Friday, March 12, 2021 ● Volume 1, Issue 53
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Over 10 Percent of DuPage County Residents Are Now Fully Vaccinated |
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Over 289,298 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been administered to DuPage County residents, and 185,818 residents have received at least one dose of vaccine as of today, Mar. 12. Of those vaccinated, 103,480 people, or 11.14 percent of DuPage County residents, are fully vaccinated. This represents the administration of 59,049 doses of vaccine in the past week to DuPage County residents.
This week, DuPage County Health Department (DCHD) received 15,330 first doses of COVID-19 vaccines. From this allocation, 4,710 doses were distributed to medical practices, 200 doses were distributed to Federally Qualified Health Centers, 5,680 doses were distributed to hospitals, 600 doses were distributed to pharmacies, 1,500 doses were distributed to commercial vaccination service providers, 300 doses were distributed to urgent care providers, and 2,340 doses are supplying the DCHD Community Vaccination Clinic. Additional county-specific vaccine data, including first dose allocations by week and allocations by provider type, are available on the COVID-19 Dashboard at COVID-19: DuPage County COVID-19 Dashboard. In addition to the 15,330 first doses allocated to DuPage County this week, retail pharmacies including Jewel, Mariano’s, and Walgreens are receiving approximately 13,600 doses this week directly from state and federal sources.
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“In spite of the relatively low volume of vaccine coming to DCHD and our provider network, we are effectively moving through the current Phase 1b priority groups. Even with that, unless you’ve been successful in scheduling or receiving a vaccine, there is a sense of frustration. We understand that and continue to advocate for more doses of this lifesaving vaccine. We will soon be announcing our timeline for transitioning into the 1b Plus population, and want to assure people in the 1b groups that we will continue to target getting vaccine to you first. Let's please keep this positive momentum going so we can continue to prevent illness and save lives," said Karen Ayala, Executive Director of DuPage County Health Department.
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Upgraded COVID-19 Vaccine
Registration System
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DuPage County Health Department (DCHD) upgraded the COVID-19 vaccine registration system. The upgraded system will allow us to collect more information and confirm those registered are still interested in being vaccinated. If you received an email requesting additional information from DCHD, please submit your updated information with the unique link sent to you by Thursday, Mar. 18, 2021. As people are transferred to the new system, they will keep their place in line and be offered an appointment once it is their turn.
If you have any concerns about your registration status, please contact us at 630-682-7400.
Anyone seeking vaccine who lives or works in DuPage County, and was not registered with DCHD already may register on our website at www.dupagehealth.org/covid19vaccine, or call (630) 682-7400 for additional assistance and support.
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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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Avoid COVID-19 Vaccine Scams |
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Protect yourself from COVID-19 vaccine scams! Knows the signs of fraud and report it right away. You can report it immediately online or call 800-HHS-TIPS (800-447-8477). For more information, please visit oig.hhs.gov/coronavirus/fraud-alert-covid19.asp. |
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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.
I received a second e-mail from DCHD requesting more information. Is this a scam?
The email you received this week is not a scam and was only sent to people on our registration list who had not submitted the additional information requested. Last week DCHD upgraded our registration system. Everyone who was registered received an email last week with instructions on how to update their information in the new system. This update provides you with an opportunity to confirm your interest in being vaccinated or opt-out if you have already been vaccinated. If you do not complete the link by March 18, 2021, you will no longer receive appointment alerts from DuPage County Health Department.
If you have any concerns about your registration status, please call us at 630-682-7400 for assistance.
Will I lose my place in line after re-registering?
If you provide the additional information requested (using the unique link sent to you), you will not lose your place in line. People who are transferred from the previous registration list to the new one will keep their place in line and be offered an appointment once it is their turn.
I registered for a vaccine in early February and still haven't been contacted to schedule an appointment. Why?
An estimated 330,000 individuals in DuPage County are currently eligible as part of Phase 1a and 1b. Based on the unpredictable vaccine supply we receive each week; we expect it may take until May before everyone eligible for Phase 1a and 1b is offered an appointment.
As new appointments become available at DCHD’s vaccine clinic or through our partner healthcare providers, emails with instructions on how to schedule an appointment are sent to individuals on this list who indicated Phase 1a or 1b eligibility when registering for this list. Notifications are sent to groups of several hundred individuals in the order that they signed up for the list.
DCHD is one of many providers in DuPage County currently administering COVID-19 vaccine. These include healthcare providers and retail pharmacies. We encourage residents to explore all options to access vaccine, sign-up on multiple lists, and take advantage of the soonest appointment available to them. You can find other vaccination sites here coronavirus.illinois.gov/s/vaccination-location.
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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
(Flyer)
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Our Best Shot Against COVID-19 (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, March 12, 2021 ● Volume 1, Issue 53
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