A friendly reminder from CDPH: You can find free naloxone near you (https://chi.gov/4waIXhX) at all Chicago Public Library locations, in public health vending machines, in neighborhood newsstands, and at other sites around the city.

Good morning! New classes are being offered for this week's Healing Arts Chicago classes. 🎨 Register for free arts services (painting, poetry, yoga) at Chicago's Mental Health Centers at Chicago.gov/HealingArts. #HealingArts

Air Quality Alert for Friday, July 17: Air quality has reached emergency levels, increasing health risks for everyone. Limiting outdoor activity is strongly advised. Wear a properly fitting N95 or KN95 mask if you must be outside. For updates and guidance: chicago.gov/OpenAirChicago and AirNow.gov

La calidad del aire en Chicago se mantiene en la categoría peligrosa, lo que implica un alto riesgo para la salud de toda la población. Se recomienda limitar las actividades al aire libre. Para más información sobre la calidad del aire, visita: chicago.gov/OpenAirChicago + AirNow.gov

Chicago: TOMORROW, 7/17 again will be hot + air quality will be unhealthy for everyone. https://chi.gov/4f69pmC Chicagoans are advised: take precautions to limit your time outside, avoid strenuous activity when outdoors, and seek medical attention if health complications arise.

Chicago: TOMORROW, 7/16 will be hot + air quality will be unhealthy for everyone. All Chicagoans are advised to take precautions to limit their time outside, avoid strenuous activity when outdoors, and seek medical attention if health complications arise. https://chi.gov/4f69pmC

This week's Healing Arts Chicago classes are posted and taking new participants! Register for free arts services at Chicago’s Mental Health Centers at Chicago.gov/HealingArts. #HealingArts

Chicago temperatures are projected to reach the mid-90s this week. ☀️ Certain populations are more vulnerable to heat: those who are socially isolated, don't have air conditioning, are 65 years+, have a chronic disease, or are pregnant. Learn more: https://chi.gov/4opsdQQ

This Disability Pride, we celebrate the many ways Chicagoans contribute, create, & thrive. Read the Neighborhood Conditions for Adults with Disabilities in Chicago report (https://chi.gov/3RrSnpS), the 1st summary of data collected by Chicago to examine the needs of Chicagoans w/ disabilities.

The next Healing Arts Chicago session is starting! We’ll introduce you to the next cohort of artists very soon, but for now, sign up for a new session of free classes at Chicago.gov/HealingArts. #HealingArts #MentalHealth

Chicago, it's going to be in the 90s this week. Check out other heat preparedness tips and resources from CDPH at https://chi.gov/4opsdQQ

If you would like to know the warning signs of suicide and learn how you can help, join our next FREE virtual Question, Persuade, and Refer Training on Friday, June 26. 📅 Friday, June 26 🕰️ 11 AM-12:30 PM Register to attend at https://chi.gov/4rIMRLw

Today, CDPH celebrates Juneteenth. We celebrate this momentous day and honor those who fought to make freedom a reality! In commemoration of the holiday, CDPH clinics are closed. #Juneteenth

Chicago is living longer. ❤️ For the 4th year in a row, life expectancy has increased, reaching a record high in 2024. At the same time, the gap in life expectancy between Black and non-Black Chicagoans narrowed by 1.2 years. Read more: https://chi.gov/43JOkYB

PlayStreets Chicago is back! This summer, neighborhood streets across Chicago are turning into free, safe spaces where residents of all ages can move, have fun, and build community. Find upcoming events and recent event recaps by using hashtags: #PlayStreetsChicago #PlayStreets #PlayStreetsChi26

BREAKING: CDPH has confirmed the first West Nile virus (WNV)-positive mosquitoes in Chicago in 2026. No human cases of WNV have been reported in Illinois this year. For more information on how to protect yourself from mosquito bites and WNV, visit: https://chi.gov/4kFOTJN #WestNileVirus

CDPH has a few opportunities for mpox vaccinations in the next 2 weeks. Free mpox vaccine is available now at upcoming mpox events and CDPH Sexual Health Clinics across Chicago — no insurance needed, walk-ins welcome. 2 doses = full protection. Chicago.gov/mpox #Mpox

