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- Every person should be able to access reproductive health care when and where they need it. In Illinois, we're expanding access to contraception through trained pharmacists across the state. 🧵Replying to @IDPH"Reproductive health care must be accessible, safe, timely, and centered around the needs of Illinois residents." — IDPH Director Dr. Sameer VohraThis update builds on a 2023 standing order and is part of Illinois' ongoing efforts to expand access to reproductive health care and reduce barriers to care statewide. 📰 Learn more:
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FDA, in collaboration with federal and state partners, is investigating a multistate outbreak of three confirmed or suspected infant botulism illnesses. fda.gov/food/outbreaks… Do not use any Nara Organics Whole Milk Organic Powdered Infant Formula.
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UPDATE: The @NWS has upgraded the risk for #severeweather for tomorrow (Wednesday) to "moderate" (level 4 of 5) for central #Illinois. Possibilities include damaging winds with gusts up to 60-75 mph, large hail, scattered #tornadoes, and #flashflooding. #ILWx
- If you're an Illinois resident, you've probably checked the weather app at least three times today. 🌪️ With severe weather likely in much of the state, now is a good time to make sure you're prepared.With severe weather likely today, take a few minutes to: ✓ Charge devices ✓ Review your emergency plan ✓ Know where you'll shelter ✓ Prepare for potential power outagesOne more thing: food safety. If the power goes out, refrigerated food may become unsafe after 4 hours. When in doubt, throw it out. Stay safe, Illinois. 🌪️
- ⚠️ "Should I be worried about Ebola?" Short answer: risk is extremely low. Long answer: keep reading. Here’s what Illinois residents should know 🧵Replying to @IDPHWe know news about outbreaks can feel alarming. Right now, the risk to the general public in Illinois remains low, and public health agencies are actively monitoring the situation.Misinformation spreads fast during outbreaks. For updates, rely on trusted public health sources like IDPH.