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Illinois Health Department & Poison Center dish out July 4 safety tips
The Illinois Department of Health and Illinois Poison Center are reminding residents to be safe while celebrating July 4. WMBD
News Articles
- Jul 02, 2024
- News from the Web
Med schools face a new obstacle in the push to train more Black doctors
Medical schools around the country are trying to recruit Black, Hispanic, and Native American students, all of whom remain disproportionately underrepresented in the field of medicine. WGLT
- Jul 02, 2024
- News from the Web
Ultrasounds ineffective in detecting this cancer in Black women: Study
Transvaginal ultrasounds fail to detect endometrial cancer in up to 11.4% of Black women, according to research from a study published June 27 in JAMA Oncology. Becker's Hospital Review
- Jul 02, 2024
- News from the Web
5 recent Joint Commission moves
TJC recently updated its policy on secure texting of patient information, and received a renewal of its deeming status as an accreditor of laboratory testing. Becker's Hospital Review
- Jul 02, 2024
- News from the Web
Hospital C-suites' AI plans crystallize
AI and generative AI is shifting healthcare delivery and elevating what is possible within the industry. C-suite executive teams are testing AI on a large and small scale. Becker's Hospital Review
- Jul 02, 2024
- Daily Briefing
IHA Daily Briefing: July 2
Register: Complimentary IHA Workplace Violence Webinar on Aug. 6
- Jul 01, 2024
- News from the Web
Joint Commission renewed as CMS accreditor of clinical labs
The Joint Commission has once again been renewed by CMS for its lab and point-of-care testing accreditation program. Becker's Hospital Review
- Jul 01, 2024
- News from the Web
States with the most rural hospital closures in the past 20 years
Since January 2005, 192 rural hospitals have closed or converted, according to data compiled by the Cecil G. Sheps Center for Health Services Research. Becker's Hospital Review
- Jul 01, 2024
- News from the Web
A summer wave of Covid-19 has arrived in the US
Covid-19 levels have been rising in the United States for weeks as new variants drive what’s become an annual summer surge. CNN
- Jul 01, 2024
- News from the Web
FDA finds H5N1 bird flu in half of tested samples but confirms flash pasteurization kills virus
New tests found that bird flu virus is making its way from dairy farms and into milk processing plants but also that the commonly used flash pasteurization method fully neutralizes the virus. CNN
- Jul 01, 2024
- News from the Web
Study finds heart valve disease in more than 25% of people over 60
Heart valve disease is much more common in aging adults that has been thought, a new study warns. UPI
- 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.
- Jul 01, 2024
- Daily Briefing
IHA Daily Briefing: July 1
Critical Vulnerability in 'MOVEit' File Transfer Platform
- Jun 28, 2024
- News from the Web
Health insurers cover fewer drugs and make them harder to get
In 2010, the average Medicare formulary covered about three-quarters of all drugs approved by FDA. Now, it’s a little more than half. WSIU
- Jun 28, 2024
- News from the Web
Mental Health Advocates Work to Address Cultural Stigmas, Break Down Barriers to Care in Chicago
Mental health advocates have long called for Chicago to reestablish its 19 city-operated mental health clinics. WTTW
- Jun 28, 2024
- News from the Web
Friendly’s, Hershey’s ice cream among various brands recalled over bacterial contamination concerns
Consumers looking to cool off this summer are advised to avoid popular ice cream products from brands including Friendly’s, Hershey’s and Chipwich. CNN
- Jun 28, 2024
- News from the Web
FDA approves 1st inhaled COPD treatment in 20 years
An inhalable drug treatment for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease received FDA-approval June 26, drugmaker Verona Pharma announced. Becker's Hospital Review
- Jun 28, 2024
- News from the Web
House panel passes bills to expand Medicare obesity drug coverage, cancer screening
The House Ways & Means Committee passed obesity drug coverage legislation that would offer a limited pathway for adults 65 and older to get their weight loss drugs paid for by Medicare. STAT News
- Jun 28, 2024
- Daily Briefing
IHA Daily Briefing: June 28
IHA Small & Rural Meeting: Addressing Medicare Advantage Challenges
- Jun 27, 2024
- News from the Web
Pritzker launches Getting to Zero Illinois 2.0 Plan, optimistic about ending HIV epidemic
The number of new HIV and AIDS cases diagnosed in Illinois has decreased by 18%, according to the Illinois Department of Public Health. WAND
- Jun 27, 2024
- News from the Web
COVID is on the rise again
The annual summer surge of COVID-19 infections has begun, fueled by the spread of new variants. AXIOS
