Atlanta, GA-(ENEWSPF)- COVID-19 is a new disease and there is limited information regarding risk factors for severe disease. Based on currently available information and clinical expertise, older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions might be at higher risk for severe illness from COVID-19. Based upon available[Read More…]

Blue Island, IL-(ENEWSPF)- In a move that State Rep. Bob Rita calls “rash,” Blue Island Mayor Domingo Vargas decided Sunday effectively shut down the police department after one officer tested positive for COVID-19. The mayor made the decision at 1 a.m. Sunday, according to a statement from Rep. Rita. “Early[Read More…]

Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Park Forest Police took to social media this weekend to warn of COVID-19 scams, one involving apps, another regarding possible checks coming to most Americans, and yet a third where people claiming to be COVID-19 inspectors are going door-to-door in some communities. Police warn residents to NOT[Read More…]

This Article Includes the Entire Executive Order by Gov. JB Pritzker Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- On Friday, March 20, Gov. J.B. Pritzker issued an unprecedented Stay-At-Home order that goes into effect today, Saturday, March 21, 2020. What does this order mean for Park Forest residents and businesses? First, to dispel rumors[Read More…]

Chicago, IL-(ENEWSPF)- The Illinois State Medical Society lauded an Executive Order from Governor J.B. Pritzker requiring health insurer coverage of telehealth services. The move comes in the midst of the COVID-19 global pandemic. Paul E. Pedersen, MD, President of the Illinois State Medical Society, released the following statement Thursday afternoon:[Read More…]

Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) all municipal and parking courts in Park Forest have been postponed until May, police said in a statement. Municipal (local hearing) court dates for March 19, April 9, or April 23, have been rescheduled for May 14, police said. Anyone scheduled with[Read More…]

Village Services Will Continue Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Due to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), Park Forest Village Hall and the Downtown Property Management Office are temporarily closed to the public as of Wednesday, March 18, the Village said in a statement. The offices will be open for phone calls, general questions,[Read More…]

State also identifies first case associated with a long-term care facility Springfield, IL-(ENEWSPF)- The Illinois Department of Public Health today announced the first cases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in central and southern Illinois. A Woodford County resident in his 70s and a Cumberland County resident in his 70s both tested[Read More…]

But how many are not yet diagnosed? Chicago, IL-(ENEWSPF)- The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today is announcing 14 more individuals in Illinois have tested positive at the IDPH laboratory for the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) bringing the known state total to 49. “The State is taking aggressive measures[Read More…]

Washington, D.C.-(ENEWSPF)- Representatives Robin Kelly (IL-02), Terri Sewell (AL-07) and Mark DeSaulnier (CA-11) introduced legislation to provide Medicaid coverage for COVID-19 diagnostic testing and the associated provider visit, according to a statement from the congresswoman’s office. “As we work to tackle this century’s greatest public health threat, we must ensure[Read More…]