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Mental Health
LGBTQ+ Youth Still Lack Critical Support and Acceptance
HRC released a report in partnership with the University of Connecticut featuring data collected in 2022 from nearly 13,000 LGBTQ+ youth.
Biden Marks Anniversary of Law Aiding Veterans Exposed to Toxic Substances
One year ago, President Joe Biden signed a law that benefits veterans exposed to burn pits, Agent Orange and other toxic substances.
Park Forest Library Celebrates Card Sign-Up Month with Computer Classes, Colson Whitehead, and More
Celebrating Library Card Sign-Up Month, the PFPL is offering a gift to all residents who sign up or renew library cards in September.
Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office Confirms Record 2,000 Opioid Overdose Deaths in Cook County for 2022
The Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office has confirmed 2,000 opioid overdose deaths for 2022, breaking the previous record of 1,935.
IDHS Releases Statement on Ludeman Nurses Rally
Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- As reported in eNews Park Forest last week, the nurses at Ludeman Developmental Center in Park Forest staged a rally on Tuesday, July 18. The nurses are currently working without a contract with the State of Illinois. The previous contract expired on June 30 of this year.[Read More…]
Prairie State College to Host 9th Annual Mental Health Conference
Prairie State College (PSC) will host its 9th Annual Mental Health Conference featuring keynote speaker David T. Jones.
‘Recovery is Possible’: National Addiction Expert Discusses Stigma, Recovery
Recovery from addiction is possible. For help, please call the free and confidential hotline (1-800-662-HELP) or visit findtreatment.gov.
How You Can Help Prevent Veteran Suicide in 2023
Last fall, I shared some good news: VA’s latest data showed meaningful downward trends in Veteran suicide counts and rates.
Homicides Drop While Opioid Overdose Deaths Continue to Break Records in Cook County
The Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office released preliminary statistics for cases in 2022: homicides drop, opioid deaths increased.
