Cook County Health

11/19/2025

Don't forget to join Cook County Health's Walk With A Doc event TOMORROW, November 20 at noon. This doctor-led walking group is a safe, fun, and FREE community event where you’ll take a walk (or roll) at your own pace, learn about a health topic, and meet new people.
https://cookcountyhealth.org/walk

11/19/2025

Dr. Mark Loafman spoke to Parade about what your physician wants you to know about your health as you age.

It's easy, fun and a powerful way to protect your heart.

11/19/2025

Caring for a family member can be stressful, so always make time to decompress. Catch up with friends, spend time in nature or listen to a favorite podcast.

11/18/2025

Feeling stressed and anxious? Not sure how to get help? The NAMI Chicago Helpline can help you make a plan and connect you to local mental health resources to get through anything you're going through.

Call or text "Helpline" to 833-626-4244 or chat online at namichicago.org/helpline.

11/18/2025

Enjoy delicious food that’s lower in calories and fat with these heart healthy recipes for classic Thanksgiving side dishes: https://healthecooks.com/blog/12-healthy-thanksgiving-side-dishes

11/17/2025

Cook County Health is updating our masking policy to protect our patients, visitors and staff this season. The changes, effective today, November 17, can be reviewed on our website. https://cookcountyhealth.org/patient-and-visitors/visitor-information/

11/17/2025

For Alzheimer's Awareness Month, we invite you to learn how to create meaningful connections and prepare children for a comfortable visit between kids and a loved one with dementia: https://alzfdn.org/play-time-activities-for-children-adults-living-with-dementia/

11/17/2025

Did you know that every two and a half minutes, someone in the U.S. is diagnosed with lung cancer? Early detection is key. Cook County Health will be holding lung cancer screening educational fairs over the next week to help people understand their risks.

11/15/2025

TODAY from 9 am to 3 pm at the CORE Center (2020 W. Harrison St): Cook County HIV Integrated Programs “CCHIP” and Cook County Health are teaming up with CDPH to offer free mpox vaccines. Walk-ins welcome • No insurance needed

11/14/2025

This week, Cook County Health recognizes Perioperative Nurses Week. Our perioperative nurses are dedicated, compassionate, and a critical part of our team. They provide specialized care for patients before, during, and after procedures. Thank you for all that you do!

11/14/2025

Cook County Health is excited to host our next Walk With A Doc event Thursday, November 20 at noon. This doctor-led walking group is a safe, fun, and FREE community event where you’ll take a walk (or roll) at your own pace, learn about a health topic, and meet new people.
https://cookcountyhealth.org/walk/

11/14/2025

ICYMI: Our pediatric dental clinic at Belmont Cragin is now open. Call 312-864-0200 to make an appointment.

Nuestra clínica dental pediátrica en Belmont Cragin ya está abierta. Llame al 312-864-0200 para hacer una cita.