Illinois health officials report uptick in flu cases, hospital visits
Health officials said there were three times as many hospital admissions for flu as there were for COVID-19 during the week ...
What to do if you encounter a bird or animal with suspected avian flu
Don’t be a hero if you spot birds or animals showing signs of avian flu (dead or distressed birds, multiple signs of sickness ...
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IDPH warns of flu, respiratory virus levels rising
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is urging the public to seek treatment if experiencing flu-like symptoms.
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Illinois Bill Would Require Disease Monitoring on Mink Farms to Safeguard Human Health
The Animal Welfare Institute (AWI) commends today’s filing of the Mink Facility Disease Prevention Act in Illinois, which ...
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Tick talks to focus on prevention, treatment
Alpha-gal syndrome is on the rise in Brown County, and with the upcoming mushroom season, we could see even more. But that does not mean you should never go outside, said Melissa Stinson, Brown County ...
Pet flea treatments may be harming wildlife—but owners can help
Toxic substances used in flea and tick treatments pet owners give to their dogs and cats have been detected in birds' nests, ...
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IDPH offers recommendations for avoiding respiratory viruses as seasonal illnesses increase
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) announced that in line with the national trend, the state’s overall respiratory illness level has ticked up from Moderate to High, driven by ...