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Illinois Department of Public Health Heat Safety Tips

Friday, June 29 by Jc Tinsley

With hot weather with high humidity forecasted for the next several days, Illinois Department of Public Health Director Nirav D. Shah, M.D. is reminding people about the importance of staying cool in order to avoid heat-related illnesses like heat exhaustion and heat stroke. “Hot weather... Read More.

The Illinois Department of Human Services Commemorates Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day

Friday, May 11 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) is raising awareness for children’s mental health and partnering with providers across the state for awareness day events. In honor of Mental Health Awareness month, Governor Bruce Rauner proclaimed May 10, 2018 to be Children’s Mental Health Day... Read More.

Articulation agreements ratified for two RLC Allied Health programs

Thursday, May 10 by Jc Tinsley

Two articulation agreements for students in Rend Lake College’s Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic (EMTP) and Health Information Technology (HIT) programs were approved and ratified Tuesday night during the Board of Trustees meeting. HIT program students have a new opportunity to continue their education online with... Read More.

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Articulation agreements offer advantages for RLC Allied Health graduates

Monday, March 19 by Jc Tinsley

Graduates and current students in two Rend Lake College Allied Health programs now have new opportunities to continue their education at a four-year institution. The new articulation agreements will help students enrolled in RLC’s Associate Degree Nursing and Radiologic Technology programs. The agreements, approved during... Read More.

One Case of Legionnaires’ Disease at Chester Mental Health CenterOne Case of Legionnaires’ Disease at Chester Mental Health Center

Thursday, February 15 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) is reporting that one patient at Chester Mental Health Center has tested positive for Legionnaires’ Disease. IDHS received the confirmation of the positive test on Tuesday, February 13th. The patient is being treated and is currently in... Read More.

Short-Term Funding Bill Prioritizes Increased Investment in Funding for Cancer Research, Protects Access to Health Care Services

Friday, February 9 by Jc Tinsley

Early this morning, Congress passed a short-term extension to the FY18 spending bill that included a deal to lift budget caps for FY18 and FY19 budgets, enabling appropriators to work to finalize FY18 spending bills. The budget agreement allows for an increase of at... Read More.

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Three RLC Allied Health students named IRHA scholars

Wednesday, February 7 by Jc Tinsley

Three outstanding Rend Lake College students are being rewarded for their hard work and dedication to the local area with scholarships this spring through the Illinois Rural Health Association (IRHA). Sarah Davis of Broughton, Brittney Pettit of Benton, and Jera Sloat of Bonnie were each... Read More.

PSB Test dates set for three RLC Allied Health programs

Wednesday, January 17 by Jc Tinsley

Testing dates are set for students interested in three of Rend Lake College’s popular Allied Health programs this spring. Those interested in the Medical Assistant, Nursing, and Radiologic Technology programs can take the entrance exams early to complete their applications. The entrance exam, called the... Read More.

Carmi Police to get two new vehicles, Council approves health insurance renewal

Wednesday, January 17 by Jc Tinsley

The Carmi City Council met Tuesday night for the second time in January. Following approval of minutes and financials, the Council unanimously approved the hiring of the Brown and Roberts firm to head the EDA grant project to raise the roadway of Industrial Drive,... Read More.

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Director Hammer Answers Questions on Mental Health Parity in New Video

Wednesday, January 10 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Department of Insurance (DOI) has released a public service announcement aimed at answering questions about mental health parity. The video addresses parity, substance abuse reatment and how to get assistance if you believe your insurance company has unfairly denied you coverage. “Here at... Read More.

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Illinois Department of Public Health Heat Safety Tips

The Illinois Department of Human Services Commemorates Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day

Articulation agreements ratified for two RLC Allied Health programs

Articulation agreements offer advantages for RLC Allied Health graduates

One Case of Legionnaires’ Disease at Chester Mental Health CenterOne Case of Legionnaires’ Disease at Chester Mental Health Center

Short-Term Funding Bill Prioritizes Increased Investment in Funding for Cancer Research, Protects Access to Health Care Services

Three RLC Allied Health students named IRHA scholars

PSB Test dates set for three RLC Allied Health programs

Carmi Police to get two new vehicles, Council approves health insurance renewal

Director Hammer Answers Questions on Mental Health Parity in New Video

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