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SIU System report highlights health care, education and justice-related issues impacting Illinois veterans
November 12, 2020
Carbondale, IL – The Southern Illinois University System President’s Office released recommendations from its first Veteran’s Summit held last fall in Mt. Vernon.
SIU Medicine Launches Clinical Trial to Study PTSD
November 5, 2020
Do you suffer from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) or know someone who does?
Medical Students Training with Local Physicians
November 5, 2020
Family physicians in several Illinois communities are hosting students from Southern Illinois University School of Medicine through November 20. The students are participating in the school’s Family Medicine Preceptorship Program.

New Endoscopic Technologies Pioneered by Dr. Abdul Swied
October 30, 2020
Abdul Swied, MD, an advanced endoscopist in SIU’s Division of Gastroenterology, has begun using the world’s first single-use duodenoscope approved by the FDA.
Farm Family Resource Initiative offers new helpline
October 28, 2020
SPRINGFIELD – Area farmers who need someone to talk to about the everyday stresses of farming and pandemic-related challenges now have a new resource.
SIU Medicine COVID-19 Testing Locations in November
October 27, 2020
SIU Medicine will continue regular COVID-19 testing for the Springfield community in November.
Medical Students Training with Local Physicians
October 7, 2020
Family physicians in several Illinois communities are hosting students from Southern Illinois University School of Medicine through October 23. The students are participating in the school’s Family Medicine Preceptorship Program.

Local health organizations leaders urge public to get flu shots
October 5, 2020
SPRINGFIELD – Most people follow public health advice to prevent the spread of COVID-19, but many continue to ignore the warnings. As flu season approaches, taking precautions to prevent illness is more important than ever.
COVID-19 Testing Sites for October
October 2, 2020
SIU Medicine will continue regular COVID-19 testing for the Springfield community in October. On Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, the testing operation will continue to be hosted by Abundant Faith Christian Center located at 2525 Taylor Ave.