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Holiday Gathering and Travel Guidelines

Holiday Gathering and Travel Guidelines

As families, often many generations, gather to celebrate holidays, here are the best ways to minimize COVID-19 risk and keep your family and friends safe during the season. The proven best way to protect yourself and other is to get vaccinated if you’re eligible. Further, if you are age 18 or older and eligible for a booster shot, we urge you to take advantage of the further level of protection.

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Booster Shots Recommended for Adults 18+

Booster Shots Recommended for Adults 18+

On Friday, November 19, 2021, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) all endorsed booster vaccines for all adults, age 18 and over. Boosters are widely...

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2021 Halloween Guidance 

2021 Halloween Guidance 

Most trick-or-treaters are children who are not yet eligible to be vaccinated so it’s extra important for parents to encourage them to take these safety precautions to stay safe and healthy:  Plan for outdoor events and dress for the weather  Maintain physical...

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Booster Shot Update

An FDA advisory panel on Friday voted to allow the use of Pfizer booster shots to be given to residents 65 and over and those in "high risk populations" at least 6 months after their second dose. Residents with certain immunocompromised conditions who received the...

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Walk-in Availability Six Large-Scale Vaccination Sites

Cook County Health is pleased to now offer walk-in availability at its six large-scale vaccination sites. Individuals or groups who are interested in getting a vaccine can simply show up and register onsite. Walk-ins are also available for individuals who received...

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Updated November 27, 2024, 4:19 PM