Hunter champions law to ensure hospital patients can designate an emergency contact

SPRINGFIELD — Further ensuring patients have a chance to designate an emergency contact when seeking care, a new law spearheaded by State Senator Mattie Hunter will require hospitals to offer an opportunity to provide contact information.

“No one should have to worry about informing providers or staff about who to contact in case of emergency when seeking the care they need,” said Hunter (D-Chicago). “It is important for hospitals to have a protocol in place to collect the information they need about an emergency contact without burdening the patient to remember to provide it.”

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Virtual briefing for residents this Friday on federal budget

On Friday, Aug. 1 at 1 p.m., the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) and Healthcare and Family Services (HFS) are hosting a virtual briefing for residents on the federal budget law and how it could make changes to SNAP and Medicaid, as well as its potential impact on Illinoisans.

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Stay cool during summer heat warnings

The National Weather Service has issued Heat Advisories and Extreme Heat Warnings across Illinois through Thursday, July 24, at 10 p.m. As a reminder for everyone, please be careful with the excessive heat. Stay inside as much as possible, keep curtains and shades down in your home, hydrate and visit a cooling center if you are needing relief.

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Hunter invites residents to get ready for the new school year at health fair

CHICAGO — Returning for its 21st year, State Senator Mattie Hunter is inviting residents to her annual Family Health and Fitness Fair on Saturday, Aug. 2.

“Each year this event grows larger to provide more and more families with the opportunity to get ready for the new school year,” said Hunter (D-Chicago). “This event ensures our neighbors have access to the resources they need to succeed while enjoying the last bit of summer with entertainment, healthy activities and time with family and friends.”

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