Thursday, January 24, 2013
The number of patients being treated for flu-like illness is on the rise.
Editor's note: The following is a press release issued by State Rep. Natalie Manley: With Illinois and the nation facing a severe flu season and hospitals seeing an increase in the number of patients being treated for flu-like symptoms, State Rep. Natalie Manley (D-Joliet) is encouraging local residents to get vaccinated. “Getting a flu shot only takes a few minutes, and can dramatically reduce your chances of getting sick,” Manley said. “By being proactive in our own health habits, we can help encourage those who do not normally get a flu shot, to do so.” Illinois is one of 24 states that are now reporting higher than normal flu activity this season. The number of flu-related intensive care unit (ICU) hospitalizations so far this year is…
Friday, January 18, 2013
The restrictions detailed below are also being put in place at Adventist Hinsdale Hospital, Adventist La Grange Memorial Hospital and Adventist GlenOaks Hospital.
Adventist Bolingbrook Hospital and other area hospitals are limiting who and how many people can visit hospital patients due to concerns about spreading the flu, according to a release. Effective immediately, the Adventist Bolingbrook Hospital has put the following guidelines in place: READ MORE: “We appreciate the understanding of our patients and their families while we implement this change,” Tyrrell said. “Once this increase in influenza has passed, we will reinstitute our family centered visiting policies.” The restrictions are based on recommendations from the Illinois Department of Public Health and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. They will be put in place in all Adventist Midwest Health hospitals, including …
Sunday, January 13, 2013
The influenza virus is hitting hard this year and cases are at an all time high. Find out hot to stay healthy.
The New Year is off to a rough start as the flu virus continues to spread its way across the United States. In Illinois — Bolingbrook included — as in most parts of the country, flu cases are at an all time high. The American Lung Association is strongly recommending people protect themselves, making sure to get a flu vaccine and taking preventative actions to stop the spread of germs. It is also recommending that those who get severely ill, particularly those who are part of high-risk groups, promptly seek antiviral treatments. “We can’t emphasize enough how important it is and how easy it is to provide your family with as much protection as possible by getting vaccinated against the flu,” said Harold Wimmer, President and CEO of the …
