Cook County Health

01/15/2026

DYK: The March of Dimes urges pregnant women to take a prenatal vitamin with 600 micrograms of folic acid every day to help protect a developing baby from brain and spine birth defects.

01/14/2026

Burnout is more than feeling tired. It affects health, morale, and retention. Join Cook County Department of Public Health for a free webinar exploring what burnout is, how it impacts employee wellness, and how organizations can create healthier, more supportive workplaces.

📅 Friday, January 16
⏰ 10:00–11:30 AM CST
🔗 Register: https://bit.ly/48TpM2E

01/14/2026

Now is a common time for people to give up on their New Year’s resolutions. By the end of this month, only 25% will still remember their resolution. Learn how to align your goals with your natural rhythms for better results via our Total Health Talks episode on all things resolutions:

Discover the ideal moments to embark on your journey toward healthier living. Join Dr. Bethany Rosner as she shares valuable insights into when motivation st...

01/13/2026

The Chicago Bears cooked on Saturday 🐻

If you’re celebrating with watch parties or gatherings, help keep everyone healthy by washing your hands often, covering coughs and sneezes, and staying home if you’re sick.

Playoffs are more fun when everyone stays healthy.

01/13/2026

Cook County Health brinda atención médica a todos los residentes, independientemente de su seguro o capacidad de pago.

Claudia Burchinal, Directora Ejecutiva de Operaciones de Atención Primaria, hablo con Univision Chicago sobre nuestro programa CareLink que ayuda a los residentes del Condado de Cook a cubrir el costo de todos los servicios de atención médica que ofrece Cook County Health. Para más información sobre CareLink, comuníquese con los asesores financieros de Cook County Health al (312) 864-2224.

01/12/2026

On National Pharmacist Day, Cook County Health recognizes the important role pharmacists play in caring for our patients. They filled close to 9 million prescriptions last year alone. Thank you for all that you do!

01/12/2026

Need help renewing your Medicaid? CountyCare is here for you!
- Get help with your paperwork
- Receive a free box of fresh fruit and vegetables
- Meet with a care coordinator
CountyCare and CountyCare Access members are welcome to attend REDE events! Questions? Call 312-864-7333.

01/12/2026

Cook County Health atiende a todos los residentes, independientemente de su estatus migratorio. Aquí todos son bienvenidos. https://cookcountyhealth.org/press-release/cook-county-health-all-are-welcome-here-aqui-todos-son-bienvenidos/

01/09/2026

Cook County Health joined officials to talk about upcoming changes to Medicaid enrollment in 2027. While changes aren’t in effect now, it’s important that enrollees keep their information up to date with the state (abe.illinois.gov).

https://chicago.suntimes.com/health/2026/01/06/medicaid-unchanged-for-now-cook-county-officials-spike-in-misinformation-and-confusion

Cook County health officials say they have fielded calls from residents who wrongly think they are no longer eligible or that the program will no longer exist. They stressed that Medicaid remains unchanged until 2027.

01/09/2026

January is National Blood Donor Month! We recognize and thank all blood donors whose generosity helps save lives. Donors are urged to schedule an appointment now by visiting www.vitalant.org or calling 877-25-VITAL (877-258-4825).

01/09/2026

Hay más de un camino para una vida saludable. El programa “Food As Medicine,” disponible para los pacientes de Cook County Health, conecta a los pacientes con recursos alimenticios que apoyan su bienestar a largo plazo.

Visite www.cookcountyhealth.org/es/fam para comenzar a comer sano a su manera.

01/08/2026

This week, Illinois reported its first pediatric death due to the flu. It’s not too late to get vaccinated and help protect yourself and those around you. Dr. Trevor Lewis spoke with ABC 7 Chicago about the flu season.

Illinois officials announced the first influenza death in a child this season. The influenza activity in the state has moved to "very high."