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.

Campaign Partners

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The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) Division of Patient Safety and Quality is collaborating with a workgroup on campaign planning and implementation. Members include:

In addition, we continue to coordinate closely with the Illinois Quality Improvement Organization, Telligen, and other members of its Healthcare Associated Infections (HAI) Prevention Advisory Council.

Making a difference in fighting antibiotic resistance in Illinois will require commitment and collaboration across professional associations, healthcare systems, healthcare plans, local health departments, pharmacies, schools, consumer groups, business associations, and other stakeholders. Interested groups can partner with us to promote appropriate antibiotic use, for example:

Share information about the campaign
Participate in the campaign workgroup
Provide resource support e.g., printing, marketing, filming, continuing education units
Educate the public or deliver presentations on appropriate antibiotic use to other groups
Participate in Get Smart about Antibiotics Week, a national observance held each November.

Partners will be recognized on the IDPH website.

To partner with us, email dph.dpsq@illinois.gov.