Cook County Health

Wishing all a joyful Eid, filled with happiness and good health.

March 19 is Certified Nurses Day. Cook County Health recognizes the nurses who contribute to better patient outcomes through national board certification in their specialty. Thank you for your dedication.If you're interested in joining our team, visit cookcountyhealth.org/careers

Join us on March 26, for a chance to blend movement and community engagement! This doctor-led walking group is a safe, fun, and FREE community event where you’ll take a walk (or roll) at your own pace, learn about a health topic, and meet new people. cookcountyhealth.org/walk

Cook County Health has been named in Becker's Healthcare's "93 hospital and health system simulation and education programs to know" list! Congratulations to the SIM lab team! Check out the full list at the link beckershospitalreview.com/hospital-manag…

Celebrate March Madness! Serve these healthy, cheesy, chicken nachos while watching your favorite team. Crunchy goodness without the fat! This easy recipe comes together in just 20 minutes: healthecooks.com/recipe/healthy… #MarchMadnessPartyFood #HealthyNachos #MarchMadness

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Today marks 60 years since Stroger's Trauma and Burn Unit was established. Next month, we will formally recognize this outstanding team and the service they selflessly provide Cook County residents. Send a message of support or share a memory to anniversary@cookcountyhhs.org.

Lead can hide in paint and dust. See if your Cook County home qualifies for free lead-removal help: LeadSafeCookCounty.com

Atención estudiantes de medicina y de posgrado en el área de la salud: ¡Ya está abierta la convocatoria para la Beca del Hospital Provident! Las becas otorgan hasta $20,000. ¡Solicita tu beca antes del 19 de abril e invierte en tu futuro! cookcountyhealth.org/provident-scho…

Here’s a piece of Chicago history you may not know! 89 years ago, Cook County Hospital launched the first blood bank in the U.S., changing emergency care nationwide.🩸

Happy Nutrition Month! Healthy eating doesn’t have to be complicated. This 5-can salad turns pantry staples into a colorful, fiber-rich meal in minutes. 🥗  youtu.be/RTguHQmbW9c?si…

CCDPH is providing free flu and COVID-19 shots on Saturday 3/14 from 8AM to 4PM at the Cottage Grove Health Center (1645 S. Cottage Grove Ave., Ford Heights, IL). Available for everyone 6 months+, regardless of insurance or immigration status. bit.ly/saturdayclinics

Join us on Sunday, March 22nd as we empower women’s health through HIV prevention, education, stigma reduction and on-site testing.

Spring Allergy season is coming! Now is the time to ask the doctor or pharmacist if it's a good idea to start allergy medications early. #AllergyAwareness #Allergies

The Provident Scholarship application is now open! Awards up to $20,000 available for medical and allied health students who are from, and dedicated to serving, underrepresented communities in Cook County. Apply now and invest in your future! cookcountyhealth.org/provident-scho…

Your kidneys act like your body’s natural filter. They clean your blood, remove waste, and help keep your body in balance. Small, everyday choices can help keep them healthy. Learn more at cookcountyhealth.org

Cook County Health atiende a todos los residentes, independientemente de su estatus migratorio. Aquí todos son bienvenidos. cookcountyhealth.org/press-release/…

LIVE NOW: Cook County Health joins County leaders to celebrate the launch of the fifth year of the Providential Hospital Scholarship Fund, which has supported nearly 300 local students pursuing careers in health care. youtube.com/live/plf9g7gL6…

CountyCare and CountyCare Access members are welcome. Questions? Call 312-864-7333. Beware of scams. Illinois will never ask you for money to renew or apply for Medicaid. Report scams to the fraud report website or the Medicaid fraud hotline at 1-844-453-7283/1-844-ILFRAUD

Need help renewing your Medicaid? CountyCare is here for you! Attend a redetermination event to: - Get help with your paperwork - Receive a free box of fresh fruit and vegetables - Meet with a care coordinator