Chicago Department of Public Health

04/24/2021

Statement from CDPH on the Johnson & Johnson Vaccine Following Updated CDC Guidance

Following a thorough safety review, the CDC and FDA have determined that the use of the J&J COVID-19 Vaccine in the U.S. should resume. The FDA and CDC have confidence that this vaccine is safe and effective in preventing COVID-19. CDPH is resuming operations immediately. Learn more at http://ow.ly/L4gn50EwBZ4

The COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective, and are an important tool for ending the global pandemic. Vaccines protect you and the people around you, reducing the spread of COVID-19. Learn more at Learn more at Chicago.gov/COVIDVax.

04/23/2021

Getting a vaccine without an appointment? We got you!
Starting today, Chicago residents will be able to get vaccinated at ALL Chicago vaccination sites without an appointment (though an appointment is preferred). Proof of residency is required. To learn more, visit chi.gov/covidvax

Getting a vaccine without an appointment? We got you!
Starting today, Chicago residents will be able to get vaccinated at ALL Chicago vaccination sites without an appointment (though an appointment is preferred). Proof of residency is required. To learn more, visit chi.gov/covidvax

04/23/2021

¡Doctora Geraldine Luna con IMPORTANTE mensaje para residentes de Chicago!

Chicago, ahora es más fácil #ProtectChicago! La Dra. Geraldine Luna estuvo acompañada por Jorge DeSantiago / Telemundo Chicago para una actualización importante: ahora se puede vacunar sin cita! Para mas detalles: facebook.com/100044253888118/videos/148149373912898

04/23/2021

CDPH Commissioner Dr. Allison Arwady received Chicago Mayor's Office/Mayor’s Medal of Honor, recognizing individuals and organizations who have made extraordinary contributions to Chicago’s residents throughout 2020 and particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. On behalf of all public health professionals and CDPH employees, she is humbled and honored by this award.

And congratulations to all of the recipients🏅:
Brad McConnell, CEO, Allies for Community Business, Daniel Anello, CEO, Kids First Chicago, Natasha Smith-Walker, CEO, Project Exploration, Dr. Helene Gayle, President, The Chicago Community Trust, Chef Erick Williams, Executive Chef and Founder, Virtue Restaurant, Dr. Nick Turkal, Rosa Escareno, Commissioner, Chicago Business Affairs & Consumer Protection, Zair Menjivar, Belmont Cragin Youth Leadership Council, Greater Chicago Food Depository, Federally Qualified Health Centers, Rush University Medical Center, Gads Hill Center, The City of Chicago’s Racial Equity Rapid Response Team (RERRT, CORE, Pui Tak Center, Back of the Yards Neighborhood Council, KOVAL Distillery! #ProtectChicago

04/23/2021

Protect Chicago: Get Vaccinated

The COVID-19 vaccine is safe, effective, and the best way to keep you and your family safe. Chicago has safely and equitably administered over 1 million vaccines. Let’s get back to it, Chicago. Visit chi.gov/COVIDvax for more information.

04/23/2021

COVID-19 Daily Update (Resumen Diario de COVID-19)
Updated: April 22
(Promedios diarios, Actualizados April 22)
Confirmed Cases (Casos confirmados): 626
Tests Conducted (Pruebas realizadas): 13,724
Deaths (Fallecidos): 5
Test Positivity (Tasa de positividad de la prueba): 5.3%

COVID-19 Daily Update (Resumen Diario de COVID-19)
Updated: April 22
(Promedios diarios, Actualizados April 22)
Confirmed Cases (Casos confirmados): 626
Tests Conducted (Pruebas realizadas): 13,724
Deaths (Fallecidos): 5
Test Positivity (Tasa de positividad de la prueba): 5.3%

04/23/2021

It's sweet to be 16! Chicago residents 16+ are now eligible to be vaccinated at ALL Chicago vaccination sites with proof of residency and must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Visit chi.gov/covidvax for more information. #ProtectChicago

It's sweet to be 16! Chicago residents 16+ are now eligible to be vaccinated at ALL Chicago vaccination sites with proof of residency and must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Visit chi.gov/covidvax for more information. #ProtectChicago

04/22/2021

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought overwhelming grief to many families. FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency is helping ease some of the financial stress and burden caused by the virus. The FEMA Funeral Assistance Program offers $9,000 per burial. Learn about eligibility by visiting www.fema.gov/disasters/coronavirus/economic/funeral-assistance.

