Republic file photo An exterior view of Columbus Regional Hospital’s sign directing patients to the emergency entrance. Bartholomew County health officials are warning that respiratory illnesses are ...

Cases of acute respiratory illnesses like flu and COVID-19 have dropped in Illinois, according to state data from January.

The two flu deaths and the latest COVID death were reported during the week of Jan. 25.

There were 6 COVID outbreaks last week (2 the week before), with 3 in Long-Term Care Facilities and 1 in schools. Outbreaks ...

Studies offer insights into the health risks and burdens faced by people who have had COVID infections. Meanwhile, the Trump administration has narrowed COVID vaccine recommendations and cut research.

As the state has seen flu activity rise in recent weeks, we take a closer look at what's happening around the Springfield ...