Friday, April 16, 2021 ● Volume 2, Issue 3
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More than One in Four DuPage County Residents Are Fully Vaccinated Against COVID-19 |
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As of today, 250,683, or 27 percent, of DuPage County residents have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19, and 385,076, or 41 percent, of residents have received at least one COVID-19 vaccine dose. Additionally, 85 percent of DuPage County residents ages 65 years and older have received at least one COVID-19 vaccine dose. In the past week, more than 68,697 vaccine doses were administered into the arms of DuPage County residents for a total of 635,759 doses administered to date.
“Today, we have reached an exciting community milestone in DuPage County’s COVID-19 vaccination efforts with one in four residents now fully vaccinated against COVID-19,” said Karen Ayala, Executive Director of DuPage County Health Department. “We are very grateful for everyone’s continued commitment to vaccinating eligible residents as quickly and equitably as possible. While we have made great progress, many more residents remain to be vaccinated. Until then, it remains critical for all of us, including those who are fully vaccinated, to continue to protect ourselves and others by wearing a mask, watching our distance, avoiding large in-person gatherings, and washing our hands frequently.”
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COVID-19 Transmission Increases in DuPage County |
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Over the past two weeks, the number of COVID-19 cases reported per day in DuPage County increased by 42 percent with a seven-day rolling average of 275 cases reported through Apr. 12. As of Apr. 10, the test positivity seven-day rolling average in DuPage County stands at seven percent. These increases indicate a rise in COVID-19 activity throughout the county. Of further concern, COVID-19-related hospitalizations are rising as well. Today, local hospitals reported 121 COVID-19 related hospitalizations in daily census reports, representing a more than doubling of daily hospitalizations and tripling of ICU admissions (now at 27) reported since Mar. 12.
The highest case increases are observed in youth aged 5-19 years as well as adults in the 20 to 39-year-old and 40 to 59-year-old age groups. Additionally, DCHD is closely monitoring reports of COVID-19 variants in the county. These variants are classified as COVID-19 variants of concern (VOC) as they spread more easily and quickly than other variants and likely cause more severe disease based on hospitalizations and case-fatality rates. Based on national and state-level genomic surveillance efforts to date, 65 cases of B.1.1.7, six cases of P.1, and three cases of B.1.427/B.1.429 variants have been identified in DuPage County. In Illinois, 794 cases of B.1.1.7, 164 cases of P.1, and 80 cases of B.1.427/429 variants have been reported as of Apr. 13.
“We are very concerned about this uptick and that our residents may have a false sense of security due to the vaccine now being available. While the number of people vaccinated increases every day, the fact is that the pandemic is not yet over, and we still have about 400,000 eligible residents to vaccinate in our county. We each have the ability and responsibility to keep each other safe and healthy, so we must continue to practice the preventive measures that will protect ourselves, our loved ones, and our community. Everyone, including those who have received a COVID-19 vaccine should continue to wear a mask, physically distance, avoid large in-person gatherings, and wash your hands,” shared Karen Ayala, Executive Director of DuPage County Health Department.
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Johnson & Johnson (Janssen) COVID-19 Vaccine Update |
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As of April 13, 2021, the DuPage County Health Department (DCHD) is pausing the use of the Johnson & Johnson (Janssen) COVID-19 vaccine following guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and as required by the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH). DCHD has shared the CDC and FDA recommendation with all COVID-19 vaccine providers who have received vaccine from DCHD. DCHD officials are closely monitoring this situation and learning more from IDPH and CDC.
The pause of the Johnson & Johnson (J&J) vaccine was done out of an abundance of caution due to six cases of a rare and severe type of blood clot in individuals who received the Johnson & Johnson vaccine in the United States, out of over 6.8 million doses given. Currently, there are no reported cases in DuPage County. These events appear to be extremely rare, and COVID-19 vaccine safety continues to be a top priority.
Based on CDC and FDA guidance, individuals who received the J&J vaccine who develop severe headache, abdominal pain, leg pain, or shortness of breath within three weeks after vaccination should contact their health care provider. Health care providers are asked to report adverse events to the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System at https://vaers.hhs.gov/reportevent.html.
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DuPage County COVID-19 Vaccine Champion Orbert Davis |
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“This is our shot DuPage, to get back to concerts, get back to churches, to get back to normal.” Emmy Award Winner, Orbert Davis, trusts the science behind the COVID-19 vaccine and encourages people to look at the facts and get vaccinated.
All DuPage County and Illinois residents ages 16 years and older can register for vaccination appointments in DuPage County at www.dupagehealth.org/covid19vaccineregistration, or call (630) 682-7400 if assistance is needed with registration. Learn more at www.dupagehealth.org/covid19vaccine.
