Cook County Department of Public Health

A nationally accredited, state-certified, health department building healthier communities in suburban Cook County.

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Rock, paper, scissors... public health edition!

We're putting a fun spin on some important health reminders! Whether it's scheduling a breast exam, flossing daily or getting your child tested for lead, small steps can make a big difference in prioritizing your health.

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¡Vacúnese para protegerse esta temporada! Se ofrecerán vacunas gratuitas contra la gripe y el COVID este sábado 24 de octubre en el Centro de Salud Cottage Grove de Cook County Health, ubicado en 1645 South Cottage Grove Ave., de 9am a 2pm. No se requiere cita previa.

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Get vaccinated to protect yourself this season! Free flu and COVID vaccines will be offered this Saturday, Oct. 24, at Cook County Health's Cottage Grove Health Center, 1645 South Cottage Grove Ave., from 9am-2pm. No appointment needed.

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We officially kicked off our annual Saturday vaccination clinics, just in time for respiratory virus season! From now through February, Saturday clinics will be offered at CCH locations, helping residents with flu and COVID vaccines. Find a clinic: https://t.co/tq3n4vYszO

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Join CCDPH at our free flu and COVID-19 vaccination clinic this Saturday in Harvey, IL!

📅 Saturday, October 24
🕙 2 PM - 5 PM
📍 New Life Pentecostal Church - 148 E. 155th St. Harvey, IL

Registration is encouraged; walk-ins are welcome. Register here: https://t.co/5BhqDl81Vu

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Join CCDPH at our free flu and COVID-19 vaccination clinic this Saturday in Harvey, IL!

📅 Saturday, October 24
🕙 9 AM - 1 PM
📍 True Holiness COGIC - 15300 Loomis Ave. Harvey, IL

Registration is encouraged; walk-ins are welcome. Register here: https://t.co/du7rNBvF6n

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¡Vacúnese para protegerse esta temporada! Se ofrecerán vacunas gratuitas contra la gripe y el COVID este sábado 17 de octubre en el Centro de Salud North Riverside de Cook County Health, ubicado en 1800 S. Harlem Ave., de 9am a 2pm. No se requiere cita previa.

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Get vaccinated to protect yourself this season! Free flu and COVID vaccines will be offered this Saturday, Oct. 17, at Cook County Health's North Riverside Health Center, 1800 S. Harlem Ave., from 9am-2pm. No appointment needed.

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Eligible women can receive free breast and cervical cancer screenings through the Illinois Breast & Cervical Cancer Screening Program.

To learn more or enroll, call:
Cook County Department of Public Health: 708-836-8625
Illinois Women’s Health Line: 888-522-1282

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If someone may be overdosing, don’t hesitate to administer naloxone and call 911. Tell the dispatcher, "Someone is unresponsive & not breathing normally.” Illinois’ Good Samaritan Law protects you and the person experiencing an overdose.
Get free naloxone: https://t.co/d9CTE1Lk0X

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Over 14% of high school students in suburban Cook County report having had a concussion. Ifsomeone you know experiences a head injury, watch for symptoms such as headache, dizziness, nausea, confusion, mood changes or trouble concentrating. Learn more: https://t.co/PEw90mJF7h

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Come see us at local libraries across suburban Cook County!

CCDPH staff will be onsite sharing health information, community resources, and wellness support services. These events are free and open to the public. Check the graphic for dates, times, and library locations.

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Join CCDPH this Saturday at our free flu and COVID-19 vaccination clinic in Maywood, IL!

Vaccines are provided at no cost regardless of insurance or immigration status.

Register here: https://t.co/VLJgn8jn3z

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Join CCDPH at our free flu and COVID-19 vaccination clinic in Steger, IL!

📅 Thursday, October 15
🕙 1 PM - 4 PM
📍 54 E. 31st St. Steger, IL

Vaccines are provided at no cost regardless of insurance or immigration status. Register here: https://t.co/JIofuTARpb

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Join CCDPH at our free flu and COVID-19 vaccination clinic in Riverdale, IL!

📅 Thursday, October 15
🕙 10 AM - 3 PM
📍 14419 S. Atlantic Ave. Riverdale, IL

Vaccines are provided at no cost regardless of insurance or immigration status.

Register here: https://t.co/7ebiIuln9E

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Join CCDPH at our free flu and COVID-19 vaccination clinic in Harvey, IL! Vaccines are provided at no cost, regardless of insurance or immigration status.

Registration is encouraged; walk-ins are welcome. Register here: https://t.co/T49lu0y2xf

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CCDPH is hiring! We're looking for a Manager of Planning to join our team.

Learn more and apply by October 13: https://t.co/2gzLQMdiun

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CCDPH is launching “Spread Facts, Not Flu & COVID,” a new public awareness campaign encouraging residents to protect themselves and their families from respiratory illness by getting vaccinated and getting trusted information.  Learn more: https://t.co/kz9F3o6P7b

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Congratulations to the 2026 Metro Chicago Good Food Purchasing Initiative Community Fund awardees! Nearly $500,000 in grants will support 15 local farms and food businesses across the region, with eight awardees based in suburban Cook County.

Learn more: https://t.co/CG6xNidlbS

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Use this checklist to make sure your preschool student is protected with safe and effective vaccines.

Learn more about the childhood vaccines recommended by CCDPH and the American Academy of Pediatrics at https://t.co/jwkEMGnZzq.