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Rep. Cheri Bustos - This afternoon, the first coronavirus-related deaths in Northwest Illinois were reported. My prayers are with these individuals’ families and friends, whose loved ones were taken from them too soon. Today, our entire community holds you in our thoughts as we grieve together. http://dlvr.it/RSxFp2

Americans are worried about the novel coronavirus, so they are turning to the internet for solutions to stem their fears. Buyer, beware. It could be dangerous. http://dlvr.it/RStnRn

Molecular diagnostics are at the frontier of science, but insurance and billing questions create a minefield for patients. http://dlvr.it/RStcK2

Families are weighing the challenges of providing home care with the isolation or potential danger of leaving folks in senior housing or long-term care. http://dlvr.it/RStcBD

Under pressure, the federal government announced it will let surgery centers, hotels and even college dorms serve as hospitals to treat an overflow of patients. http://dlvr.it/RSshhy

Rep. Cheri Bustos - To all of our health care workers who are on the front lines of this battle against #coronavirus, we thank you for your tireless work! pic.twitter.com/1h6C9hKsqn http://dlvr.it/RSsRQ7

A common complaint about the testing process is the long turnaround time for results. http://dlvr.it/RSq2fD

People in recovery from drug or alcohol addiction have to weather a new storm of depression, anxiety and isolation during the pandemic, just as the social supports of Alcoholics Anonymous and other 12-step programs move online.  http://dlvr.it/RSq2dB

Hundreds of thousands of people will be able to appeal hospitals’ decisions to classify them as “observation care” patients instead of inpatients, under a ruling last week in a class action suit. http://dlvr.it/RSq2YL

Our first FEC fundraising deadline of 2020 is coming up on Tuesday, and we can't do this without your help. Chip in whatever you can - $1, $10, $100 - below to help us flip #IL16 from red to blue. Let's win together. https://secure.actblue.com/donate/daniforillinoiseoq1 … http://dlvr.it/RSp0cm

Rep. Maurice West - Please donate any unopened masks, eye protection, gloves or gowns that you may have. #stayhome #stayhealthy #pledgetostayhome #67thdistrict pic.twitter.com/ioAzkcwyY6 http://dlvr.it/RSnzdD

As President Donald Trump called the nation “in good shape” to handle COVID-19, a cache of emails released by officials in Washington state show that top public health authorities feared gear shortages and doctor safety in the early epicenter of sickness and deaths. http://dlvr.it/RSllxF

Rep. Cheri Bustos - Today, the first known infant death from COVID-19 was reported in Illinois. My heart breaks for this family as they face an unimaginable loss and tonight my prayers are with them. http://dlvr.it/RSlZtB

Rep. Maurice West - I pledge to stay home to save lives, will you? #stayhome #stayhealthy #staysafe #67thdistrict #StateRepWEST pic.twitter.com/0J6YMVB058 http://dlvr.it/RSlPQZ

Rep. Cheri Bustos - Many communities throughout the Quad Cities region are currently under flood warnings or flood advisory. For the latest information, please visit @NWS here: https://www.weather.gov/dvn/  http://dlvr.it/RSkxKj

Rep. Cheri Bustos - We're expecting severe weather across the state today, especially in central and northern Illinois. While you’re staying home, please take extra precautions and know where you and your family can find safe, secure shelter. Tips from @ReadyIllinois: https://www2.illinois.gov/iema/Preparedness/Documents/severeweatherpreparedness.pdf … https://twitter.com/nwsspc/status/1243826712753799168 … http://dlvr.it/RSkxDZ

Is this type of executive overreach okay with @RepKinzinger? It's not okay with me. #IL16 https://twitter.com/kyledcheney/status/1243664679479791622 … http://dlvr.it/RSj3LX

Equality IL - https://www.nbcnews.com/feature/nbc-out/sanders-pelosi-ocasio-cortez-hang-transgender-pride-flags-congress-n987421?cid=sm_npd_nn_fb_ma&fbclid=IwAR2sIQz0Ik5qK02eQ_lNuadvKs8NV9NFf1-B_9iV2k4Z0-zddCeiuwXRjYU … Pink, blue and white transgender pride flags are dotting the halls of Congress this week, where members are displaying them ahead of International Transgender Day of Visibility on Sunday. http://dlvr.it/RShTm0

