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30 Days of Public Health

Each April, IDPH highlights the work happening across the state to protect and improve community health. Through our 30 Days of Public Health campaign, we share stories from the people behind the work – public health professionals, partners, and communities working every day to prevent disease, promote healthier environments, and prepare Illinois for future health challenges.

This year’s campaign features a new public service announcement along with creative work from across the department, showcasing the many ways public health impacts daily life.

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The campaign reflects IDPH’s mission of protecting your health today, and preparing you for tomorrow.

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IDPH Director Dr. Sameer Vohra provides information to public health colleagues and the general public on current issues impacting the health and wellbeing of Illinoisans.

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At IDPH, we are committed to providing clear, accurate, and timely health information to the people of Illinois. Our communications team works alongside scientists, physicians, and public health experts to translate complex health information into guidance that is easy to understand and useful in everyday life.

We believe everyone deserves access to reliable health information, so we work to make our messaging accessible, transparent, and relevant to communities across the state.

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