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Multistate Outbreak of E. coli Linked to Romaine Lettuce

Chopped romaine lettuce from the Yuma, Arizona growing region could be contaminated with Shiga Toxin-Producing E. coli and could make people sick. Illinois has one case associated with this outbreak.

CDC Surveillance and Information
Hospital Report Card Updated

The Illinois Hospital Report Card was updated March 2, 2018. Updates include Patient Satisfaction Survey responses, Emergency Department measures and Process of Care Inpatient Quality measures.

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Flooding Food Safety Tips

The USDA has released food safety recommendations for areas affected by the recent flooding.

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Illinois Infant Mortality Data Report

Infant mortality in IL has been decreasing over time, but too many babies still do not reach their first birthday

Learn more in the newly released IL Infant Mortality Data Report
Illinois Helpline for Opioids and Other Substances (1-833-2FINDHELP)

A confidential outlet for individuals experiencing opioid use disorders 24/7.

Helpline Launched December 1
FSSMC Elimination

Effective January 1, 2018, per PA 100-0194, the Illinois Food Service Sanitation Manager Certification (FSSMC) will be eliminated.

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Apr 27 Fri	Levels of Care: Levels I and II 02:00PM - 04:00PM
May 07 Mon	Social and Emotional Learning 10:00AM - 02:00PM
May 08 Tue	Maternal Mortality Review Committee: 10:00AM - 04:00PM
May 09 Wed	Developmentally Disabled Facility 10:00AM - 12:00PM
May 09 Wed	Illinois Suicide Prevention Alliance 10:00AM - 01:00PM