Cook County Health wishes everyone a safe and healthy Labor Day! Today and every day, we appreciate our hard-working staff! All Cook County Health Community Health Centers will be closed today.

September is Thyroid Cancer Awareness Month. A simple neck check done by a medical professional during a routine appointment can detect a thyroid nodule. Learn more from the American Cancer Society: cancer.org/cancer/types/t…

Updated COVID vaccines were recently approved by the FDA and CDC. Dr. Sharon Welbel spoke with CBS 2 Chicago about what people should know about the vaccines and the recent uptick in COVID cases. youtube.com/watch?v=WoMnnN…

Cook County Health is joined by Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle to unveil the new community mural at the Englewood Health Center. facebook.com/share/v/f2QkBd…

Cook County Health is proud to partner with Vitalant to host two blood drives this month! Check out the flyers for more information.

The flavors of spicy buffalo sauce and creamy blue cheese meld together in this heart healthy recipe for buffalo chicken pizza: bit.ly/healthybuffalo… #cheesepizzaday #healthypizzarecipe

Congratulations to Aaron Galeener, Chief Administrative Officer, Health Plan Services, for being named a 2024 Power Hope Award Recipient by Care for Friends! careforfriends.org/powerhope_winn…

Improve cholesterol naturally by including more whole grains in meals, such as oatmeal, brown rice, quinoa and whole grain pasta. #cholesteroleducationmonth #wholegrainsmonth

Mark your calendars: 9/8 is the first annual #988Day! Be part of the movement happening nationwide to promote the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline and mental health support. Find more information about 988 Day and how you can get involved at samhsa.gov/988Day #988Lifeline

CCH joins other organizations on #988Day to help spread awareness about the #988Lifeline. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org.

September is #OvarianCancerAwarenessMonth. Early detection is key. If you are experiencing any of the following symptoms, make an appointment to talk to a doctor. Call 312-864-0200.

Is a friend or family member showing signs of depression? Talk to them openly and honestly about concerns so they know they’re not alone. #suicidepreventionday #suicideprevention

Cook County Health is proud to announce 4 new community murals, recently installed as part of its ongoing efforts to beautify the health system’s clinical spaces and strengthen engagement between its health care sites and the communities they serve. cookcountyhealth.org/press_releases…

Today, Cook County Health remembers those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001, and honors the heroes of that fateful day.

You're invited to join Cook County leaders for an important discussion about the future of Cook County programs funded by the American Rescue Plan Act. This is your chance to help decide which initiatives should continue beyond. Register now eventbrite.com/e/cook-county-…

Congratulations to Pamela Cassara, Cook County Health’s Chief Financial Officer, for getting recognized by Becker's Healthcare on their "Women Health System CFOs to Know" list! Read more at the link below beckershospitalreview.com/lists/156-wome…

This #EnvironmentalServicesWeek, Cook County Health recognizes the efforts of our hard-working custodial staff members. Thank you for all that you do!

DYK: regular physical activity like walking is one of the best things you can do. Join Commissioner Quezada, State Rep Guzzardi, and Alderman La Spata at Cook County Health's Walk With A Doc event on Saturday, September 21 at 12:30pm and take a STEP toward better health!

This gluten free brownie recipe is full of fudgy goodness the whole family can enjoy: bit.ly/gfbrownierecipe #celiacdisease #gfbrownies

Cook County Health is hiring! Join us on Friday, September 20 for Nursing and Pharmacy job fairs! Submit an online application prior to the event and visit the link below to find out more information. cookcountyhealth.org/join-our-team