Midseason Vaccine Coverage Report

CDPH has released its mid-season vaccine coverage report for the new year, taking stock of COVID-19 and flu vaccine uptake so far this respiratory season in Chicago. The report breaks down COVID and flu vaccine coverage by age group and community area and includes maps showing where coverage has fluctuated since the same time last year.

Overall, vaccine coverage is down from last year, but gains have been made among certain groups and in certain areas, including on the South and West Sides. All people 6 months and older can get updated flu and COVID vaccines. Vaccination is particularly important for infants and young children, seniors, immunocompromised people, and those who work or live with them.

Visit the CDPH website to see the full report and visit one of our immunization clinics to receive a COVID or flu vaccine, regardless of insurance status.

Stay Warm in the Cold This Weekend

Bundle up: Sub-zero temperatures are forecasted in Chicago and throughout the Midwest over the weekend and into next week.

The City of Chicago maintains warming centers on weekdays when temperatures are 32 degrees and below, and libraries and Chicago Parks District facilities are open for those who need shelter from the cold. If you're in need of non-emergency health or social support, call 3-1-1 for help.

Here are some additional tips on how to stay warm & safe:

• Wear several layers of loose, warm clothing, paying special attention to keeping your head, ears, hands and feet warm.
• Wear a hat, scarf, and gloves.
• Stay as dry as possible - being wet makes your body lose heat much faster than normal.
• Avoid alcoholic beverages, as alcohol dilates blood vessels, which makes the body lose heat faster.
• Use caution when using electric heaters and clear the area of clothing and blankets.
• Gas ovens and burners should never be used to heat your home.
• Naloxone/Narcan freezes below 5 degrees Fahrenheit. If someone is experiencing an overdose, do not wait for it to thaw, call 9-1-1.
• Avoid alcohol, as it can cause your body to lose heat more quickly.
• Use electric heaters with care—keep them clear of clothing and blankets.
• Never use gas ovens or burners to heat your home.

Let's start the new year by keeping ourselves and our neighbors safe and warm.

Violence Prevention RFP Now Open

CDPH is inviting Requests for Proposals (RFPs) from organizations to enhance trauma-informed victim services across the city. The initiative will expand support available to those affected by violence, by integrating existing community outreach efforts. The key aims will include building a network of victim support organizations in 15 priority areas, strengthening trauma-informed support for victims and survivors of violence, and promoting cohesion among initiatives to improve service delivery. Assistance, both practical and emotional, will focus on 11 of these community areas, and financial relief can be accessed through the Emergency Supplemental Victims Fund.

All suppliers are required to register under the iSupplier portal at www.cityofchicago.org/eProcurement prior to reviewing and submitting a proposal. Upon registering, organizations may review and respond to the RFP application here: City of Chicago eProcurement Solicitations.

The deadline for questions or concerns about proposals is Tuesday January 21, 2025, at 5 p.m. CST. All proposals are due no later than Monday, February 10, 2025, at noon.

Roseland Health Hub Ribbon Cutting Recap

Mayor Brandon Johnson was joined by 33rd Ward Alderman Rossana Rodriguez-Sanchez, CDPH Commissioner Dr. Olusimbo "Simbo" Ige, Sr. Director of Crisis Services Tiffany Patton-Burnside and Clinical Services Director Tammy Rutledge for the ribbon cutting ceremony for CDPH's Roseland East 115th Street Health Hub. The Health Hub officially opened to Roseland residents on Monday, December 23, 2024.

The Health Hub will focus on addressing emotional, traumatic, and behavioral challenges, expanding access to high-quality care and serving as a trusted resource for residents. The hub also offers sexual health services. This expansion reflects CDPH's continued commitment to fostering wellness and supporting the needs of Chicago's neighborhoods. The ribbon cutting marks a significant step towards improving health equity in the Roseland community.

For more information on the Roseland East 115th Street Health Hub, visit the CDPH website.

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