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Illinois' Top Doc Says Wide Vaccine Availability Months Away
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
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Illinois' Top Doctor on Vaccine and Visiting Loved Ones
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.
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Experts Explain How to Get the Vaccine in Illinois
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.
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Illinois Governor, Top Doc Provide Statewide COVID-19 Vaccine Update
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.
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Ezike Gives Warning on New, More Contagious COVID Variant in Illinois
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.
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Second Dose of COVID Vaccine Could Provide More ‘Intense' Symptoms, Ezike Says
Illinois’ top doctor said Tuesday that the second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine could provide recipients with more “intense” symptoms.
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Illinois' Top Doctor Receives Coronaviurs Vaccination, Gives Passionate Remarks
Illinois Department of Public Health Director Dr. Ngozi Ezike received the first dose of her COVID-19 vaccination Tuesday.
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Illinois Coronavirus Updates: Officials Monitor New COVID Variant, Bulls Player Tests Positive
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.
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‘We Are Truly at the Beginning of the End,' Ezike Says On Illinois Coronavirus
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.
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There's a ‘Clear Difference' Between Receiving the Vaccine and Getting Vaccinated: Ezike
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.
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Health Officials Recommend Work Forces Stagger Employee Vaccinations, When Available
Illinois health officials recommended Monday that work forces stagger employee coronavirus vaccinations once available to the general public.
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Illinois' Top Doc: ‘I'm Strongly Recommending That People Stay Home for the Holidays'
Dec. 11: IDPH Director Dr. Ngozi Ezike urged people to stay home for the holidays this December.
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IDPH Will Protect Personal Information, Immigration Status Amid Vaccine Distribution: Ezike
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.
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Ezike: Don't Plan Holiday Parties, But ‘Start Planning for the End of Pandemic Party'
Dec. 10: IDPH Director Dr. Ngozi Ezike asks residents to avoid holiday and end-of-year gatherings.
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‘Be Patient:' Illinois' Top Doctor Asks People to Continue Precautions While Awaiting Vaccine
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.
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Illinois' Top Doctor Reminds People to ‘Remain Vigilant' With Potential Vaccine on the Horizon
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.
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Chicago Will Make COVID Vaccine Data Public, Including Possible Side Effects, Top Doctor Says
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.
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It's Not Too Late to Change Your Thanksgiving Plans, Illinois' Top Doctor Says
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.
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‘A Negative Test Does Not Get You a Free Pass,' Illinois Top Doctor on Celebrating 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.
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Illinois' Top Doctor: ‘It's Real And It's Worse Than a Cold'
Illinois Department of Public Health Director Dr. Ngozi Ezike stressed the impact of the coronavirus throughout the state during a daily coronavirus briefing Wednesday.