An executive order doesn't erase decades of science. Illinois' childhood immunization schedule remains unchanged, because vaccines are safe, effective, and one of our best tools for protecting kids from serious preventable illness. Read more: dph.illinois.gov/resource-cen...

the stores are in full 🎃👻🍂 mode, but flu season isn’t quite here yet. for most people, September or October is the best time to get your flu shot to help provide the best protection throughout flu season. talk to your doctor about the best timing for you.

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⚠️ Hydration checkpoint. Drink some water. Find some shade or AC. Check on your people. More heat safety tips: keepcool.illinois.gov

Good morning. It's hot out there. 🥵 Illinois is in for extreme heat this week. Stay hydrated, take breaks in the shade or air conditioning, and check in on neighbors, older adults, and anyone without reliable cooling.

Every person should be able to access reproductive health care when and where they need it. In Illinois, we're expanding access to contraception through trained pharmacists across the state. 🧵

If you're an Illinois resident, you've probably checked the weather app at least three times today. 🌪️ With severe weather likely in much of the state, now is a good time to make sure you're prepared.

Things we wish more people knew about air purifiers 🧵

⚠️ "Should I be worried about Ebola?" Short answer: risk is extremely low. Long answer: keep reading. Here’s what Illinois residents should know 🧵

🆕 5/20/26 UPDATE: Confirmatory testing by CDC did not detect hantavirus in the previously reported suspected Winnebago County case. The resident is no longer considered a potential hantavirus case and no further public health action is needed.

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Hantavirus thread incoming ⚠️ But you have to promise to read this whole thread before panic-texting your group chat. Deal? Here's what Illinois residents should know. 🧵

"Headcheese" sounds unserious. Listeria is not. IDPH is warning Illinois residents about a listeria outbreak linked to certain Daisy Brand headcheese products sold at deli counters. Here’s what you need to know 🧵

Hantavirus thread incoming ⚠️ But you have to promise to read this whole thread before panic-texting your group chat. Deal? Here's what Illinois residents should know. 🧵

You don't have to go to the northeast to get Lyme disease. It's reported in Illinois every year. 🧵

34 people across 13 states have been infected with an outbreak strain of Salmonella linked to backyard poultry. Illinois has reported 1 case so far. Wash hands after touching birds, eggs, or their environment, and keep poultry out of the home to reduce risk. More from CDC ⬇️

Most babies look healthy at birth, but some serious conditions don't show symptoms right away. Newborn screening helps catch them early, before any harm is done. But how does it actually work? Let's follow your baby's blood sample through the process!

happy national public health week to everyone, but especially to our 97 local health departments in Illinois 🫶 public health doesn't happen without you!

Happy #AutismAcceptanceMonth to: 🩵 Those navigating a world not always designed for their needs 🩵 Those who communicate differently 🩵 Those who were diagnosed early, late, or are still seeking answers 🩵 Every person with autism in Illinois and beyond. You belong here.

West Suburban Hospital in Oak Park, Illinois suspended service of its Emergency Department today and plans to suspend all hospital services by the end of the week. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, please call 911 or go to a hospital nearby.

⏱ 60 seconds. That’s all we’re asking for today. It could help you understand your risk for type 2 diabetes. It’s #DiabetesAlertDay - take the quick test. ⬇️

Friendly seasonal health reminder: keep the tick pics to yourself. Better yet, prevent them entirely. 👇

hi. it's your state health department again. if your St. Patrick's Day weekend plans include drinking, your ride home should already be planned.

⚠️ Severe weather is expected across much of the state tonight. Many counties could see very large hail, strong wind gusts, and possibly strong tornadoes. 👇

⚠️ More young people are being diagnosed with colorectal cancer than ever before. And rates are continuing to rise each year. Here's what you need to know. 👇

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9 out of 10 of you are eating more sodium than recommended 🧵

wanna know one thing you can do to improve your heart health this year? sleep. we're serious. 🧵⬇️

⚠️Illinois has reported its first measles case of 2026 in an adult in the Metro East area. Now is a good time to double check your MMR vaccination status. Here’s what else you need to know.👇

so you're not really sure what cholesterol is and at this point you're too afraid to ask? no worries. we got you. 🧵

🚨 The Trump Administration cut $100 million in critical public health funding for Illinois. These cuts impact support for local public health departments, HIV prevention and monitoring, chronic disease surveys, injury prevention, and more.

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