DuPage County Health Department Planning for Vaccine Distribution
The DuPage County Health Department has launched a COVID-19 vaccine website that features the latest information regarding the vaccine and plans for distribution, along with a listing of Frequently Asked Questions.
Sign-up HERE to receive the DuPage County Health Department's COVID-19 weekly update. This weekly email newsletter informs community partners and the general public of important updates related to the COVID-19 pandemic in DuPage County.
Read the most recent DuPage County Health Department COVID-19 Vaccine Weekly Update HERE.
Once you are signed up, you will begin to receive regular updates on the DuPage County Health Department's vaccination efforts which will include notices regarding appointment availability. Everyone interested in being vaccinated should sign up.
It is important to note the DuPage County Health Dept. (DCHD) is currently following guidance from the Federal and State government on the prioritization of vaccine allocation. DCHD is currently working to prioritize vaccinations in alignment with the Phase 1a recommendations from the CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) which includes healthcare personnel (HCP), as defined by CDC and further defined by the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH). HCP currently providing direct patient care services will receive top priority, pending vaccine supply.
Upon completion of Phase 1a, DCHD will continue to follow the guidance provided by IDPH to determine who is eligible during Phase 1b. DuPageCounty residents should visit the IDPH COVID-19 Mass Vaccination Planning Guide (Section 4) to confirm they are considered part of Phase 1b. DCHD estimates being approximately 2-3 weeks away from beginning to vaccinate Phase 1b individuals.