IDPH | Illinois Department of Public Health
@idph.bsky.social
Protecting health, improving lives.
⚠️ RECALL UPDATE: Hotline now available for parents and caregivers
If your child has symptoms of infant botulism, contact your doctor and your local health department immediately.
For all other recall questions, call the hotline: 833-398-2022
📞 Available daily, 7 AM–11 PM PST.
If your child has symptoms of infant botulism, contact your doctor and your local health department immediately.
For all other recall questions, call the hotline: 833-398-2022
📞 Available daily, 7 AM–11 PM PST.
November 20, 2025 at 2:35 PM
⚠️ RECALL UPDATE: Hotline now available for parents and caregivers
If your child has symptoms of infant botulism, contact your doctor and your local health department immediately.
For all other recall questions, call the hotline: 833-398-2022
📞 Available daily, 7 AM–11 PM PST.
If your child has symptoms of infant botulism, contact your doctor and your local health department immediately.
For all other recall questions, call the hotline: 833-398-2022
📞 Available daily, 7 AM–11 PM PST.
🚨 RECALL UPDATE: All ByHeart Nutrition Infant Formula products have been recalled. This includes every unexpired lot of formula cans and single-serve "anywhere" sticks. Do not use ByHeart formula until further notice.
November 12, 2025 at 8:34 PM
🚨 RECALL UPDATE: All ByHeart Nutrition Infant Formula products have been recalled. This includes every unexpired lot of formula cans and single-serve "anywhere" sticks. Do not use ByHeart formula until further notice.
November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month - a time to raise awareness and promote early detection.
🏥 Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in Illinois.
💨 Early screening saves lives.
Mark your calendar: National Lung Cancer Screening Day is Nov. 8.
🏥 Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in Illinois.
💨 Early screening saves lives.
Mark your calendar: National Lung Cancer Screening Day is Nov. 8.
November 4, 2025 at 7:07 PM
November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month - a time to raise awareness and promote early detection.
🏥 Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in Illinois.
💨 Early screening saves lives.
Mark your calendar: National Lung Cancer Screening Day is Nov. 8.
🏥 Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in Illinois.
💨 Early screening saves lives.
Mark your calendar: National Lung Cancer Screening Day is Nov. 8.
Misinformation is loud. Science is clear. ✅
Thanks @govpritzker.illinois.gov for making space for the truth.
Thanks @govpritzker.illinois.gov for making space for the truth.
October 1, 2025 at 9:12 PM
Misinformation is loud. Science is clear. ✅
Thanks @govpritzker.illinois.gov for making space for the truth.
Thanks @govpritzker.illinois.gov for making space for the truth.
Short questions. Clear answers. Zero debate.
October 1, 2025 at 8:13 PM
Short questions. Clear answers. Zero debate.
All Illinoisans deserve credible, transparent, science-based vaccine guidance. IDPH's recommendations ensure that residents can protect themselves and their family members this respiratory virus season.
September 23, 2025 at 7:06 PM
All Illinoisans deserve credible, transparent, science-based vaccine guidance. IDPH's recommendations ensure that residents can protect themselves and their family members this respiratory virus season.
In Illinois, most cases are detected in nursing homes and in the Chicagoland area, but cases are starting to appear in counties across the state.
September 16, 2025 at 1:55 PM
In Illinois, most cases are detected in nursing homes and in the Chicagoland area, but cases are starting to appear in counties across the state.
🚨 Unhealthy air alert for much of Illinois today due to wildfire smoke. The AQI is in the red (unhealthy) zone for many counties, meaning everyone should take steps to protect their health - especially those with heart/lung conditions, kids, and outdoor workers. 👇
July 31, 2025 at 4:42 PM
🚨 Unhealthy air alert for much of Illinois today due to wildfire smoke. The AQI is in the red (unhealthy) zone for many counties, meaning everyone should take steps to protect their health - especially those with heart/lung conditions, kids, and outdoor workers. 👇
Vaccines are an easy and safe addition to everything you’re already doing to keep your children safe.