Yes, it's hot and humid in Chicago this week! Certain populations are more vulnerable to heat, incl. those who are socially isolated, don’t have AC, are 65+ years, have a chronic disease, or are pregnant. Get heat preparedness tips + resources from CDPH: https://chi.gov/4opsdQQ

Healing Arts Chicago offers a wide range of free arts services to support mental health and wellness at Chicago’s mental health clinics and health hubs. This week’s classes are the last for this session, so now’s the time to sign up! https://chi.gov/4kh69pt

On Wednesday, 6/10, a free fruit and vegetable distribution will take place at the Greater Lawn West 55th Street Clinic for WIC and Behavioral Health clients from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. If you’re in the area and are a WIC recipient, we’d love to see you at our monthly event.

Attention food industry professionals! A key food safety workshop in the 11th Ward, designed for business owners, restaurant operations, managers, and staff. Limited spots available! Register today. 致食品行业专业人士！ 专为企业主、餐厅运营人员、经理及员工设计的食品安全核心研讨会。名额有限！今天就抓紧报名吧 https://chi.gov/4uGO5Jy

Hablamos con Joabe Barbosa sobre salud mental y la actividad física, mientras cumple su misión de correr las calles de Chicago. Escucha el episodio: 🎧 https://chi.gov/4fOu5A8 💻 https://chi.gov/3RZuzcN

You might know Joabe Barbosa as the Brazilian guy who is trying to run every street in Chicago. Learn more about Joabe - why he runs, how exercise affects his mental well-being, and more - on a new episode of Healthy Chicago Podcast at https://chi.gov/4u5yEcP

Naloxone/Narcan is available at every Chicago Public Library, in public health vending machines, and many other sites around the city, including these newsstands in Humboldt Park and Albany Park. Visit bit.ly/FindNarcan to find publicly accessible naloxone in Chicago. #Naloxone #Narcan

REMINDER: Join us for Overdose Response Training on 5/28. Participants will learn how to administer naloxone, hear about the principles behind harm reduction, and be able to ask questions about how to effectively respond to an overdose IRL. Register at https://chi.gov/4dwN4hq

Join us for our next Overdose Response Training on 5/28. You will learn how to administer naloxone, hear about the principles behind harm reduction, and be able to ask questions about how to effectively respond to an overdose IRL. Register to attend at https://chi.gov/4dwN4hq

REMINDER: If you would like to know the warning signs of suicide and learn how you can help, join our next virtual Question, Persuade, and Refer (QPR) Training on Friday (TOMORROW), May 22. Register to attend at https://chi.gov/4rIMRLw #Training #PublicHealth

You may have seen Ebola in the news lately. The immediate risk to the general U.S. and Chicago public is LOW at this time. CDPH and our partners are prepared to respond in the unlikely event there is a potential case of Ebola in Chicago. Learn more at https://chi.gov/4nFFgNv

If you’re pregnant or a new mom looking for help, call or text the MOMS Line at 866-364-MOMS (6667) or the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline at 1-833-TLC-MAMA for support anytime. Take the first step, reach out, talk to someone, and know you are not alone. ❤️ #MaternalMentalHealthAwareness

Don’t miss out on a single moment this summer.🍧 Pride. Parades. Parties. All of it! The free mpox vaccine is available now at CDPH Sexual Health Clinics across Chicago — no insurance needed, walk-ins welcome. 2 doses = full protection. Start today. Chicago.gov/mpox #DontMissOut #Mpox

This coming week's Healing Arts Chicago schedule. 🗓️ Sign up for free classes near you: https://chi.gov/4kh69pt #Chicago #HealingArts #MentalHealth

Join us for the upcoming Mental Health Summit. The event will provide info and resources for those with loved ones struggling with mental health issues, how to handle mental health crises, + more. 📅 5/23 🕰️ 10 am-2 pm 📍 Kennedy-King College Register: https://chi.gov/49rvE2Y #MentalHealth

