Cook County Department of Public Health

11/17/2025

For the week ending November 8, respiratory illness activity levels remain minimal for COVID-19 and low for flu and RSV in suburban Cook County.

Stay healthy by washing your hands often, covering coughs and sneezes, and staying up to date on vaccinations.

Find free flu and COVID-19 vaccination clinics near you: bit.ly/saturdayclinics.

View current data and weekly updates at ccdphcd.shinyapps.io/respiratory.

11/15/2025

Living with diabetes affects both body and mind. Three in four people with diabetes report experiencing anxiety, depression, or another mental health condition. If you’re living with diabetes, talk with your health care provider about ways to manage both your physical and mental health. Learn more: https://worlddiabetesday.org/

11/14/2025

In this season of Thanksgiving, we’re especially grateful for our Community Behavioral Health team. They promote mental health and reduce the harms of substance use through education, outreach, and strong community partnerships across suburban Cook County. Thank you for your commitment to supporting individuals and families year-round.

11/14/2025

11/14/2025

📢 Happening tomorrow! CCDPH is providing free flu and COVID-19 shots from 8AM to 4PM at the Blue Island Health Center. Walk-ins are welcome and no appointment is needed. Vaccinations are available for everyone 6 months and older, regardless of insurance or immigration status.

📅 Saturday, November 15
⏰ 8 AM – 4 PM
📍 Blue Island Health Center

See the full schedule here: bit.ly/saturdayclinics

11/13/2025

🚭 E-cigarettes are the most-used to***co product among youth. In just one year, e-cigarette use increased by 78% among high school students and 48% among middle school students. It's time to break the cycle. Learn more at UnfriendTobacco.com

11/12/2025

11/12/2025

Pneumonia can be serious for young children, adults over 50, and people who are immunocompromised, but it is preventable.

The pneumococcal vaccine is recommended for children younger than 5 years old and given in a four-dose series at ages 2, 4, and 6 months, and 12–15 months. Adults 50+ and those with weakened immune systems should talk to a health care provider about staying up to date on pneumococcal vaccination.

Learn more: https://ow.ly/7K4i50XqyaU

11/11/2025

We're hiring! CCDPH is looking to add a Public Health Educator II to our team of public health heroes.

Working within CCDPH's Communicable Disease Unit, this role will support STI/HIV prevention education and outreach.

Learn more and apply here by Nov 18: https://ow.ly/XlBS50Xqf03

11/11/2025

This Saturday, CCDPH is providing free flu and COVID-19 shots from 8AM to 4PM at the Blue Island Health Center. Walk-ins are welcome and no appointment is needed. Vaccinations are available for everyone 6 months and older, regardless of insurance or immigration status.

📅 Saturday, November 15
⏰ 8 AM – 4 PM
📍 Blue Island Health Center
12757 S. Western Ave. Blue Island, IL

See the full schedule here: bit.ly/saturdayclinics

Get your flu and COVID-19 shots for free at our vaccination clinics, which are open on rotating Saturdays, starting Oct. 18-March 28 at five suburban Cook County locations.

11/10/2025

The CDC and FDA have issued alerts about infant botulism illnesses linked to ByHeart brand powdered infant formula sold online and at major retailers.

What parents and caregivers should do:
• Check the brand, lot number, and expiration date on any powdered infant formula you have.
• If it matches the recalled product, stop using it immediately and throw it away.
• Seek immediate medical care if your infant has consumed this product and shows symptoms such as constipation, poor feeding, weak muscle tone, loss of head control or difficulty swallowing.

🔗 Learn more from the FDA: https://ow.ly/AVnA50XpIcQ

🔗 Additional information from the CDC: https://ow.ly/tKLF50XpIcS

11/10/2025

CCDPH was honored to attend this year’s American Public Health Association (APHA) Annual Meeting and Expo. This year, we are proud to share that Dr. Rachel Rubin received the Alice Hamilton Award. This award recognizes Dr. Rubin’s long-standing contributions to environmental health, workplace safety, and public health practice.

We are grateful to represent suburban Cook County and connect with partners who share our commitment to build healthier communities for all.