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Flu Activity Now ‘Very High' in Both Illinois and Indiana, CDC Says
As the weather gets colder, flu season is worsening, and both Illinois and Indiana are no exception. Influenza activity is considered to be “very high” in both states based on the most recent data from the week ending Nov. 26, according to a Weekly Influenza Report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Activity was “low” in Illinois until…
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20K New COVID Cases, 57 Deaths Reported in Last Week, Illinois Health Officials Say
The Illinois Department of Public Health reported 20,495 new COVID cases over the past week, as well as 57 additional deaths, as it warned of an increase in COVID and other respiratory viruses across the state.
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Public Health Officials Offer Advice on Flu Protection
With an active flu season now underway, public health officials held a press conference to offer tips on how to stay protected from the virus, NBC 5’s Lauren Petty reports.
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Dr. Sameer Vohra Officially Begins Role as New Director of Illinois' Health Department
Dr. Sameer Vohra, the new leader of the Illinois Department of Public Health, was introduced publicly by Gov. J.B. Pritzker Thursday.
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As Monkeypox Spreads, Here's What to Do if You Contract the Virus
Chicago’s monkeypox cases have hiked past 300, and the city’s health department is urging the public to take added precautions to prevent the spread of the virus.
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Dr. Sameer Vohra Named New Director of Illinois Department of Public Health
Gov. J.B. Pritzker has appointed Dr. Sameer Vohra to head up the Illinois Department of Public Health, replacing Dr. Ngozi Ezike in that role.
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IDPH Warns of Rabid Bats in 4 Illinois Counties
As summer approaches and the weather warms up, the Illinois Department of Public Health is reminding the public to be aware of rabid animals, especially bats, as they become more active this time of year, a press release said.
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Track Ticks in Illinois Using Interactive Map as Season Begins
With tick season upon Illinoisans and summer approaching, health officials have provided a way to track ticks in the area, urging residents to check themselves and loved ones for tick bites while outside.
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Hepatitis in Children What Are the Symptoms to Watch For Amid Recent Warnings
Amid recent warnings from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Illinois Department of Public Health surrounding unusual hepatitis cases in children, what should parents be watching for?
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IDPH Urges Vigilance With COVID Cases ‘Slowly Rising' Across Illinois
The Illinois Department of Public Health advised residents to pay close attention to conditions in their local communities Thursday due to “slowly rising” COVID case rates in much of the state. Vi Nguyen has more.
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IDPH Urges Vigilance With COVID Cases ‘Slowly Rising' Across Illinois
The Illinois Department of Public Health advised residents to pay close attention to conditions in their local communities Thursday due to “slowly rising” COVID case rates in much of the state.
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As BA.2 Continues Rapid Midwest Rise, Here Are COVID Symptoms to Watch For
With the BA.2 omicron subvariant continuing to spread across Chicago, Illinois and the U.S., what symptoms should you be watching for?
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Dr. Ngozi Ezike Reflects on Role in Illinois' Fight Against Covid in One-on-One Interview With NBC 5
Illinois Department of Public Health Director Dr. Ngozi Ezike will be leaving her position later this month after serving three years in the role of Illinois’ top doctor. Dr. Ezike sits down with NBC 5’s Mary Ann Ahern for a one-on-one interview.
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IDPH Begins Distribution of New Monoclonal Antibody Treatment Against COVID-19
The Illinois Department of Public Health has begun distributing a new COVID-19 treatment designed for use in adults with mild-to-moderate cases that are at-risk of severe illness.
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Here's Who Will Be Eligible for New COVID Antiviral Pills in Illinois
Two newly-authorized antiviral pills for treating COVID-19 will soon be available in Illinois, health officials announced.
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New COVID Antiviral Pills to Be Available in Illinois Later This Month. Here's What We Know
Two newly-authorized antiviral pills for treating COVID-19 will soon be available in Illinois, health officials announced.
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Here's How Many Omicron Variant Cases Have Been Confirmed in Illinois
Though the COVID-19 omicron variant is accounting for 73% of new infections in the U.S. as of this week, Chicago’s top doctor said the percentage is likely even higher in the Midwest.
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FDA Approves First COVID-19 Pill for Emergency Use
The Food and Drug Administration approved an emergency use authorization for the first oral antiviral treatment of COVID-19.
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Here's How Many Omicron Variant Cases Have Been Confirmed in Illinois
With the omicron variant accounting for 73% of new infections last week in the U.S., the strain officially became the country’s dominant version of the coronavirus Monday, health officials announced.
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Omicron Accounted for 73% of US COVID-19 Cases Last Week
Omicron accounted for 73% of new COVID-19 infections last week in the United States, according to federal health officials.