Dr. Ngozi Ezike

Illinois’ top doctor says everyone in the state deserves a chance to get a COVID-19 vaccine, but it’ll take months for supply to meet demand

As part of NBC 5’s “Vaccinated State” panel to answer viewer questions about the coronavirus vaccine in Illinois, Ngozi Ezike, Director of the Illinois Department of Public Health, responded to a question about how soon family members may safely visit each other again.

As part of NBC 5’s “Vaccinated State” panel to answer viewer questions about the coronavirus vaccine in Illinois, Dr. Candice Robinson, Medical Director of the Chicago Department of Public Health, responded to a question about how residents can sign up and schedule an appointment to get the COVID-19 vaccine.

Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Public Health Director Dr. Ngozi Ezike provided an update on the state’s vaccination plan and regional mitigation statuses.

Illinois Department of Public Health Director Dr. Ngozi Ezike issued a warning Friday for state residents to remain mindful of mitigations as a new, more contagious COVID-19 variant is found in Illinois.

Illinois’ top doctor said Tuesday that the second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine could provide recipients with more “intense” symptoms.

Illinois Department of Public Health Director Dr. Ngozi Ezike received the first dose of her COVID-19 vaccination Tuesday.

As Illinois officials entered the new year vaccinating long term care facility residents, the state continues to monitor the new coronavirus variant making its way through the U.S.

Illinois Department of Public Health Director Dr. Ngozi Ezike said the state is nearing the end of the coronavirus pandemic, but must remain vigilant through the road ahead.

Illinois Department of Public Health Director Dr. Ngozi Ezike said Wednesday that the state will still face challenges, likely in vaccinating enough individuals, before the pandemic is over.

Illinois health officials recommended Monday that work forces stagger employee coronavirus vaccinations once available to the general public.

Dec. 11: IDPH Director Dr. Ngozi Ezike urged people to stay home for the holidays this December.

Illinois Department of Public Health Director Dr. Ngozi Ezike confirmed Thursday that residents’ personal information, including immigration status, will be protected when officials begin rolling out the coronavirus vaccine.

Dec. 10: IDPH Director Dr. Ngozi Ezike asks residents to avoid holiday and end-of-year gatherings.

Illinois Department of Public Health Director Dr. Ngozi Ezike asked that people be patient and continue using precautions while awaiting the arrival of the coronavirus vaccine.

Illinois Department of Public Health director Dr. Ngozi Ezike reminded people Monday to “remain vigilant” as news circulates of a potential coronavirus vaccine on the horizon.

Chicago’s top doctor said the city plans to make vaccine data, including information on potential side effects, available for residents before rolling out doses to the public.

Dr. Ngozi Ezike, Illinois’ top public health official, urged residents to be part of the plan to decrease coronavirus infections and take proper precautions this Thanksgiving.

Illinois Department of Public Health Director Dr. Ngozi Ezike warned Thursday during a daily coronavirus briefing that a negative coronavirus test result does not give people a “free pass” to celebrate Thanksgiving in person.

Illinois Department of Public Health Director Dr. Ngozi Ezike stressed the impact of the coronavirus throughout the state during a daily coronavirus briefing Wednesday.