Rep. Cheri Bustos - WATCH: I’m back in Washington as the House votes to pass the most significant relief package in American history. I just spoke on the House Floor about how this crucial #coronavirus bill impacts #IL17. #CARESActStatement pic.twitter.com/tQZefBN6q7 http://dlvr.it/RSghgp

Rep. Cheri Bustos - To find resources about how the #coronavirus impacts our region, I encourage Illinoisans to visit the FAQ page located on my website. If you were wondering about small business loans, student loans, utility payments and more – check it out here https://bustos.house.gov/helping-you/frequently-asked-questions/ … http://dlvr.it/RSgMjC

Millions of Americans are suddenly seeking care by connecting with a doctor electronically. Helping drive that trend, medical providers can now charge as much as they would for an office visit. http://dlvr.it/RSfTLS

Rep. Cheri Bustos - Laura was dedicated to delivering the news and serving our community – she will be missed dearly. My thoughts are with her loved ones and everyone in the newsrooms at the @Dispatch_Argus and @qctimes today. https://qctimes.com/news/local/marx-warm-strong-caring-and-independent-that-was-laura-fraembs/article_a548aced-3114-58ba-aab6-2690883231dc.html#tracking-source=home-top-story-1 … http://dlvr.it/RSdVMg

Rep. Cheri Bustos - As Illinois families face unprecedented economic challenges during the #COVID19 pandemic, I’m proud to announce that Illinois will delay our tax filing deadline from April 15 to July 15 — giving our millions of taxpayers three additional months to file their individual returns. pic.twitter.com/KOyoGPiZlZ http://dlvr.it/RSct2S

If we don't listen to the experts, millions of American lives will be put in jeopardy. Stay home. Stay safe. #IL16 #COVID19 https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2020/03/25/opinion/coronavirus-trump-reopen-america.html … http://dlvr.it/RSby0Y

California Gov. Gavin Newsom was out front nationally when he ordered nearly all Californians to stay at home to stem the spread of COVID-19. But local officials warn it won’t work without tougher enforcement. http://dlvr.it/RSZyMb

Rep. Maurice West - pic.twitter.com/cpWyoyeTXl http://dlvr.it/RSYbMS

Equality IL - We’re in this together, still. Even though it’s time to socially distance ourselves from one another, we must remain in solidarity. We are all fighting the same virus around the world. pic.twitter.com/GXeWiIqlr0 http://dlvr.it/RSYR53

Rep. Maurice West - Five former jobs, 5 tags 1. Fast food cook 2. Cashier 3. After School Aide 4. Adjunct Professor 5. Career Counselor @OrtizStateRep @senatorbelt @StateRepManley @StateRepYednock @Repevans33 https://twitter.com/repjcarroll/status/1242509899080372228 … http://dlvr.it/RSXr9X

Maryland, Ohio and others are reporting only positive tests, which skews tracking and an understanding of how the virus spreads. http://dlvr.it/RSWwMr

Californians are under orders to stay home to slow the spread of the coronavirus — and the result is that some of Southern California’s best-known spots are shuttered or deserted, from Santa Monica Pier to Olvera Street. http://dlvr.it/RSVg3H

Rep. Cheri Bustos - In response to the #coronavirus pandemic, @GovPritzker issued a Stay at Home order for the State of Illinois which remains in effect. Here are some helpful details in the @CantonLedger on what that means for you and your family https://www.cantondailyledger.com/news/20200324/what-you-need-to-know-about-stay-at-home-order … http://dlvr.it/RSTvsw

This would be a great time for @RepKinzinger and all others in congress to seriously consider the relief proposal in the House and work to help the American people. Unfortunately, it looks like Kinzinger has chosen to follow a path of partisan divisiveness. #IL16 pic.twitter.com/hExXSH5b9f http://dlvr.it/RSTswk

Just how careful should older people be? Here’s what geriatricians think is reasonable. http://dlvr.it/RSS4jz

Three senators on a revived subcommittee received more than $100,000 each from drugmakers. http://dlvr.it/RSS4hn

Rep. Cheri Bustos - "Local lawmakers are working double-time to pass legislation to help families and businesses reeling from the impact of #coronavirus. Congresswoman Cheri Bustos says she is in full-on listening mode, hearing from dozens of her constituents.” WATCH @23WIFR’s story here pic.twitter.com/nnZwlS2uS3 http://dlvr.it/RSR96y

