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Measles cases are on the rise globally and here in Illinois the number is increasing as well. Vaccines are 97% effective in preventing this highly contagious disease.  To learn more about this infection and get information on vaccination, go to https://dph.illinois.gov/topics-services/diseases-and-conditions/diseases-a-z-list/measles.html.  Learn how to identify measles and the safe and effective vaccine that can prevent this potentially life-threatening infection for adults and children. 

Request for Information Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) Testing Operations in the State of Illinois

The State of Illinois, Department of Public Health (IDPH) is seeking information through the attached Request for Information (RFI) for setting and managing operations to drive the expansion of Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) testing for Illinois residents.  If you are interested in a potential public-private partnership with the State, please submit your electronic response to this RFI not later than Friday, May 1, 2020 at 5:00 pm. My email address is vicki.wilson@illinois.gov.