Articles filed under Health Crises
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3 Highland Park fire personnel exposed to COVID-19 continue quarantineMar 17, 2020 11:00 pm - Three City of Highland Park Fire Department personnel are confirmed to have been exposed to COVID-19, following the positive test of a patient they treated on March 16. ...
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Automakers dodged parts shortage, but virus poses new threatMar 17, 2020 11:00 pm - DETROIT - When the coronavirus cut off the flow of parts from China in early January, most global automakers were ready: Anticipating such a crisis, they had prepared to...
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Senior Care Volunteer Network offers update for clients and volunteersMar 17, 2020 11:00 pm - As we all navigate the rapidly changing COVID-19 situation, I want to assure you the safety of Senior Care Volunteer Network clients, volunteers and staff is our absolut...
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Building a savings cushion in a time of emergencyMar 17, 2020 7:00 am - If you are going to stockpile anything these days, consider liquid savings. A stash of easily accessible money to tap for emergencies is always important, but it is crit...
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Hospitals fear shortage of ventilators for virus patientsMar 17, 2020 7:00 am - U.S. hospitals bracing for a possible onslaught of coronavirus patients with pneumonia and other breathing difficulties could face a critical shortage of mechanical vent...
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In the COVID-19 world: Advice from a Buffalo Grove couple who have worked at home for yearsMar 17, 2020 5:15 am - As offices throughout Illinois shut down amid concerns over the coronavirus, many suburban employees are adjusting to a major change in their daily routines: working fro...
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Suburban parents share challenges of e-learning during COVID-19 schools shutdownMar 17, 2020 5:00 am - Sara Sadat is fast reaching the point of pulling out her hair between juggling working from home and making sure her three children are using e-learning opportunities pr...
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Rolling Meadows closes city hallMar 17, 2020 1:00 am - Rolling Meadows officials closed city hall to the public effective at 4 p.m. Tuesday, with the exception of police department emergencies. City hall is scheduled to reop...
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IHSA releases FAQ related to high school sportsMar 17, 2020 1:00 am - The Illinois High School Association is supportive of the stance taken by the Illinois State Superintendent of Schools that no IHSA member school should organize their t...
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Naperville first responders taking precautionsMar 17, 2020 1:00 am - Due to the new coronavirus, Naperville's police and fire departments are asking anyone who calls 911 during an emergency to alert the dispatcher if they or anyone with t...