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DuPage County COVID-19 Vaccine Data |
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The DuPage County Health Department, with the support of DuPage County GIS, has added an interactive COVID-19 Vaccine Data feature onto the DuPage County COVID-19 Dashboard. The vaccine feature provides information about vaccine providers, weekly vaccine allocations, and allocations by provider type throughout DuPage County. To view the DuPage County COVID-19 Dashboard, visit www.dupagehealth.org/covid19data.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Every week, the DuPage County Health Department will be sharing the most frequently asked questions (FAQ) about the coronavirus pandemic to help educate and inform county residents. For a list of additional FAQ, visit COVID-19: Frequently Asked Questions.
With the recent pause on the J&J vaccine, is the health department cancelling vaccination appointments?
The DuPage County Health Department is using the Pfizer vaccine for appointments that are scheduled at the DuPage County Community Vaccination Site. At this time, we do not anticipate having to cancel appointments. Our partners are also being asked to pause any use of the Johnson & Johnson/Janssen COVID-19 vaccine and use other vaccine brands if available until we receive the recommendation to resume.
I received the J&J vaccine recently; do I need to worry?
We understand that this news may cause concern. Millions of people have received the Johnson & Johnson vaccine with no serious side effects. Serious reactions are extremely rare. The CDC has shared that if you got the vaccine several weeks ago, the risk of a reaction is very low. People who have received the Johnson & Johnson vaccine who develop severe headache, abdominal pain, leg pain, or shortness of breath within three weeks after vaccination should contact their health care provider and share their recent vaccination history. Patients with other clinical questions should contact their health care provider.
How likely is it that someone would have an adverse reaction to J&J?
Adverse reactions to the vaccine are extremely rare. There were six reports of a rare type of blood clot called cerebral venous sinus thrombosis (CVST) in combination with low levels of blood platelets (thrombocytopenia) out of 6.8 million doses given in the United States using the Johnson & Johnson vaccine.
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COVID-19 VACCINE EDUCATION AND OUTREACH RESOURCES |
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COVID-19 Vaccine in DuPage County (Flyer)
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Facts about COVID-19 Vaccines
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About the COVID-19 Vaccines (Flyer)
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Our Best Shot Against COVID-19 (Video)
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DuPage County Community COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic (Video)
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COVID-19 Vaccine Call Center (Postcard)
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DuPage County COVID-19
Vaccine Information Available on Website
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The DuPage County Health Department (DCHD) has a COVID-19 Vaccine webpage for the public to stay informed on the latest information regarding vaccine planning in DuPage County. As more information becomes available, DCHD will share updates on its website and social media channels.
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Illinois Department of Public Health
COVID-19 Vaccine Administration Data
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COVID-19 vaccination data by county is now available through the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) website. Data include the number of doses administered, the vaccination rate per population, and what percent of the population is fully vaccinated. It is important to note that vaccine distribution figures are reported in real-time, while vaccine administration figures are reported with as much as a 72-hour lag. |
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COVID-19 ADDITIONAL RESOURCES |
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DuPage County COVID-19 Testing Sites |
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The DuPage County Health Department offers a community-based drive-thru testing site to residents. Anyone can be tested, and no appointment, doctor referral, or insurance is required. Visitors are encouraged to pre-register at testdirectly.com. Please note: Pre-registration does not guarantee testing or a place in line for that day.
1033 N. Villa Avenue, Villa Park, IL
Sunday - Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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Testing Site Locations in DuPage County |
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The DuPage County Health Department reminds residents that there are various COVID-19 testing locations throughout DuPage County. For a list of testing locations near you including CVS and Physicians Immediate Care, visit the IDPH Testing webpage.
Additionally, Walgreens also offers COVID-19 testing.
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Pillars Community Health
COVID-19 Testing in Willowbrook
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Pillars Community Health offers drive-up testing for COVID-19 across the street from Burr Ridge Middle School in Burr Ridge.
Testing is restricted to people who are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 or who have had a close contact with a confirmed exposure. Limited tests available; an appointment IS REQUIRED: Call
708-PILLARS (708-745-5277) and follow the prompts.
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VNA Health Care COVID-19 Testing |
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VNA Health Care offers COVID-19 testing by appointment only to new and existing patients with or without symptoms.
Community mobile testing clinics are also available in Bensenville and West Chicago through VNA Health Care.
VNA Mobile Clinic at St. Alexis Catholic Church
400 W Wood Ave, Bensenville, IL, 60106
VNA Mobile Clinic at St. Andrew's Church
155 N Prince Crossing Rd, West Chicago, IL, 60185
To schedule an appointment, call (630) 892-4355 or (847) 717-6455.
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Illinois COVID-19 Hotline and Email Address |
If you have questions about Coronavirus - Call the Illinois Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Hotline:
Both are available anytime, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
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Friday, April 16, 2021 ● Volume 2, Issue 3
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