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Mental health workers talk to WGLT about the upcoming Mental Health First Aid course for adults, meant to educate on how to approach someone who is struggling with a mental health crisis.
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The McLean County Health Department is waiting for a court ruling on whether it can keep a federal grant for disease surveillance. The Trump administration has canceled grants to local health departments across the country.
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Using lead-based paint has been outlawed for decades, but many homes in the state — and in McLean County — were built prior to that, contributing to Illinois being a leading state in lead exposure nationwide.
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McLean County Health Department's administrator breaks down what is known about the bird flu, or H5N1 strain of influenza A.
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For some people, the holiday season can be anxiety-inducing, the gifts are too expensive, and the parties involve strain family relationships.
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'Tis the season for cold and flu, and McLean County health officials are advising the public to take precautions to stay safe during the holidays.
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The McLean County Health Department just installed its free Narcan dispenser, making it the second place in town to offer a vending-style option for the opioid overdose reversal drug.
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The Bloomington-Normal branch of the NAACP held a “rally for democracy” event Sunday afternoon to bring attention to the upcoming general and municipal elections, and to raise awareness about voting and community engagement.
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The McLean County Health Department plans to go door-to-door in the area near where the bird was found to share information about symptoms and preventative measures.
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The McLean County Board of Health is looking to area health nonprofits for proposals on how it should help budget the $1.8 million it intends to set aside for mental health and substance abuse initiatives in 2025.