Illinois, Flu

Flu activity increasing in Illinois, driving state back up to high levels of respiratory illness
After a short reprieve earlier this month, respiratory illness levels have again moved from moderate to high in Illinois, with the flu driving much of the increase, according to the state health department.
Flu, COVID, RSV symptoms: What to know as Illinois sees ‘notable increase' in viruses
Hospital visits in Illinois due to flu are "quite high," with COVID and RSV also circulating. But what are the symptoms of each?
Respiratory Illness Level ‘High’ in Illinois and Chicago Area, Driven by Increase in Flu Cases
There were about five times as many emergency department visits for flu as there were for COVID-19, according to IDPH data during the week ending Jan. 25.
Flu and respiratory virus cases rise in Illinois
The Illinois Department of Public Health says the state's overall respiratory illness level has moved from Moderate to High. This driven by a notable increase in emergency room visits and hospital admissions for flu.
Illinois at ‘high' level for respiratory illness following ‘notable increase' in flu cases
As respiratory viruses spread across the nation, Illinois too has experienced an uptick in such illnesses, with the state’s Department of Public Health reporting a “notable increase” in flu-related emergency department visits and hospital admissions.
IDPH says flu and respiratory viruses now high in Illinois, S7HD schedules vaccine clinics in response
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) reported respiratory illnesses have increased and the illness level is now at a high level in Illinois.
Illinois health officials report uptick in flu cases, hospital visits
After a one-week dip, Illinois health officials are reporting an uptick in respiratory illnesses which is being driven by flu ...
Flu cases on the rise in Illinois. What should you know?
Sick calls at area schools and workplaces are spiking across Illinois, likely being driven by an uptick in flu cases. Dr.
Southern Illinois bake shop feeling effects of rising egg prices
Allison Silvestre owns Ally’s Bake Shop in downtown Herrin. She said eggs are the most essential supply to her business.
Should we be worried about bird flu, the 'unpredictable shape-shifter?'
Bird flu has decimated poultry flocks and infected cattle herds. The risk to humans is currently low, but that could easily ...
Spike in flu cases in Illinois is a particular concern for parents
The flu has killed at least five Illinois children so far this year, and infection rates remain high. Jermont Terry reports.
Illinois quick hits: McCombie urges cohesion amid party in fighting; Conservation group raises bird flu concerns;
McCombie urges cohesion amid party in fighting The head of Illinois House Republicans is responding to calls for her to step ...
Reports of dead birds washing up on Lake Michigan beaches sparking new fears over bird flu
Reports of dead birds washing up on beaches along Lake Michigan are sparking new fears over bird flu. Over the weekend, ...
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What do I need to know about bird flu? U of I suggests safety tips
As bird flu spreads across the United States, many in Illinois are growing concerned about their livestock, pets, wildlife, ...