Legal Council Blog
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Forging Pathways to Health Equity: Access Community Health Network (ACCESS)
Medical-Legal Partnerships (MLPs) are an innovative and collaborative approach to addressing complex challenges and health inequities faced by patients. By integrating legal services into healthcare settings, MLPs aim to identify…
Read MoreIllinois is Leading the Way for Transgender Rights in the Midwest
In the evolving landscape of transgender rights in the United States, Illinois has emerged as a beacon of hope, progress, and inclusivity for the community – particularly at a time…
Read MoreMedicaid Unwinding and Work Requirements: Endangering Access to Healthcare
Within the complex American healthcare system, Medicaid stands as an essential lifeline for low-income individuals and people with disabilities. Medicaid became even more critical for supporting people’s health during COVID.…
Read MoreThe Invisible Disability: Supporting Mental Health Needs for Students with Disabilities
Understanding Mental Health Needs for Youth It is Children’s Mental Health Awareness Week (May 7-13), and it is an important time of year to bring awareness to this vital issue,…
Read MoreIllinois Department of Human Services Budget Request for Stolen SNAP & AABD Benefit Reimbursement
Legal advocacy groups — Shriver Center on Poverty Law, Legal Action Chicago, and Legal Council for Health Justice — support budget appropriations to ensure that victims of public benefit skimming…
Read MoreDecision Challenges the ACA’s Free Preventive Services and PrEP Coverage
Background On March 30, 2023, Judge Reed O’Connor of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas issued a critical ruling in Braidwood Management v. Becerra by striking…
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