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Cook County Health
Coverage of Cook County Health in the Nexus archive.
- Cook County officials project $550M shortfall for next year
Cook County officials project a $550 million budget shortfall for next year, driven by Medicaid funding cuts, rising healthcare costs, and restricted transportation tax revenue. The general fund faces a $336 million shortfall, while the healthcare fund is projected to lose $215 million.
- Cook County Health free doula program has helped hundreds navigate having children
Cook County Health's free doula program has assisted hundreds of individuals in navigating the process of having children. The initiative provides support to participants during pregnancy and childbirth.