Schedule that doctor’s appointment today! | @illinoisaap.bsky.social
Schedule that doctor’s appointment today! | @illinoisaap.bsky.social
July 29, 2025 at 8:38 PM
Vaccines are an easy and safe addition to everything you’re already doing to keep your children safe.
Schedule that doctor’s appointment today! | @illinoisaap.bsky.social
Schedule that doctor’s appointment today! | @illinoisaap.bsky.social
Not sure whether your child is up to date on their vaccinations? Call their doctor today to find out!
July 25, 2025 at 2:23 PM
Not sure whether your child is up to date on their vaccinations? Call their doctor today to find out!
When your child misses school, they miss out on assignments, time with others, and important lessons.
Help your child avoid having to stay home. Schedule their required vaccinations today.
Help your child avoid having to stay home. Schedule their required vaccinations today.
July 23, 2025 at 1:13 PM
When your child misses school, they miss out on assignments, time with others, and important lessons.
Help your child avoid having to stay home. Schedule their required vaccinations today.
Help your child avoid having to stay home. Schedule their required vaccinations today.
🚨 Recall alert:
Deep brand frozen sprouted beans sold in Illinois have been recalled due to Salmonella risk.
🛑 Do not eat - toss or return
View complete details and lot codes at: www.cdc.gov/salmonella/o...
Deep brand frozen sprouted beans sold in Illinois have been recalled due to Salmonella risk.
🛑 Do not eat - toss or return
View complete details and lot codes at: www.cdc.gov/salmonella/o...
July 17, 2025 at 2:12 PM
🚨 Recall alert:
Deep brand frozen sprouted beans sold in Illinois have been recalled due to Salmonella risk.
🛑 Do not eat - toss or return
View complete details and lot codes at: www.cdc.gov/salmonella/o...
Deep brand frozen sprouted beans sold in Illinois have been recalled due to Salmonella risk.
🛑 Do not eat - toss or return
View complete details and lot codes at: www.cdc.gov/salmonella/o...
IDPH Director Dr. Sameer Vohra joined @cbschicago.bsky.social on the big screen to discuss the future of rural hospitals under Medicaid changes in the “One Big Beautiful Bill.” 9 rural hospitals in Illinois are at risk of closing.
📺Watch the full clip: www.cbsnews.com/chicago/vide...
📺Watch the full clip: www.cbsnews.com/chicago/vide...
July 16, 2025 at 5:52 PM
IDPH Director Dr. Sameer Vohra joined @cbschicago.bsky.social on the big screen to discuss the future of rural hospitals under Medicaid changes in the “One Big Beautiful Bill.” 9 rural hospitals in Illinois are at risk of closing.
📺Watch the full clip: www.cbsnews.com/chicago/vide...
📺Watch the full clip: www.cbsnews.com/chicago/vide...
stop glamorizing the grind, start glamorizing good sleep hygiene, a consistent bedtime, and a lower risk of health conditions linked to lack of sleep
July 15, 2025 at 12:48 PM
stop glamorizing the grind, start glamorizing good sleep hygiene, a consistent bedtime, and a lower risk of health conditions linked to lack of sleep
I couldn’t help but wonder... if we can commit to brunch every Sunday, can we also commit to wearing sunscreen every day?
July 10, 2025 at 1:12 PM
I couldn’t help but wonder... if we can commit to brunch every Sunday, can we also commit to wearing sunscreen every day?
Make sure you're cooking your meats to a safe temperature this weekend.
➡️Beef, lamb, pork, and fish: 145°
➡️Ground meats: 160°
➡️Poultry: 165°
➡️Beef, lamb, pork, and fish: 145°
➡️Ground meats: 160°
➡️Poultry: 165°
July 3, 2025 at 6:50 PM
Make sure you're cooking your meats to a safe temperature this weekend.
➡️Beef, lamb, pork, and fish: 145°
➡️Ground meats: 160°
➡️Poultry: 165°
➡️Beef, lamb, pork, and fish: 145°
➡️Ground meats: 160°
➡️Poultry: 165°
Knowing your HIV status gives you powerful information to protect your health – but the only way to know your status is to get tested. This National HIV Testing Day, make it a priority.
