Illinois Department of Public Health
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Recent News About Illinois Department of Public Health
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Illinois emphasizes importance of colorectal cancer awareness month
March marks Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, and the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is encouraging residents to increase their understanding of the disease and emphasize the importance of regular screenings.
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Illinois mobilizes resources amid growing measles outbreak in Chicago
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) and other state agencies are providing resources to assist the City of Chicago and Cook County in addressing a measles outbreak at a city shelter for new arrivals. Under Governor JB Pritzker's direction, IDPH, the Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS), and the Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) are working to support local health departments as they manage eight reported cases.
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Illinois adopts CDC guidelines on respiratory virus management
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has announced its adoption of the latest guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), aimed at simplifying recommendations for managing respiratory viruses such as COVID-19, flu, and RSV. These guidelines are designed to prioritize protection for those most vulnerable to severe illness.
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Illinois updates policy allowing schools to counteract opioid overdoses
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has updated its standing order to allow schools to maintain a supply of medications like naloxone and administer them in cases of opioid overdoses. This update, signed by IDPH Director Dr. Sameer Vohra, expands on a 2015 authority aimed at increasing access to naloxone, an opioid antagonist that can reverse overdose effects.
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Illinois sees low levels of respiratory viruses; public health measures continue
Respiratory virus cases remain low across Illinois, according to the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH). The latest CDC data indicates that the state's overall respiratory illness level is low, and COVID-19 hospitalizations are also at a low level. However, four counties are experiencing medium levels of COVID-19 hospitalizations, while two are at high levels.
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Illinois public health department relocates regional office to improve operations
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has announced the relocation of its Bellwood Regional Office to Westchester. The move is part of an initiative to enhance operational efficiency. The office, now known as the Westchester Regional Office, is situated at 3 Westbrook Corporate Center, 3rd Floor, Westchester, IL 60154. The new contact number for the office is (708) 409-8810.
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Illinois reports decline in respiratory viruses; vigilance advised
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has reported a decline in the spread of respiratory viruses across the state. The state's overall respiratory illness level has decreased from Low to Minimal, according to the latest CDC data. As of January 27, COVID-19 hospitalizations are at a Low level on the CDC COVID Data Tracker. Additionally, the number of counties at Medium level for COVID-19 hospitalizations has decreased to 10 from 11 the previous week. No counties remain at High level, down from six.
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Illinois promotes heart health month with focus on women
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is marking National Wear Red Day on February 2, as well as Heart Health Month throughout February, by promoting education and action regarding cardiovascular disease. The department encourages residents to take advantage of programs focusing on cardiac health, such as the Illinois WISEWOMAN Program.
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Illinois launches radio PSAs for Heart Health Month
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has released a series of public service announcements for radio stations across Illinois to commemorate Heart Health Month in February. These announcements aim to raise awareness about cardiovascular disease and provide information on reducing associated risks.