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IDPH reminds of mosquito, tick and bat risks ahead of summer
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IDPH reminds of mosquito, tick and bat risks ahead of summer

  • WAND Digital Team
  • Updated 19 hrs ago

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is warning Illinoisans that warmer weather means increased potential for exposure to illnesses carried by animal or pest bites.

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IL House committee passes bill requiring 988 info in public buildings, suicide prevention curriculum in health courses

IL House committee passes bill requiring 988 info in public buildings, suicide prevention curriculum in health courses

  • Updated May 7, 2026
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Mini O'Beirne Crisis Nursery hosts Coffee Crawl to support child abuse prevention

Mini O'Beirne Crisis Nursery hosts Coffee Crawl to support child abuse prevention

  • Updated Apr 8, 2026
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‘Silence is no longer an option’: Community rallies for Child Abuse Prevention Month

‘Silence is no longer an option’: Community rallies for Child Abuse Prevention Month

  • Updated Apr 2, 2026

Community leaders, advocates and volunteers gathered Thursday at the Macon County Courthouse to kick off Child Abuse Prevention Month, highlig…

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Heartland CASA stresses awareness during Child Abuse Prevention Month
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Heartland CASA stresses awareness during Child Abuse Prevention Month

  • Updated Apr 2, 2026
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Decatur leaders, families unite through CREW to tackle gun violence

Decatur leaders, families unite through CREW to tackle gun violence

  • Updated Mar 18, 2026
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Senate committee approves bill requiring 988 info in public buildings, suicide prevention curriculum in health courses

Senate committee approves bill requiring 988 info in public buildings, suicide prevention curriculum in health courses

  • Updated Mar 11, 2026
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Douglas County revives D.A.R.E. program in local schools

Douglas County revives D.A.R.E. program in local schools

  • Updated Mar 4, 2026

A longtime drug prevention program has made a comeback in Douglas County schools, with law enforcement and educators hoping it will help stude…

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Gambling Awareness Month highlights risks of betting it all as March Madness nears

Gambling Awareness Month highlights risks of betting it all as March Madness nears

  • Updated Mar 3, 2026

March is Gambling Awareness Month, raising awareness about gambling addiction and promoting prevention.

Gambling Awareness Month highlights risks of betting it all as March Madness nears
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Gambling Awareness Month highlights risks of betting it all as March Madness nears

  • La'Miya Starnes
  • Updated Mar 3, 2026

March is Gambling Awareness Month, raising awareness about gambling addiction and promoting prevention. As March Madness approaches, many are gearing up to place their sports bets.  

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