Here's how the COVID-19 pandemic is affecting hospital and ICU capacity in Will County and across IL.
Will Co. Board Speaker Mimi Cowan said residents can now "expect better response times" when they call the health department.
The federal government has been tracking coronavirus cases and deaths in nursing homes, including one in Plainfield.
Sue Olenek, executive director of WCHD, said those who have registered for the vaccine may not get an appointment for 2 months.
Here's how many inpatient and ICU hospital beds are currently filled in Will County.
Coronavirus positivity in the county has been decreasing and is currently at 7.9 percent as of Friday, according to IDPH.
Indoor dining and drinking in Will County is now permitted for parties of up to 10 people, according to IDPH.
Dr. Daniel Sullivan named Chief Physician Executive of EEH, Dr. Kimberley Darey named Chief Medical Officer of Elmhurst Hospital.
This collaboration with the health department, pharmacies etc. will expedite the COVID-19 vaccination rollout in an efficient manner.
A mobile testing unit will be at Plainfield Central High School, 24120 Fort Beggs Drive, from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m.
One of the most baffling aspects of COVID-19, the illness caused by SARS-CoV-2, is how differently it seems to affect people.
During the week of Jan. 18 — the most recent data available — Plainfield reported 263 new cases, following Joliet with 284 cases.
New federal data shows how the coronavirus epidemic has affected hospital capacity in Will County and across Illinois.
Indoor dining services at restaurants will be limited to 25 percent capacity, according to the Illinois Department of Public Health.
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According to the Will Co. Health Department, Plainfield reported 407 new cases during the week of Jan. 4, following Joliet with 488 cases.
The Will County Health Department on Tuesday reported 59,246 COVID-19 cases, an increase of 1,012 from Friday.
New data from the federal government shows which hospitals are nearing capacity in Will County.
Kendall County, one of Plainfield's two counties, can now allow indoor service at restaurants and bars at 25 percent capacity.
WCHD and Senior Services of Will County have formed a partnership to assist senior residents of the county with the vaccination survey.
Gov. J.B. Pritzker announced Friday that three regions can move back to Tier 2 mitigations, but that doesn't include Will County.
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The Will Co. Health Department is asking senior members to be patient as the county completes Phase 1A of the COVID-19 vaccination program.
As of Monday, the county has 56,817 COVID-19 cases, which is an increase of 1,051 since Friday.
Jumpstart Your Health is a virtual year-long, group program designed to help people lose weight, increase activity and prevent disease.
It’s estimated the general public will be able to start receiving the vaccine in spring or summer of 2021. How can people cope until then?
New data from the federal government shows which hospitals are closest to capacity in Will County.
Getting the COVID-19 vaccine can help protect the recipient and everyone around them from getting sick from COVID-19.
WCHD said that it will take some time for residents to find out when and how they can be vaccinated.
Any organization with a licensed health care professional on staff can participate in this program.
As of Sunday, the county has 53,165 COVID-19 cases, which is an increase of 891 since Dec. 30.
As of Friday, the county has a rate of 11 percent, according to the Illinois Department of Public Health.
As of Wednesday, the death toll stands at 719.
WCHD contact tracers have successfully interviewed 40 percent of residents with coronavirus between Aug.1- Dec. 19.
Patients across the U.S. continue to be admitted to the hospital for COVID-19.
The survey is only for Will County residents who wish to get the COVID-19 vaccine.
Eventually, CVS will provide vaccines to the public in its 10,000 pharmacy locations across the country.
According to IDPH data, coronavirus positivity however has decreased across all three zip codes in the village.
The pharmacy technicians are crucial public health partners for increasing access and convenience of COVID-19 vaccines, the company said.