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Illinois Health Department Issues Warning With COVID Cases ‘Slowly Rising’ in State – NBC Chicago
The Illinois Department of Public Health on Thursday issued a warning as COVID case rates are “slowly rising in many areas of the state.” The health department said residents “should be paying close attention to conditions in their local communities” and urged vaccinations and booster shots for eligible populations. “While hospitalizations and deaths tied to …
IDPH recommend schools allow parents, kids decide whether to wear masks
The new recommendations from the Iowa Department of Public Health on Friday said schools should let parents and students make their own decision about wearing face masks. The IDPH director made the recommendation in a letter to schools, child care providers and local health departments. The director said the department adjusted its guidance to recommend …
When Health Officials Say We Could See Signs of a Post-Thanksgiving Coronavirus Surge – NBC Chicago
Health experts are bracing for the potential of a post-Thanksgiving coronavirus surge. But what might that look like – and when could we see the first signs of it? According to Illinois Department of Public Health Director Dr. Ngozi Ezike, the first sign of a surge will be an increase in cases one to two …
Illinois, City Health Officials Give Thanksgiving Warning as Coronavirus Numbers Surge – NBC Chicago
As Illinois breaks coronavirus records Thursday, health officials across the state warned against travel and promoted safety precautions for this Thanksgiving holiday. Illinois Department of Public Health Director Dr. Ngozi Ezike said the state recommends avoiding travel to areas of high risk, which she said “is almost everywhere.” “Let’s be clear travel will increase your …
