Franciscan Health is partnering with multiple healthcare organizations from around the Great Lakes for a three-day regional trauma care conference. The Great Lakes Regional Trauma Conference is scheduled to take place from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 20, to Friday, Aug. 22 at the Stardust Event Center, 777[Read More…]
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AI-powered technology at local Franciscan Health hospitals enhances neurological care
Franciscan Health is transforming neurological care for critically ill patients at its hospitals across Northwest Indiana and Chicago’s South Suburbs with the adoption of the Ceribell System, an FDA-cleared electroencephalography (EEG) device powered by artificial intelligence (AI). Franciscan Health Crown Point, Dyer, Michigan City, Munster and Olympia Fields all employ the device[Read More…]
Kelly cites dire outcomes from proposed budget bill
As the July 4 deadline to pass President Donald Trump’s budget bill looms, Congresswoman Robin Kelly (D-Ill.) last week released data on how Trump’s proposals could negatively impact Illinois. Kelly’s 2nd District covers urban, suburban and rural areas, including Homewood and Flossmoor. Kelly voted against the bill in the House[Read More…]
Rep. Kelly introduces bill to protect access to birth control
U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly (D-Ill.) introduced the Access to Birth Control Act, which would guarantee patients’ timely access to prescribed and over-the-counter birth control at pharmacies. Since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade three years ago, refusals in pharmacies to fulfill a birth control prescription or purchase have increased. “Birth control[Read More…]
County announces funding for next phase of home down payment program
The Cook County Board of Commissioners on June 12 approved $8.6 million to support a second phase of the Cook County Down Payment Assistance Program, which will assist residents in the homebuying process. Lenders that are part of the program will have access to funding on June 24 — and more[Read More…]
Region Pass available to allow customers to ride CTA, Metra and Pace with one purchase
Beginning Friday, June 20, riders can now purchase the Regional Day Pass, which allows unlimited rides on CTA, Metra and Pace in a single day – streamlining how people move across the Chicago region. The new pass, available only in the latest version of the Ventra app (version 2.2.11), is[Read More…]
Cook County unveils preliminary 2026 budget forecast
Cook County unveiled the preliminary forecast on Wednesday, June 18, for the 2026 fiscal year, showing a projected gap of $211.4 million across the County’s General and Health funds. Despite the fiscal pressures and economic instability created by federal actions, this represents a decrease from last year’s $218.2 million[Read More…]
Franciscan Health’s weekly ‘Walk With a Doc’ program steps off July 18 in Chicago Heights
Area residents can lace up their walking shoes for a healthy dose of information and exercise as Franciscan Health’s free Walk With a Doc program steps off July 18 in Chicago Heights. The free, one-hour walks will start at the Jones Memorial Community Center, 220 E. 15th St. in Chicago[Read More…]
Franciscan Health Olympia Fields accepted into ICU Center of Excellence program
Franciscan Health Olympia Fields’ intensive care unit has been accepted into the Society of Critical Care Medicine’s (SCCM) ICU Center of Excellence program. The hospital was one of only 60 worldwide to be accepted into the program, which empowers ICU teams with the training, education, tools and support needed to enhance patient care[Read More…]
Franciscan Health Foundation to host Home Team Healthcare Hero Night at Windy City Thunderbolts
Baseball fans and corporate sponsors can cheer on the Windy City Thunderbolts July 26 while supporting local healthcare workers. The Franciscan Health Foundation of South Suburban Chicago is hosting Home Team Healthcare Hero Night July 26 at Ozinga Field, 14011 S. Kenton Ave. in Crestwood to benefit the Employee Wellbeing[Read More…]
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