West Nile Positive Mosquitoes Discovered In Skokie

The Mosquito Abatement District discovered West Nile-positive mosquitoes in a Skokie trap last week, officials announced.

Skokie Offering Free Flu Shots Amid Rising Influenza Activity Statewide

As flu activity in Illinois climbs, Skokie officials are urging residents to get vaccinated for free.

6 tips for choosing your health benefits for 2026

By Tom Kunst, CEO, Employer & Individual, UnitedHealthcare of Illinois

Rates of Some Cancers are Rising Among Younger Adults: What Illinois Residents Need to Know

By Dr. Abbie Miller, chief medical officer, UnitedHealthcare of Illinois

Unhealthy Air Quality Prompts Pollution Alert For Skokie

Smoke from Canadian wildfires is impacting the greater Chicago area, forecasters said, bringing unhealthy air quality.

Moquitoes Test Positive For West Nile Virus In Skokie

The Mosquito Abatement District discovered West Nile-positive mosquitoes in a Skokie trap last week, officials announced.

West Nile Positive Mosquitoes Discovered In North Shore

The North Shore Mosquito Abatement District discovered mosquitoes that tested positive for West Nile Virus this week.

Three Strategies to Help Support Your Health as We “Spring” Forward

By Dr. Abbie Miller, a market Chief Medical Officer, UnitedHealthcare of Illinois

Boil Ordered Issued For Skokie, Illinois After Water Main Break

The boil order issued reminds residents to boil tap water or avoid tap water.

West Nile Virus Detected In Lincolnwood For First Time This Year

As the mosquitoes population ramps up, the overall risk to humans remains low, officials said.

NSSC Hosts Seminar: Understanding Physical and Psychological Changes

North Shore Senior Center invites residents to participate in an open, informative discussion about celebrating sexuality later in life

Four Health Tips to Help Make the Most of Mother’s Day

Dr. Donna O’Shea, OB/GYN and Chief Medical Officer of Population Health, UnitedHealthcare

Doctor Who Used Animal Catheters To Inseminate Women Gets License Back

OB-GYN Dr. Joel Brasch admitted using veterinary catheters on female patients for years. State regulators suspended his license for 30 days.

Lurie Children's Hospital Systems Coming Back Online After Cyberattack

Hospital officials said email and most phone services were restored, two weeks after their networks were breached.

NS-EEH Announces Key Leadership Appointments

Gus Granchalek will take over for Dave Rahija as President, Skokie Hospital. Rahija is now President, NS-EEH Medical Group Operations.

Report reveals importance of social connection among older Americans

By Dr. Rhonda Randall, Chief Medical Officer, UnitedHealthcare Employer & Individual

NorthShore Climbs U.S. News 'Best Hospital' Rankings

The Orthopaedic & Spine Institute at Skokie Hospital jumped 20 spots, while the health system as a whole rose to No. 4 in Illinois.

Skokie Student Selected For Prestigious Pre-Med Internship

Divy Kumar and 50 other students were selected out of 1,200 applicants for the Northwestern Medicine Summer Pre-Med Internship program.

Teens Can Work Out Free All Summer At Lincolnwood Planet Fitness

Everyone who signs up for the gym franchise's High School Summer Pass program will be entered into a drawing for cash scholarships.

Skokie Indoor Mask and Vaccine Proof Mandates End on February 28

The Village of Skokie joins state, county and other local health departments lifting indoor mask and proof-of-vaccination orders February 28

Latest: Check Hospital Capacity In Skokie Area

Here's how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospital capacity in Cook County and across IL.

Hospital Capacity In Skokie Area: See The Latest

Here's how the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has affected hospital capacity in Cook County and across IL.

Free COVID-19 Tests: How To Get Them In Skokie

Skokie households can order up to four rapid antigen coronavirus tests starting Wednesday.

Latest: Check Hospital Capacity In Skokie Area

See how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospital capacity in Cook County and across IL.

How Close Are Skokie Area Hospitals To Capacity? Latest

Here's an update on how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospital capacity in Cook County and across IL.

Hospital Capacity In Skokie Area: See Latest Numbers

Here's an update on how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospital capacity in Cook County and across IL.

Latest: Check Hospital Capacity In Skokie Area

Updated federal data shows how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospitals in Cook County.

COVID-19 Tests In Skokie Area: Where To Find Locations

Here's where to find COVID-19 testing sites in the north suburbs amid surging cases in the omicron wave.

How Close Are Skokie Area Hospitals To Capacity? Latest

Updated federal data shows how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospitals in Cook County.

COVID-19 Booster Shots: Where To Find Them In Skokie

Boosters available in Skokie help protect against infection with the omicron and delta variants and reduce symptoms for those infected.

Latest Hospital Capacity In Skokie Area

Updated federal data shows how many hospital beds are currently filled in Cook County.

Coronavirus Cases Down Recently In Cook County: CDC

Cook County has "high" coronavirus transmission, according to the CDC.

Skokie Doctor Used Veterinary Catheters To Inseminate Women: Feds

Using medical devices designed for animals poses a danger to the health and safety of patients, prosecutors said.

Cook County Coronavirus Transmission 'High': CDC

The rate of new cases has decreased recently in Cook County.

Cook County Ranks Well In New 'Maternal Vulnerability' Index

The U.S. ranks poorly among developed countries for maternal health. Here is how Cook County compares to the U.S.

Flu Shots: Where To Find 2021 Clinics In Skokie

Skokie is entering a second flu season amid a global pandemic. Luckily, there are plenty of places in town to get a flu shot.

Vaccination Rates In Skokie ZIP Codes Among Highest In Suburbs

Public health officials released vaccination data showing the east side of the village is significant more vaccinated than its west side.

COVID-19 Transmission Level "High" In Skokie, Surrounding Area

It remains critical that individuals who are not fully vaccinated or who are immunocompromised continue practicing preventive measures.

How Close Are Skokie Area Hospitals To Capacity? Update

Here's how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospitals in Cook County.

Vaccinated People Make Up 33% Of Recent COVID-19 Cases In Skokie

None of the 71 breakthrough cases of coronavirus in Skokie since late April have required hospitalization, according to village staff.

Flu Season Sends People To Their Doctors In Droves

Visits to the doctor for the flu haven't been this high since 2009.