IDPH | Illinois Department of Public Health

Wildfire smoke continues to fill across the region and is causing very poor air quality in addition to reduced visibilities. See the PDF (document.airnow.gov/air-quality-gu…) from the IL EPA for tips on staying safe and airnow.gov for the latest air quality info. #ILwx #INwx

One more reminder: 🧼 Wash your hands before handling produce. 🥩 Keep produce separate from raw meat and seafood. 🧊 Refrigerate cut or cooked fruits and vegetables within 2 hours.

Most healthy people recover in 1–2 weeks with rest and fluids, but diarrhea can come and go for a month or longer. Some people may need prescription antibiotics. If you think you have cyclosporiasis, contact your health care provider.

explosive diarrhea-causing parasites being destroyed when you cook produce to at least 158°F

⚠️ Hydration checkpoint. Drink some water. Find some shade or AC. Check on your people. More heat safety tips: keepcool.illinois.gov

All of Illinois is either under a heat advisory or an extreme heat watch. This kind of weather can cause heat illnesses or even be fatal. Plan ahead to stay cool, and visit a cooling center, mall, or large store if your home isn't keeping you cool enough. keepcool.illinois.gov

Find cooling centers and more resources at keepcool.illinois.gov.

Good morning. It's hot out there. 🥵 Illinois is in for extreme heat this week. Stay hydrated, take breaks in the shade or air conditioning, and check in on neighbors, older adults, and anyone without reliable cooling.

Reminder: Replace your toothbrush. We know at least one of you needed to hear this.

This update builds on a 2023 standing order and is part of Illinois' ongoing efforts to expand access to reproductive health care and reduce barriers to care statewide. 📰 Learn more: dph.illinois.gov/resource-cente…

"Reproductive health care must be accessible, safe, timely, and centered around the needs of Illinois residents." — IDPH Director Dr. Sameer Vohra

Every person should be able to access reproductive health care when and where they need it. In Illinois, we're expanding access to contraception through trained pharmacists across the state. 🧵