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought overwhelming grief to many families. FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency is helping ease some of the financial stress and burden caused by the virus. The FEMA Funeral Assistance Program offers $9,000 per burial. Learn about eligibility by visiting www.fema.gov/disasters/coronavirus/economic/funeral-assistance.

04/22/2021

United Center Vaccination Process

Getting vaccinated at the United Center is as easy as 1, 2, 3. Follow along as Alyse takes us through her appointment from start to finish. Let’s get back to it, Chicago, one shot at a time. Visit chicago.gov/covidvax to schedule your appointment.💪🏾💪🏻💪🏽#ProtectChicago

04/22/2021

We're proud of you Chicago! 50% of Chicagoans have now received their first COVID-19 vaccination dose. To learn more about how you can #ProtectChicago, visit chi.gov/covidvax

We're proud of you Chicago! 50% of Chicagoans have now received their first COVID-19 vaccination dose. To learn more about how you can #ProtectChicago, visit chi.gov/covidvax

04/22/2021

Chicagoans! Make a vaccine appointment at the United Center to #ProtectChicago! Book an appointment -> zocdoc.com or https://events.juvare.com/chicago/UCPOD/ and use code: CHIZIPVAX21

04/22/2021

ASK DR. ARWADY

ASK DR. ARWADY: Have questions about #coronavirus? Dr. Arwady from the Chicago Department of Public Health is answering your questions live right now. #AskDrArwady #ProtectChicago

04/21/2021

A new MMWR report detailing a Chicago Department of Public Health investigation found that COVID-19 vaccination helped protect people from getting COVID-19 and may reduce severity of illness. Among persons with COVID-19 infection after full vaccination, the majority had no symptoms or mild illness. No disease spread from these cases was observed. Following COVID-19 infection prevention and control practices and encouraging high vaccination coverage is important in high-risk congregate settings. Thank you to our local CDC partners. Learn more: https://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/volumes/70/wr/mm7017e1.htm?s_cid=mm7017e1_w

A new MMWR report detailing a Chicago Department of Public Health investigation found that COVID-19 vaccination helped protect people from getting COVID-19 and may reduce severity of illness. Among persons with COVID-19 infection after full vaccination, the majority had no symptoms or mild illness. No disease spread from these cases was observed. Following COVID-19 infection prevention and control practices and encouraging high vaccination coverage is important in high-risk congregate settings. Thank you to our local CDC partners. Learn more: https://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/volumes/70/wr/mm7017e1.htm?s_cid=mm7017e1_w

04/21/2021

The CDC pause on J&J came out of an abundance of caution due to six cases of a rare type of blood clot in individuals who received the J&J vaccine in the U.S. – 6 cases of around 7 million doses given. Know what’s normal, and what to look out for, with the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. Learn more at http://Chicago.gov/COVIDvax #ProtectChicago

04/21/2021

¿Tienes preguntas acerca el #CoronaVirus?

¿Tienes preguntas acerca el #CoronaVirus? La Dra. Geraldine Luna, Directora Médica del Departamento de Salud Pública de Chicago, responde a preguntas en vivo por Facebook. Envia tus preguntas usando #AskDrLuna

04/21/2021

Protect Chicago

Join actor and Chicagoan, Harry Lennix, in saving lives by getting vaccinated when it’s your turn. Together, we can #ProtectChicago.

