A nationally accredited, state-certified, health department building healthier communities in suburban Cook County.
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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. Consider scheduling an annual physical with a health care provider.
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Cook County Health provides complete HIV care for women. Get the care you need: ow.ly/CLfC50Zb9BV
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A Tornado Watch is in effect until 9 p.m. and a Flood Watch is in effect until 11 p.m.
Sign up for emergency notifications by texting "AlertCook" to 888-777.
Learn more about the flood watch: ow.ly/ppnW50ZaGPl
Learn more about the tornado watch: ow.ly/w7Tn50ZaGPg
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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.
Learn more about preventing tick bites and tick-borne diseases like Lyme disease at ow.ly/T0cO50ZacK2
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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.
Learn more: ow.ly/x3Z550Z9VtT
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CCDPH's Restorative Practices Report explores how restorative approaches can help strengthen school communities, reduce reliance on exclusionary discipline, and support student wellbeing. Learn how restorative practices are implemented across schools: ow.ly/qAir50Z9xcL
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RECALL ALERT: Target has recalled select Up & Up baby wipes because they may be contaminated with bacteria that can cause serious infections in babies, infants, and young children.
Learn more: ow.ly/x1pG50Z91z0
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One of the ways that you can get E. coli is by drinking contaminated water or getting it in your mouth. Be careful, and don’t swallow water when swimming or playing in lakes, ponds, streams, swimming pools, and backyard "kiddie" pools.
Learn more: ow.ly/eYF950Z8WZj
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We're proud to share that CCDPH's "Fight the Bite" campaign has received an Aster Award recognizing excellence in health care marketing and communications. Our campaign helps residents protect themselves from mosquito bites & West Nile virus. Learn more: ow.ly/ozLp50Z8eJN
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Happy Pride Month!
This month, we celebrate LGBTQ communities and reaffirm our commitment to health equity, inclusion, and creating communities where everyone can thrive.
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Tomorrow is National Gun Violence Awareness Day. Join us in wearing orange to honor survivors of gun violence, remember those whose lives have been impacted, and raise awareness about the need for safer communities. Learn more: ow.ly/f9qE50Z7L1E
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¿Pasándola bien? Aprenda a identificar síntomas de posible exposición al VIH y a las ITS. Infórmese: ow.ly/ijGL50Z7Jn2
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Stay connected to what matters for your health & your community. Sign up to receive updates, including:
✔ Timely health alerts and vaccine information
✔ New programs, events, and community resources
✔ Funding opportunities like grants and partnerships
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Need a little extra help feeding your family this summer? Your family could receive $120 one-time per child to help buy groceries while your kids are out of school. Check if you’re eligible for Summer EBT: ow.ly/vnnx50Z6O9R
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Our Healthy Beginnings nurses attended the South Suburban Community Wellness Event, connecting with families & sharing resources to support healthy pregnancies, postpartum care, & early childhood wellness. Thank you to everyone who stopped by to learn about Healthy Beginnings.
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Empower your health journey at the Water & Wellness Health Fair! Join us for free giveaways, health resources, wellness info, snacks & drinks and interactive activities to support healthy living. Everyone is welcome!
Learn more: ow.ly/Y9EV50Z6qZo
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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. 💙🏳️⚧️
📅 Monday, June 22
🕧 12:30–1:30 p.m.
📍 Live on CCDPH's Facebook Page
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Come see us at local libraries across suburban Cook County June 1–4! 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 below for dates, times, and locations.
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As Nurses Month comes to a close, we’re continuing the celebration of the dedicated and compassionate nurses who bring their all to communities every day. Hear directly from CCDPH nurses as they share what led them to public health.
#NursesMonth #PublicHealthNursing
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