A new study by Northwestern Medicine highlights the impact of long Covid on patients.
Illinois is experiencing a surge in respiratory viruses, including COVID-19, flu, and RSV.
The Illinois Department of Public Health has reported an increase in hospitalizations across 44 counties.
Illinois is currently experiencing a surge in respiratory viruses, including COVID-19, flu, and RSV, as reported by the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH). The department has noted an increase in hospitalizations across 44 counties in the state, with a 20% rise in COVID-19 hospitalizations during the week of November 25. This has led to concerns about the limited capacity of pediatric ICUs.
To provide the public with the latest data on hospital visits and trends, IDPH has launched a weekly Infectious Respiratory Disease Surveillance Dashboard. The Illinois Department of Human Services' State-Operated Developmental Centers is also ramping up COVID testing and infection-prevention policies due to an outbreak among residents and staff.
In addition to the rise in respiratory viruses, a new study by Northwestern Medicine has highlighted the impact of long Covid on patients. The study provides valuable insights into the long-term effects of the virus and the challenges faced by patients in their recovery process.
Public health officials are urging residents to stay up-to-date on vaccinations and to make use of the free at-home COVID-19 tests available. They are also providing treatment options and resources to help manage the surge in cases. As the holiday season approaches, these measures are seen as crucial in controlling the spread of the viruses and ensuring the health and safety of the public.
The Illinois Department of Human Services' State-Operated Developmental Centers will ramp up COVID testing and infection-prevention policies due to an outbreak among residents and staff.