04/21/2021

Massive supply imbalance fueled by vaccine hesitancy: Illinois’ latest struggles with COVID-19 mass vaccination

Chicago administers all vaccines it receives quickly, efficiently, and equitably. We have reached significant vaccination milestones despite federal supply being limited. The @chicagotribune highlights our efforts compared to other regions of Illinois: https://www.chicagotribune.com/coronavirus/vaccine/coronavirus-vaccine-illinois-disparity-20210420-4zyu2mmesnagld5yrj3wf6ehza-story.html

With widespread vaccine hesitancy in much of the state, Illinois struggles to match coronavirus vaccine supply with demand

04/21/2021

We have 200,000 reasons to smile today thanks to the 200,000th vaccination at the United Center! Help us #ProtectChicago by signing up for your vaccination today at chi.gov/covidvax

We have 200,000 reasons to smile today thanks to the 200,000th vaccination at the United Center! Help us #ProtectChicago by signing up for your vaccination today at chi.gov/covidvax

04/21/2021

COVID-19 Daily Update (Resumen Diario de COVID-19)
Updated: April 20
(Promedios diarios, Actualizados April 20)
Confirmed Cases (Casos confirmados): 640
Tests Conducted (Pruebas realizadas): 13,788
Deaths (Fallecidos): 5
Test Positivity (Tasa de positividad de la prueba): 5.4%

COVID-19 Daily Update (Resumen Diario de COVID-19)
Updated: April 20
(Promedios diarios, Actualizados April 20)
Confirmed Cases (Casos confirmados): 640
Tests Conducted (Pruebas realizadas): 13,788
Deaths (Fallecidos): 5
Test Positivity (Tasa de positividad de la prueba): 5.4%

04/20/2021

Make a vaccine appointment at the United Center to #ProtectChicago! We have open appointments for Chicago residents 18+. Book an appointment -> www.zocdoc.com/vaccine or https://events.juvare.com/chicago/UCPOD/ and use code: CHIZIPVAX21.

04/20/2021

ASK DR. ARWADY

ASK DR. ARWADY: Have questions about #coronavirus? Dr. Arwady from the Chicago Department of Public Health is answering your questions live right now. #AskDrArwady #ProtectChicago

04/20/2021

Tonight at 5PM CST please join @chicagosmayor Medal of Honor Ceremony! Honorees are being recognized for their extraordinary contributions during the pandemic. Streaming options: chicago.gov/live, facebook.com/chicagomayorsoffice & twitter.com/chicagosmayor.

Tonight at 5PM CST please join @chicagosmayor Medal of Honor Ceremony! Honorees are being recognized for their extraordinary contributions during the pandemic. Streaming options: chicago.gov/live, facebook.com/chicagomayorsoffice & twitter.com/chicagosmayor.

04/20/2021

HAPPENING NOW

HAPPENING NOW: Mayor Lightfoot joins CDPH Commissioner Dr. Allison Arwady and Chicago State University President Zaldwaynaka “Z” Scott for a tour of CSU’s mass vaccination site. #ProtectChicago chi.gov/covidvax

04/19/2021

As of today, all Chicago residents age 16+ are eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine! 👏🏻👏🏾Vaccines are the best way to protect yourself, your family, and your community from COVID-19. To learn about Phase 2 and how to schedule your vaccination to #ProtectChicago, visit Chicago.gov/covidvax

04/19/2021

COVID-19 Daily Update (Resumen Diario de COVID-19)
Updated: April 18
(Promedios diarios, Actualizados April 18)
Confirmed Cases (Casos confirmados): 693
Tests Conducted (Pruebas realizadas): 13,951
Deaths (Fallecidos): 4
Test Positivity (Tasa de positividad de la prueba): 5.6%

COVID-19 Daily Update (Resumen Diario de COVID-19)
Updated: April 18
(Promedios diarios, Actualizados April 18)
Confirmed Cases (Casos confirmados): 693
Tests Conducted (Pruebas realizadas): 13,951
Deaths (Fallecidos): 4
Test Positivity (Tasa de positividad de la prueba): 5.6%