June 27, 2025 at 1:21 PM
Knowing your HIV status gives you powerful information to protect your health – but the only way to know your status is to get tested. This National HIV Testing Day, make it a priority.
me trying to figure out what’s real and what’s misinformation when it comes to public health
June 24, 2025 at 12:37 PM
me trying to figure out what’s real and what’s misinformation when it comes to public health
🔥 High heat alert in Central IL!
Hydrate often, dress in light clothing, stay in air-conditioned spaces, and check in on others.
Find tips and resources at keepcool.illinois.gov
Hydrate often, dress in light clothing, stay in air-conditioned spaces, and check in on others.
Find tips and resources at keepcool.illinois.gov
June 20, 2025 at 3:22 PM
🔥 High heat alert in Central IL!
Hydrate often, dress in light clothing, stay in air-conditioned spaces, and check in on others.
Find tips and resources at keepcool.illinois.gov
Hydrate often, dress in light clothing, stay in air-conditioned spaces, and check in on others.
Find tips and resources at keepcool.illinois.gov
📰 State of Illinois Teams with @rushmedical.bsky.social & @luriechildrens.bsky.social to Establish Elite Special Pathogen Treatment Centers
We're providing two hospitals $1.5M to upgrade capacity to treat patients infected with high-consequence pathogens. Read more: dph.illinois.gov/resource-cen...
We're providing two hospitals $1.5M to upgrade capacity to treat patients infected with high-consequence pathogens. Read more: dph.illinois.gov/resource-cen...
June 10, 2025 at 5:02 PM
📰 State of Illinois Teams with @rushmedical.bsky.social & @luriechildrens.bsky.social to Establish Elite Special Pathogen Treatment Centers
We're providing two hospitals $1.5M to upgrade capacity to treat patients infected with high-consequence pathogens. Read more: dph.illinois.gov/resource-cen...
We're providing two hospitals $1.5M to upgrade capacity to treat patients infected with high-consequence pathogens. Read more: dph.illinois.gov/resource-cen...
talked about my mental health instead of trying to carry it all myself
June 10, 2025 at 1:13 PM
talked about my mental health instead of trying to carry it all myself
🚨 Recalled eggs from August Egg Company were distributed in Illinois. Check yours and stay safe!
More details at: www.fda.gov/safety/recal...
More details at: www.fda.gov/safety/recal...
June 9, 2025 at 5:35 PM
🚨 Recalled eggs from August Egg Company were distributed in Illinois. Check yours and stay safe!
More details at: www.fda.gov/safety/recal...
More details at: www.fda.gov/safety/recal...
your brain when you get enough sleep, eat well, stay active, and play the NYT daily mini crossword
June 9, 2025 at 1:05 PM
your brain when you get enough sleep, eat well, stay active, and play the NYT daily mini crossword
🚨 Wildfire smoke is drifting into parts of Illinois today.
It can impact anyone's health - know the risks and how to protect yourself: dph.illinois.gov/topics-servi...
It can impact anyone's health - know the risks and how to protect yourself: dph.illinois.gov/topics-servi...
May 30, 2025 at 3:12 PM
🚨 Wildfire smoke is drifting into parts of Illinois today.
It can impact anyone's health - know the risks and how to protect yourself: dph.illinois.gov/topics-servi...
It can impact anyone's health - know the risks and how to protect yourself: dph.illinois.gov/topics-servi...
Let’s talk public health. No question is off limits.
Our Director is answering your questions on an upcoming episode of This Is Public Health.
📩 Email us at [email protected]
Our Director is answering your questions on an upcoming episode of This Is Public Health.
📩 Email us at [email protected]
May 27, 2025 at 5:13 PM
Let’s talk public health. No question is off limits.
Our Director is answering your questions on an upcoming episode of This Is Public Health.
📩 Email us at [email protected]
Our Director is answering your questions on an upcoming episode of This Is Public Health.
📩 Email us at [email protected]