Director, Health Care Campaigns
Illinois PIRG Latest Blog Posts
1/12/2021
With vaccines here, it may soon be time to reschedule vacations and other trips for later this year
1/5/2021
There is no worse feeling than getting a large unexpected bill in the mail. And in the case of a surprise medical bill, it usually comes at the worst time - when you are home recovering from an illness or injury. But most of those bills will soon be a thing of the past.
1/4/2021
No, you don't have to pay a 'small processing fee' to claim your $600 payment
12/29/2020
A look at 2020 highlights and milestones for the campaign to fix our stuff, and a look ahead to 2021
12/22/2020
A toxic waste site was supposed to be cleaned up and re-developed, but after the developer dropped out, the taxpayers are left with a toxic mess and years of cleanup ahead -- which they will fund.
12/18/2020
Here's some advice to help keep your information and wallet safe
12/16/2020
State-by-state analysis shows companies financially benefited from fewer claims but barely compensated customers
12/16/2020
Gifting beauty products to family and friends this holiday season? Here's a guide to purchasing safer beauty products.
12/14/2020
With many cancelling annual gatherings, this is the year to think of ways to have a more sustainable, zero waste holiday season. Here are some ideas:
12/14/2020
COVID-19 could push more stores and restaurants out of business soon