04/16/2021

COVID-19 Daily Update (Resumen Diario de COVID-19)
Updated: April 15
(Promedios diarios, Actualizados April 15)
Confirmed Cases (Casos confirmados): 733
Tests Conducted (Pruebas realizadas): 14,176
Deaths (Fallecidos): 3
Test Positivity (Tasa de positividad de la prueba): 5.8%

COVID-19 Daily Update (Resumen Diario de COVID-19)
Updated: April 15
(Promedios diarios, Actualizados April 15)
Confirmed Cases (Casos confirmados): 733
Tests Conducted (Pruebas realizadas): 14,176
Deaths (Fallecidos): 3
Test Positivity (Tasa de positividad de la prueba): 5.8%

04/16/2021

United Center Vaccination Process

Getting vaccinated at the United Center is as easy as 1, 2, 3. Follow along as Alyse takes us through her appointment from start to finish. Let’s get back to it, Chicago, one shot at a time. Visit chicago.gov/covidvax to schedule your appointment.💪🏾💪🏻💪🏽#ProtectChicago

04/15/2021

The Prosser Career Academy site will be closing 4/16/21.

A new site will be opening at Northwest Side Housing Center 4/19 Mondays-Thursdays. An additional site will be open at St. Stanislaus Bishop and Martyr Catholic Church on Fridays.

The Prosser Career Academy site will be closing 4/16/21.

A new site will be opening at Northwest Side Housing Center 4/19 Mondays-Thursdays. An additional site will be open at St. Stanislaus Bishop and Martyr Catholic Church on Fridays.

04/15/2021

You can now add Chicago State University to the list of places where you can now get vaccinated for COVID-19! Appointments are open to Chicago residents 18 years and older in phases 1A, 1B, and 1C and are limited to specific zip codes. Visit chi.gov/COVIDvax for more details.

You can now add Chicago State University to the list of places where you can now get vaccinated for COVID-19! Appointments are open to Chicago residents 18 years and older in phases 1A, 1B, and 1C and are limited to specific zip codes. Visit chi.gov/COVIDvax for more details.

04/15/2021

ASK DR. ARWADY

ASK DR. ARWADY: Have questions about #coronavirus? Dr. Arwady from the Chicago Department of Public Health is answering your questions live right now. #AskDrArwady #ProtectChicago

04/14/2021

Vaccine safety has and always will be our top priority for the City of Chicago. In light of recent events, we have decided to pause administering the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine to align with the CDC and FDA. This recommendation does not affect Pfizer or Moderna vaccines. For more information, please visit chicago.gov/COVIDvax.

04/14/2021

¿Tienes preguntas acerca el #CoronaVirus?

¿Tienes preguntas acerca el #CoronaVirus? La Dra. Geraldine Luna, Directora Médica del Departamento de Salud Pública de Chicago, responde a preguntas en vivo por Facebook. Envia tus preguntas usando #AskDrLuna

04/14/2021

COVID-19 Daily Update (Resumen Diario de COVID-19)
Updated: April 13
(Promedios diarios, Actualizados April 13)
Confirmed Cases (Casos confirmados): 706
Tests Conducted (Pruebas realizadas): 13,914
Deaths (Fallecidos): 4
Test Positivity (Tasa de positividad de la prueba): 5.7%

COVID-19 Daily Update (Resumen Diario de COVID-19)
Updated: April 13
(Promedios diarios, Actualizados April 13)
Confirmed Cases (Casos confirmados): 706
Tests Conducted (Pruebas realizadas): 13,914
Deaths (Fallecidos): 4
Test Positivity (Tasa de positividad de la prueba): 5.7%

04/13/2021

HAPPENING NOW

HAPPENING NOW

04/13/2021

ASK DR. ARWADY

ASK DR. ARWADY: Have questions about #coronavirus? Dr. Arwady from the Chicago Department of Public Health is answering your questions live right now. #AskDrArwady #ProtectChicago