- Press Release
Statement from IHA Re: Hospital and Healthcare Transformation – Senate Bill 1510
IHA and the Illinois hospital community want to thank Representative Greg Harris, Senator Heather Steans, and HFS Director Theresa Eagleson for their leadership in moving this legislation forward.
- Jan 13, 2021
- Press Release
Statement from IHA Re: Illinois House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch
IHA congratulates State Representative Emanuel “Chris” Welch on his historic election as Speaker of the Illinois House of Representatives for the 102nd General Assembly.
- Nov 17, 2020
- Press Release
MAPS PSO Presents Patient Safety Champion Award to DuPage Medical Group
MAPS PSO awarded the MAPS PSO Patient Safety Champion award to DuPage Medical Group in Downers Grove and gave an Honorable Mention to Pinckneyville Community Hospital.
- Nov 02, 2020
- Press Release
Jordan Powell Joining IHA to Lead on Health Policy and Finance
Jordan Powell joins IHA as Senior Vice President of Health Policy and Finance on Dec. 14. He will provide leadership on strategic policy, payment system, health equity and healthcare reform issues.
- Sep 30, 2020
- Press Release
Healthcare Providers, Advocates Urge General Assembly to Protect Telehealth
The Coalition to Protect Our Telehealth, which includes IHA, urges the General Assembly to protect telehealth approaches so Illinoisans can access critically needed, affordable care beyond COVID-19.
- Sep 16, 2020
- Press Release
IHA Opinion: Hospitals Committed to Serving Everyone
Illinois hospitals of all shapes and sizes are the cornerstones of their communities and provide some of the highest quality healthcare in the world.
- Feb 15, 2019
- Press Release
Karen Harris Named IHA Senior Vice President and General Counsel
Karen Harris will join the Illinois Health and Hospital Association (IHA) as its Senior Vice President and General Counsel, effective March 1.
- Jan 28, 2019
- Press Release
IHA's Longest Serving Employee Retires
On Jan. 31, IHA will lose its longest serving employee.