- Jun 27, 2024
- News from the Web
FDA issues long-awaited draft guidance for enrolling more people of color in clinical trials
FDA has drafted guidance aimed at getting drug companies and medical device makers to enroll more people of color and women in the clinical trials that test whether products work. STAT News
- Jun 27, 2024
- News from the Web
"No evidence" new COVID variant LB.1 causes more severe disease, CDC says
There are no signs so far that the new LB.1 variant is causing more severe disease in COVID-19 patients, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says. CBS News
- Jun 27, 2024
- News from the Web
US cancer centers warn drug shortages continue, impacting different varieties of medications
A new survey of US cancer centers shows that many continue to face drug shortages, impacting clinical trials and often requiring mitigation strategies to treat patients. CNN
- Jun 27, 2024
- News from the Web
IHA Daily Briefing: June 27
2024 SRAM President's Address: Empowering Rural Healthcare
- Jun 26, 2024
- News from the Web
Chicago survivors, advocates say gun violence has been a public health crisis for a long time
The U.S. surgeon general on Tuesday declared gun violence a public health crisis Tuesday, and survivors in Chicago wonder what took so long. CBS 2
- Jun 26, 2024
- News from the Web
6 guidelines from ASCO on AI, cancer care
Leaders at ASCO published a formal document June 25 that outlines what the group deems as the most appropriate use of AI when it comes to clinical oncology care. Becker's Hospital Review
- Jun 26, 2024
- News from the Web
AHA slams study tying unemployment to hospital price increases
AHA denounced a new report that links hospital price hikes to job loss in local communities and increased suicide rates. Becker's Hospital Review
- Jun 26, 2024
- News from the Web
US health agencies launch new studies of H5N1 bird flu in dairy workers and dairy products
US health agencies are starting new rounds of tests on dairy workers and milk products to better understand the possible impact of H5N1 bird flu. CNN
- Jun 26, 2024
- News from the Web
Visa freeze worsens America's nursing shortage
Longstanding caps on green cards for foreign-educated nurses are limiting one potential fix for America's stark shortage of health care workers. AXIOS
- Jun 26, 2024
- Daily Briefing
IHA Daily Briefing: June 26
CDC HAN: Increased Risk of Dengue Virus Infections in the U.S.
- Jun 25, 2024
- Daily Briefing
IHA Daily Briefing: June 25
HHS Final Rule Disincentivizes Information Blocking by Providers
- Jun 24, 2024
- Daily Briefing
IHA Daily Briefing: June 24
Register: Medical Solutions to Lead Webinar on Workforce Strategies
- Jun 21, 2024
- Daily Briefing
IHA Daily Briefing: June 21
Change Healthcare Begins Issuing HIPAA Notices Regarding Cyberattack
- Jun 20, 2024
- Daily Briefing
IHA Daily Briefing: June 20
Register: IHA Leadership Summit Is Sept. 26-27 in Oak Brook
- Jun 18, 2024
- News from the Web
Boosting hepatitis C treatment would save money, CBO says
Doubling the number of Medicaid enrollees receiving hepatitis C treatments would avoid about $7 billion in health care costs over a decade, according to a new Congressional Budget Office report. AXIOS
- Jun 14, 2024
- News from the Web
Skin cancer alert: Melanoma cases are on the rise
Doctors are diagnosing more people with melanoma. Although melanoma accounts for only about 1% of skin cancers, it's responsible for the large majority of skin cancer deaths. AXIOS
- Jun 12, 2024
- Daily Briefing
IHA Daily Briefing: June 12
Register: HCPro’s Medicare Boot Camp – UR Version
- Jun 05, 2024
- IPC Group Purchasing
Riverside Earns Highest Certification for Workplace Mental Health for Third Year in a Row
When it comes to mental health, Riverside recognizes the importance of supporting its employees through the challenges healthcare can bring.
- Jun 05, 2024
- IPC Group Purchasing
U.S. News releases its first ratings of ambulatory surgery centers. Here’s how and why they did it.
For 34 years, U.S. News & World Report has evaluated America’s hospitals, and its ratings have gained wide attention from consumers and the healthcare industry.
- Jun 05, 2024
- IPC Group Purchasing
4 Premier updates
In 2024, healthcare supply improvement company Premier has been steadily racking up partnerships with group purchasing organizations, health systems and drugmakers.
- 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 29, 2024
- IPC Group Purchasing
64 Federally Qualified Health Centers Partner with MHN To Transition to Medicare Value-Based Care
Medical Home Network (MHN) is partnering this year with 64 federally qualified health centers (FQHCs) in seven states to participate in two CMS value-based programs: ACO REACH and MSSP.
