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COVID-19 resurgence worries Illinois top public health doctor, who urges precautions

Gov. J.B. Pritzker says state officials believe COVID-19 variants are coming at the population so fast that vaccinations need to be opened up to all ages. SPRINGFIELD — Tempering good news about increased availability of COVID-19 vaccine in Illinois with the reality of rising COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations, the state s top doctor warned Thursday that the public should not let up on mask-wearing and social distancing. This resurgence is here, Dr. Ngozi Ezike, director of the Illinois Department of Public Health, said as she appeared with Gov. J.B. Pritzker at a vaccination site in the Chicago suburb of Forest Park.

Public Health Director: COVID Variants Are Likely Here

By WMAY Newsroom Photo: Kevin Hart/WMAY News Sangamon County’s public health director says it’s likely that COVID-19 variants are in the community, even though there have not been any direct confirmed cases in county residents. Gail O’Neill says random sampling conducted locally indicates the presence of COVID variants, which can be more contagious. O’Neill says overall she remains concerned about recent increases in local COVID cases and hospitalizations. 27-percent of Sangamon County residents are now fully vaccinated against the virus, but O’Neill says interest in the vaccine seems to have waned somewhat, and she’s encouraging unvaccinated people to take advantage of available appointments.

25% Of Sangamon County Now Fully Vaccinated

25% Of Sangamon County Now Fully Vaccinated
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