Mar 5, 2021 | News and Events
WILL COUNTY – The impact of the pandemic on social determinants of health, such as employment, income levels, and housing and food security has led to a growing concern regarding the long-term impact on mental health. These factors are also leading to new...
Feb 22, 2021 | News and Events
“I was not someone who was super concerned about getting very sick with Covid. I assumed it would feel like the flu for a few days and then I would recover. After all, I was someone who exercised and ate healthy every day, with no underlying health issues, and was...
Feb 18, 2021 | News and Events
For the past several weeks the Will County Health Department (WCHD) has been asking the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) for more information about COVID-19 vaccine supplies that are on their way. Ever since the first vaccine delivery in December, arrivals...
Feb 11, 2021 | News and Events
Continued mask wearing and vaccination are essential SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today announced the first case of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) variant B.1.351, which was first identified in South Africa. The Centers for Disease...
Feb 11, 2021 | News and Events
Phase 1B Eligibility Will Expand to Individuals With Comorbidities and Underlying Conditions; Will Prioritize Those with Disabilities QUINCY — In light of a steadily increasing federal vaccine supply, Illinois is making plans to expand Phase 1B eligibility on February...
Feb 1, 2021 | News and Events
SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today announced Region 7, Kankakee and Will counties, is moving to Phase 4 of the Restore Illinois Plan effective today. Additional information about which tier and phase regions are in can be found at the...