- Apr 29, 2024
- IPC Group Purchasing
Humboldt Park Health first in Midwest to get health equity certification
When Norwegian American Hospital became Humboldt Park Health three years ago, it adopted the tagline "Advancing Health Equity."
- Apr 29, 2024
- IPC Group Purchasing
HGPII Details GPOs’ Efforts to Reduce Prices and Increase Transparency Amid Marketplace Challenges
An annual survey has found that healthcare GPOs are adhering to best business practices and exploring innovative methods to address supply disruptions while promoting cost savings and quality.
- 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.
- Nov 14, 2023
- Press Release
IHA, ICAHN to Celebrate National Rural Health Day on Nov. 16
Illinois' small and rural hospitals continue to transform the delivery of healthcare, provide access and offer quality care to rural communities.
- 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
Illinois Health and Hospital Association Names Gerald "J.P." Gallagher Board Chair
Gerald "J.P." Gallagher, President and Chief Executive Officer, NorthShore -- Edward-Elmhurst Health, has been elected Chair of the Board of the Illinois Health and Hospital Association for 2023.
- 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 16, 2022
- Press Release
IHA, ICAHN to Celebrate National Rural Health Day on Nov. 17
In recognition of National Rural Health Day on Nov. 17, IHA and ICAHN are celebrating Illinois' rural hospital community for their tireless efforts to provide high quality care.
- Nov 15, 2022
- Press Release
Illinois’ Rural Hospitals Celebrate National Rural Health Day on Nov. 17
IHA President & CEO A.J. Wilhelmi and ICHAN Executive Director Pat Schou recognize Illinois' 86 small and rural hospitals and the vital role they play within Illinois communities.
- 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.
- Jun 16, 2022
- Press Release
IHA’s Annual Meeting Highlights Ways to Innovate, Strengthen Rural Healthcare
The Illinois Health and Hospital Association today kicked off the start of our Small & Rural Hospitals Annual Meeting entitled “Inspiring Connections” at the Crowne Plaza Springfield.
- Jun 14, 2022
- Press Release
IHA to Host Small & Rural Hospitals Annual Meeting
The Illinois Health and Hospital Association will host our Small & Rural Hospitals Annual Meeting, “Inspiring Connections,” on June 16-17 at the Crowne Plaza Springfield.
- May 23, 2022
- Press Release
IPC Offers Tips to Help Families Celebrate Summer Safely
The Illinois Poison Center encourages Illinoisans to take precautions against poison exposures, including foodborne illness, while enjoying fun in the sun this summer.
- May 09, 2022
- Press Release
Media Advisory: IHA Health Equity Action Day Is May 13
IHA will host its second annual Health Equity Action Day, Accelerating Health Equity Across Illinois, on Friday, May 13 from 9-11:30 a.m.
- Apr 28, 2022
- Press Release
IHA Health Equity Action Day Is May 13
Bestselling author and policy expert Heather McGhee will deliver the keynote address at IHA’s second
annual Health Equity Action Day on May 13.
- Jan 26, 2022
- Press Release
Ted Rogalski Chairs 2022 IHA Board of Trustees
Ted Rogalski, Administrator, Genesis Medical Center, Aledo, became Chair of IHA's 2022 Board of Trustees on Jan. 1, 2022. The Board is the policymaking body for IHA.
- Jul 21, 2021
- Press Release
Beware of Fake Prescription Pills This Summer
The Illinois Poison Center has a warning for anyone who may purchase pills that were not prescribed by a doctor: Chances are, the drugs are counterfeit and you may be ingesting fentanyl.
- Jun 18, 2021
- Press Release
IHA Launches the Racial Equity in Healthcare Progress Report
IHA launched the Racial Equity in Healthcare Progress Report during IHA’s Health Equity Action Day on June 18. The report is a long-term tool to document progress toward racial health equity.
- Jun 17, 2021
- Press Release
IHA Health Equity Action Day: Media Advisory
IHA Health Equity Action Day will be live streamed on June 18 at 9 a.m. Speakers include Michelle Silverthorn, founder of Inclusion Nation, Governor J.B. Pritzker and Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot.
- May 18, 2021
- IL Hospitals Doing More
18 vulnerable Chicago neighborhoods. 10 leading health systems. One powerful goal.
More than three years ago, a meeting with U.S. Senator Dick Durbin and the CEOs of 10 major hospitals in Chicago sparked the Chicago Hospital Engagement, Action, and Leadership (HEAL) Initiative.
- Mar 22, 2021
- Press Release
Illinois Poison Center Unveils New Website
The Illinois Poison Center's newly redesigned website provides easy access to reliable health and safety information for the public and healthcare providers.
