IDPH Issues Warning That COVID-19 Cases Are Slowly Rising In Parts Of Illinois

The Illinois Department of Public Health is issuing a warning that COVID-19 cases are slowly rising in many areas of the state. Health officials say the public should pay close attention to conditions in their local communities and stay up-to-date on their vaccination status. Hospitalizations and deaths tied to COVID are stable. The State of Illinois is ready to respond in the event of another surge. Illinois’ Former Top Health Official Finds New Job The former head of the Illinois Department of Public Health has a new job. Dr. Ngozi Ezike has been named the new President and CEO of Sinai Chicago hospital network. She will begin her new position June 13th, replacing Karen Teitelbaum, who has led the system for 15 years. Ezike stepped down last month as Illinois’ health director after guiding the state’s response to the COVID-19 outbreak.