Cook County Department of Public Health

Cook County Department of Public Health CCDPH is the state-certified public health agency for most of suburban Cook County Comments on this page must align with the following rules.

Public health is the science of protecting and improving the health of people and their communities by promoting healthy lifestyles, researching disease and detecting, preventing and responding to infectious diseases. Violations will be hidden or removed. Repeat offenders will be blocked:

1. Be Kind and Courteous--we're all in this together to create a healthy Cook County. Let's treat everyone wi

th respect. Healthy debates are natural, but kindness and courtesy are required. Swearing will be not be tolerated and those comments will immediately be deleted.

2. No Hate Speech or Bullying--bullying of any kind isn't allowed, and degrading comments about things like race, religion, culture, sexual orientation, gender or identity will not be tolerated. This is an agency of public health, political comments belong elsewhere.

3. No Promotions or Spam--self-promotion, corporate promotion, spam and irrelevant links aren't allowed.

4. Respect Everyone's Privacy

5. If you repeatedly post comments that are or show negative/political/contempt and you have a minimal profile on Facebook, we will assume you are a troll and you will be blocked from this page.

06/15/2026

Los mosquitos no se toman vacaciones en el verano. ¡Protéjase del virus del Nilo Occidental!

Un verano a prueba de mosquitos:
www.fightthebitecookcounty.com

06/15/2026

Mosquitoes don’t take the summer off. Protect yourself from the West Nile Virus!

Mosquito Proof Your Summer:
www.fightthebitecookcounty.com

Come see us at local libraries across suburban Cook County this summer!Cook County Department of Public Health staff wil...
06/15/2026

Come see us at local libraries across suburban Cook County this summer!

Cook County Department of Public Health 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 below for dates, times, and library locations.

Las mujeres pueden obtener prevención, pruebas y tratamiento del VIH en Cook County Health. Mantente protegida. Hazte la...
06/15/2026

Las mujeres pueden obtener prevención, pruebas y tratamiento del VIH en Cook County Health. Mantente protegida. Hazte la prueba. Infórmate: https://ow.ly/qCbj50ZbTSK

312-572-4515WARMLINE 312-572-4515 312-572-4515WARMLINE 312-572-4515 HIV Integrated Programs Cook County Health’s HIV Integrated Programs offers education,

Women can get HIV prevention, testing and treatment at Cook County Health. Stay protected. Get tested.Learn more: https:...
06/15/2026

Women can get HIV prevention, testing and treatment at Cook County Health. Stay protected. Get tested.
Learn more: https://ow.ly/ViVj50ZbTy4

312-572-4515WARMLINE 312-572-4515 312-572-4515WARMLINE 312-572-4515 HIV Integrated Programs Cook County Health’s HIV Integrated Programs offers education,

It's important to take care of your health, both on and off the court. This Men's Health Month, take time to make your h...
06/12/2026

It's important to take care of your health, both on and off the court. This Men's Health Month, take time to make your health a priority. Regular checkups can help detect potential health concerns early and keep you on track toward your health goals.

If it's been a while since your last visit, consider scheduling an annual physical with a health care provider.

A Tornado Watch is in effect for Cook County until 9 p.m., and a Flood Watch is in effect until 11 p.m. today.Keep an ey...
06/11/2026

A Tornado Watch is in effect for Cook County until 9 p.m., and a Flood Watch is in effect until 11 p.m. today.

Keep an eye on local weather reports and be prepared to take action if conditions worsen. You can sign up for emergency notifications by texting "AlertCook" to 888-777.

If flooding occurs, move to higher ground. Never walk or drive through floodwater.

If a tornado warning is issued, seek shelter immediately in a basement, storm shelter, or interior room on the lowest floor of a building.

The graphics below include additional safety tips for flooding and tornadoes.

Learn more about the flood watch: https://ow.ly/Jobi50ZaGPe
Learn more about the tornado watch: https://ow.ly/Hr6050ZaGPf

Found a tick? Don't panic.Using tweezers, grasp the tick as close to the skin as possible and pull straight up with stea...
06/10/2026

Found a tick? Don't panic.

Using tweezers, grasp the tick as close to the skin as possible and pull straight up with steady pressure. Avoid twisting or jerking the tick. Once removed, make sure to apply antiseptic to the site of the bite.

Learn more about preventing tick bites and tick-borne diseases like Lyme disease at https://ow.ly/8Ttn50ZacJR

Join us for “Living Authentically: A Pride Month Discussion for Trans Youth and Allies,” a Facebook Live conversation fo...
06/10/2026

Join us for “Living Authentically: A Pride Month Discussion for Trans Youth and Allies,” a Facebook Live conversation focused on supporting the health, safety, and well-being of LGBTQ+ youth. 💙🏳️‍⚧️

Hosted in partnership with Black Alphabet and the LGBTQ+ Center at Kenneth Young Center, this discussion will explore topics including mental health, identity, workplace inclusion, sexual health education, and connecting to supportive care and community resources.

📅 Monday, June 22
🕧 12:30–1:30 p.m.
📍 Live on CCDPH's page

Learn more: https://ow.ly/qgQv50Z9VtQ

How can schools create safer, more supportive learning environments for students?CCDPH's new Restorative Practices Repor...
06/09/2026

How can schools create safer, more supportive learning environments for students?

CCDPH's new Restorative Practices Report explores how restorative approaches can help strengthen school communities, reduce reliance on exclusionary discipline, and support student wellbeing.

Read the report and learn how restorative practices are being implemented across suburban Cook County schools: https://ow.ly/K8gB50Z9xcH

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