Rep. Maurice West - It took me LITERALLY five minutes to complete the 2020 Census Questionnaire. #815Counts #2020Census pic.twitter.com/AvVYpWVztU http://dlvr.it/RSQDlw

If you or your company have useful supplies and want to donate them, here are some answers to questions you might be asking. http://dlvr.it/RSPmcS

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention gave huge cities roughly the same number of test kits as some rural spots, which crippled efforts by health officials to contain the virus. http://dlvr.it/RSNgsd

As illness from the new coronavirus stresses the health care system, nurses said they are being forced to make do with less and learning to be good stewards of available equipment and protective gear. http://dlvr.it/RSNglF

Rep. Cheri Bustos - We all must work together to put the health and safety of our families, and of each other, first. For the latest information on how we can do that, Illinoisans should continue to follow updates from @IDPH. https://twitter.com/IDPH/status/1241427912408121344 … http://dlvr.it/RSMHwt

Rep. Cheri Bustos - My thoughts are with @RepDeSaulnier and his family. Hoping for his speedy recovery. https://twitter.com/RepDeSaulnier/status/1241505755758379008 … http://dlvr.it/RSKhHG

WASHINGTON – Congresswoman Cheri Bustos (IL-17) released the below statement today, following the announcement of Governor J.B. Pritzker’s stay-at-home order: “Today, Governor J.B. Pritzker announced that Illinois will join other jurisdictions in taking significant steps to reduce the rapid spread of the coronavirus throughout our communities. “It is important that Illinoisans and Americans work together […] The post Bustos Statement on Illinois Stay at Home Order appeared first on Congresswoman Cheri Bustos. http://dlvr.it/RSK4z1

We have the momentum to flip #IL16 from #RedtoBlue this November. We need your help to get there! We have 10 days to reach our end of the quarter goal. Can you chip in $10 at http://daniforillinois.com ? pic.twitter.com/cgzTCPGmVn http://dlvr.it/RSJrXM

Almost half of the nation's rural hospitals operate in the red on a good day. But amid the coronavirus pandemic, rural hospital CEOs warn that soon some may be unable to pay their workers. And their doors may close when the community most needs them. http://dlvr.it/RSHq3K

As schools shutter to stem the spread of the novel coronavirus, many districts are still offering free meals to their most vulnerable students. In two Southern California districts, families roll through school lunch drive-thrus to grab hot meals. http://dlvr.it/RSFrwf

There are many sick Americans today because Donald Trump decided to dismantle the pandemic response team and called the Democratic response to COVID-19 a "hoax" for weeks. #IL16 #Covid_19 https://twitter.com/RepKinzinger/status/1241003364105760769 … http://dlvr.it/RSFrlm

A Kaiser Health News analysis shows that counties with ICUs average one ICU bed for every 1,300 older residents, those most at risk for needing hospitalization. http://dlvr.it/RSDYdm

Baltimore barber Antoine Dow helps bring dignity to young black men whose lives were cut short by gun violence. http://dlvr.it/RSDYd8

Fifteen percent of hospital pharmacists who prepare injectable drugs are going without the protective masks they typically use or are using substitutes for masks. http://dlvr.it/RSDYYD

Next week is the 10th anniversary of the Affordable Care Act. Millions of Americans have benefited from the law, yet its future is in the hands of both the Supreme Court and voters in November. For this special episode of “What the Health?” host Julie Rovner interviews Kathleen Sebelius, who was Obama’s secretary of Health and Human Services when the law was passed. Then Rovner, Joanne Kenen of Politico and Mary Agnes Carey of Kaiser Health News discuss its history, impact and prospects for the future. http://dlvr.it/RSBLCk

On KHN’s “What the Health? ” podcast, the former secretary of Health and Human Services says she continued to believe during the debate 10 years ago on the health law that it would eventually gain some Republican support. But that never happened. http://dlvr.it/RSBLBN

Rep. Cheri Bustos - Today, I was pleased to see the Senate pass the House's Families First Coronavirus Response Act and I look forward to it being signed into law swiftly, as we look to take additional legislative measures moving forward. http://dlvr.it/RS8CVD