Tragically, about once a week in Cook County, a baby dies in their sleep. Listen to a new episode of Healthy Chicago Podcast and learn how we can all help keep babies safe. 💻 https://chi.gov/3PlbRv9 🎧 https://chi.gov/3PqezQ2 #PublicHealth #Podcast #Chicago

Good afternoon! We are hiring for three positions: 💼 Supervising Physician, Director of Crisis Services, and Student Internships in Marketing and Communications. Review the roles and apply at https://chi.gov/4wq83ts #Hiring #Jobs #Physician #Internship #CrisisServices

A rare form of hantavirus, called Andes virus, was recently detected among passengers on a Dutch cruise ship. CDPH continues to monitor the situation along with our state and federal partners, but risk to Chicagoans remains very low. #hantavirus

Did you know that CDPH + Greater Chicago Food Depository are partnering together to provide FREE fresh fruit and veggies on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at our Greater Lawn West 55th Street WIC. Next up: 📅 5/13/2026 🕰️ 9:30 - 11 a.m. 📍 Greater Lawn WIC Clinic (4150 W. 55th St.) chicago.gov/WIC

This week's Healing Arts Chicago schedule. 🗓️ Sign up for free classes near you: https://chi.gov/4kh69pt

As a part of our public heath partnerships with Cook County Health and @cdph.bsky.social, vending machines providing free Naloxone are currently available at six CTA rail stations.

¿Sabías que hay jóvenes que asesoran a líderes sobre salud mental? Hablamos con ellos sobre los retos actuales y por qué sus voces importan. 💻: https://chi.gov/4ngvLE7 🎧: https://chi.gov/4whd1bR

Today is International Harm Reduction Day, a great time to remind you that carrying naloxone can save lives. Find free naloxone near you at all @chipublib.bsky.social locations and sites around the city: https://chi.gov/4waIXhX #EndOverdose #Naloxone #HarmReduction

Happy Monday! Here is this week's Healing Arts Chicago schedule. 🗓️ 🎨 Sign up for free classes near you: https://chi.gov/4kh69pt

You might not be thinking about Mpox, but it’s thinking about you. Get your Mpox vaccination before summer at upcoming events and CDPH's sexual health specialty clinics (Chicago.gov/SexualHealth). #PublicHealth #Mpox #Vaccination

Visit jobreadyil.com and serve.illinois.gov to find training and volunteer opportunities that can help you meet SNAP work requirements and stay eligible for benefits.

On this episode of Healthy Chicago Podcast, Ayo and Charlotte, high school students and members of Mayor’s Youth Commission, join our Director of Behavioral Health Program Operations to raise awareness about mental health amongst Chicago’s youth. Listen: https://chi.gov/4eLcOas #PublicHealth

This week's Healing Arts Chicago schedule. 🗓️ Sign up for free classes near you: https://chi.gov/4kh69pt

Finally, on our last day of National Volunteer Week, we want to say “Thank You!” to all of the amazing MRC volunteers over the years. For those who would like to sign up to help strengthen Chicago, visit https://chi.gov/4s1kl9r. In the Organization section, select "Chicago Medical Reserve Corps."

REMINDER: If you would like to know the warning signs of suicide and learn how you can help, join our next virtual Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) Training on Friday (TOMORROW), April 24. Register to attend at https://chi.gov/4rIMRLw 📅 Friday, 4/24 🕰️ 11 AM-12:30 PM 📍 Virtual

Today, CDPH celebrates Earth Month! Here's how you can get involved: 👉 Engage w/ Open Air Chicago: https://chi.gov/4qliMRr 🌳 Request parkway trees: https://chi.gov/4sSOLKj ♻️ Recycle hazardous materials + unused electronics: https://chi.gov/4vNXtfy #EarthMonth #EarthDay

What is National Infant Immunization Week and why is it important? On a new episode of Healthy Chicago Podcast, CDPH nurses discuss why this yearly observance is crucial for children’s health. Watch: https://chi.gov/4vPUfrZ Listen: https://chi.gov/4u1vjvR #NationalInfantImmunizationWeek

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