- Mar 01, 2021
- Press Release
March Is Illinois Poison Prevention Month
In March, Illinois Poison Prevention Month, IPC encourages all Illinoisans to learn about the potential hazards lurking in homes, schools and workplaces.
- 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.
- Jan 11, 2021
- Press Release
Karen Teitelbaum to Chair 2021 Illinois Health and Hospital Association Board
Karen Teitelbaum, president and CEO, Sinai Chicago, is the chair of IHA's 2021 Board of Trustees as of Jan. 1, 2021. The Board of Trustees is the policymaking body for IHA.
- Jan 10, 2021
- Press Release
Illinois Health and Hospital Association Elects New Board
IHA is pleased to announce its newly elected 2021 Board of Trustees. Board officers serve a one-year term beginning January 1, 2021.
- Dec 17, 2020
- Press Release
Avoid Toxic Drug Combinations This Flu Season
Experts at the Illinois Poison Center are alerting the public to dangerous drug combinations that could interact poorly with HIV medication, or cause a rapid increase in blood pressure.
- Dec 16, 2020
- Press Release
IHA Chief Says Vaccine Delivery ‘on Track' to Illinois County Health Departments
Illinois hospitals are working around the clock with Gov. Pritzker, IDPH, the entire state pandemic response team and local health depts. to ensure the vaccine is administered. We urge patience.
- Nov 20, 2020
- Press Release
Leading Business and Health Care Groups Urge Safe Holiday Celebrations
The state’s leading business and healthcare organizations are urging Illinoisans to safely celebrate the holidays and help slow the spread of the coronavirus by following all health guidelines.
- 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 17, 2020
- Press Release
IHA Statement on Governor Pritzker's Action Today to Mitigate COVID-19 Surge
IHA and our member hospitals and health systems commend Governor Pritzker for his exceptional leadership in this extraordinary time, including his action to mitigate the alarming surge in COVID-19.
- Nov 13, 2020
- Press Release
Hospitals, Doctors and Nurses Plead: “Don’t Let Your Guard Down. Keep Your Mask Up”
With COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations surging, IHA has launched a new statewide campaign to communicate the importance of taking reasonable precautions to curb the spread of the deadly virus.
- 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.
- Oct 05, 2020
- Press Release
IHA Letter re: Graduated Income Tax Proposal
IHA urges Illinoisans to vote Yes on a proposed constitutional amendment for a graduated income tax.
- 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.
- Sep 14, 2020
- Press Release
Illinois Poison Center Leader Named President-Elect of AAPCC
Carol DesLauriers, PharmD, DABAT, Assistant Vice President of the Illinois Poison Center (IPC), has been named president-elect of the American Association of Poison Control Centers (AAPCC).
- Aug 09, 2020
- Press Release
IHA Statement on IDPH Emergency Rules on Face Coverings
A statement from IHA President and CEO A.J. Wilhelmi urges the Joint Committee on Administrative Rules to allow emergency rules on face coverings to move forward to help ensure health and safety.
- Jul 15, 2020
- Press Release
Illinois Business and Healthcare Groups Encourage Use of Face Masks to Save Lives, Protect Jobs
A diverse coalition of business groups renewed calls for Illinoisans to wear face masks when in public to save lives and protect the state’s economy.
- Jul 15, 2020
- Press Release
Illinois Hospital and Health Systems Showcase Quality Improvement Initiatives
Eighty quality improvement projects from Illinois hospitals and health systems represent the dedicated efforts of healthcare professionals to advance quality care and enhance health and well-being.
- Jun 24, 2020
- Press Release
Summer Plants: Safe or Not?
As Illinoisans venture outside for summer fun, the Illinois Poison Center (IPC) reminds you that some of the season’s most attractive plants can be harmful—or even deadly.
- Jun 15, 2020
- Press Release
IHA Statement on Health Disparities
Communities of color have been disproportionately impacted by COVID-19, which has highlighted glaring health disparities. Illinois’ hospital community is engaged on this issue.
- Apr 29, 2020
- Press Release
Health Care Organizations Speak Out Against Legal Challenge to Stay-at-Home Order
IHA, along with ANA, ISAPN and ISMS, submitted an amicus brief on April 29 in the legal case challenging Governor Pritzker's stay-at-home executive order.
- Apr 13, 2020
- Press Release
IPC Cleaning Product Exposures Up 30%
The Illinois Poison Center (IPC) urges people to use caution with cleaning products, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Mar 23, 2020
- Press Release
Help Us Help You: A Message From Illinois Hospitals and Health Systems During COVID-19 Pandemic
IHA along with its 200 member hospitals and nearly 40 health systems called on all Illinois residents to help hospitals prevent a surge of COVID-19 patients.
