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Polio Eradication is Stalling Partly due to COVID

Polio Eradication is Stalling Partly due to COVID

The multibillion-dollar global effort to eradicate polio hasn’t just stalled, it’s moving backward. Cases are on the rise and expected to climb even further in the coming months. The pandemic is part of the problem. In March, WHO ordered a pause to all...
Stroke Awareness is a Priority

Stroke Awareness is a Priority

Stroke is the fifth-leading cause of death in the United States and is a key contributor to long-term disability. Increasing awareness of signs and symptoms of stroke and the need to call 9-1-1 is vital for early initiation of stroke care, which can improve stroke...
Sixth Rabid Bat of 2020 Shows up in Will County

Sixth Rabid Bat of 2020 Shows up in Will County

Will County’s sixth confirmed rabid bat of 2020 has been found in Shorewood.  The bat was in the attic of a home in the 1100 block of Cambridge Lane, and was discovered when the access stairs to the attic were pulled down.  The homeowner stated there was no...