The state of Illinois currently has four healthcare territories grappling with additional coronavirus reduction restrictions as a result of elevated positivity rates, but some other territories could potentially see those regulations in place as well. Those territories include Chicago, along with Region Region, which includes McHenry and Lake Counties. Here …
Read More »More Illinois territories could soon face coronavirus sanctions amid a surge in cases – NBC Chicago
As coronavirus cases and positivity rates increase in the state, new reduction regulations may have to be faced in other regions to prevent the spread of the virus. According to the Illinois Department of Public Health, Region 10, located in southwestern Illinois near St. Louis, has seen its positive rate …
Read More »Indoor dining, bar service suspended in 4 suburban counties amid new COVID-19 restrictions – NBC Chicago
Residents of four suburban counties will see the revised coronavirus ban implemented on Friday, as the state’s healthcare management sectors Reg and 8 have exceeded the %% positivity rate threshold for three consecutive days. Government of Illinois. JB Pritzker made the announcement during his daily coronavirus press briefing on Tuesday …
Read More »Officials Urge Illinois Residents to Fight COVID-19 Fatigue – NBC Chicago
With coronavirus cases and positivity rates on the rise in the state of Illinois, officials are urging residents not to let their guard down in the fight to stop the spread of the virus. Speaking during a press conference Monday, Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker urged residents to back up their …
Read More »New coronavirus sanctions take effect Thursday in Illinois Region 5, says Pritzker – NBC Chicago
As coronavirus cases continue to increase in the state of Illinois, an enhanced reduction strategy may be put in place as a result of the increasing positivity rates in three different healthcare sectors. Region 5, located in southeastern Illinois, has crossed the 8% threshold for its seven-day positivity rate for …
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