- Mar 19, 2020
- Press Release
Illinois Hospitals Issue Plea for Medical Supplies
IHA issued a plea to the construction industry, dentists, veterinarians and other groups that may be able to help Illinois’ more than 200 hospitals protect staff as they care for COVID-19 patients.
- Feb 27, 2020
- Press Release
Illinois Hospitals and Health Systems Infuse More Than $100 Billion Annually Into State’s Economy
Illinois hospitals and health systems infuse more than $100 billion in state and local economies. They are the number one creator of jobs supporting working families.
- Feb 26, 2020
- Press Release
MAPS PSO Releases White Paper on Top 10 Patient Safety Issues for 2020
MAPS PSO has released Patient Safety Focus: Top 10 Safety Issues for 2020, a white paper offering strategies to address some of healthcare’s top challenges.
- Jan 02, 2020
- Press Release
Illinois Health and Hospital Association Elects New Board
IHA is pleased to announce its newly elected 2020 Board of Trustees. Board officers serve a one-year term beginning Jan. 1, 2020.
- Dec 16, 2019
- Press Release
Holiday Plants Are Not on the Menu
The Illinois Poison Center--the nation's oldest poison center--warns of gastrointestinal distress from three common holiday plants.
- Nov 18, 2019
- Press Release
Illinois’ Rural Hospitals Celebrate National Rural Health Day
Over 1.4 million Illinoisans live in rural regions and rely on their local hospital as a vital—and often only—source of care. IHA and ICAHN are proud to recognize National Rural Health Day on Nov. 21.
- Nov 04, 2019
- Press Release
MAPS PSO Presents Patient Safety Champion Award to a Rush Copley Medical Center Employee
MAPS PSO awarded Suzanne Khoury, a senior medical technologist at Rush Copley Medical Center in Aurora, with the MAPS PSO Patient Safety Champion award for preventing patient harm.
- Oct 07, 2019
- Press Release
Is That a Mouse In Your House?
Nation’s oldest poison center offers rodent removal and prevention safety tips
- Sep 26, 2019
- Press Release
IHA Honors Illinois Hospitals and Health Systems for Quality Initiatives with Significant Impact
Hospitals and health systems in Illinois devote significant resources to advancing patient care and safety. IHA recognizes those dedicated efforts through its Quality Excellence Achievement Awards.
- May 01, 2019
- Press Release
Illinois Hospital Leaders Urge Legislative Action on Needed Medicaid Managed Care Reforms
Hospital and health system leaders from across Illinois are urging the General Assembly to pass legislation on needed reforms to the state’s Medicaid managed care program before it adjourns May 31.
- Apr 04, 2019
- Press Release
Illinois Hospital Leaders to Showcase Quality Improvement Initiatives at the State Capitol
4th Annual IHA Quality Advocacy Showcase on April 3 highlights statewide efforts to advance patient care, improve communities and reduce costs.
- Feb 28, 2019
- Press Release
March is Illinois Poison Prevention Month
This week, the Illinois Poison Center (IPC) kicks off Illinois Poison Prevention Month, which serves as a timely reminder of the substantial harm poisoning can cause to people of all ages.
- Feb 21, 2019
- Press Release
IHA Innovation Challenge: Partners in Progress Award Presented
Patients in Illinois are benefiting from reduced sepsis infection rates and enhancements in antimicrobial stewardship due to the efforts of two exceptional IHA members.
- Feb 15, 2019
- Press Release
Comprehensive Medicaid Managed Care Reform Legislation Will Strengthen Illinois Medicaid Program
A comprehensive legislative package of Medicaid managed care reform bills strongly backed by the IHA and the hospital community has been introduced in the General Assembly.
- 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.
- Jan 02, 2019
- Press Release
IHA Elects New Board
The Illinois Health and Hospital Association is pleased to announce its newly elected 2019 Board of Trustees.
- Nov 19, 2018
- Press Release
Illinois Poison Center Warns About "Silent Killer" in Homes
The Illinois Poison Center notes an increase in carbon monoxide poisoning in the winter.
- Sep 20, 2018
- Press Release
Statement from A.J. Wilhelmi Re: Illinois Supreme Court Ruling in Oswald v. Beard
We are pleased that the Illinois Supreme Court has unanimously upheld the constitutionality of the state’s hospital property tax exemption law.
- Jun 06, 2018
- Press Release
MAPS PSO Presents Patient Safety Champion Award
The Midwest Alliance for Patient Safety (MAPS) Patient Safety Organization (PSO) awarded Valerie Skroch of Morris Hospital & Healthcare Centers with the MAPS PSO Patient Safety Champion award.