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With surges in COVID-19 cases happening locally and around the country, testing before gathering for the holidays is critical. A variety of testing options are available for Champaign County residents. It is recommended to test as close as possible to your gathering and stay vigilant after testing. Community Based Testing at Market Place Mall (SouthContinue reading “Testing Schedule During the Holidays”

As we approach the year-end holidays, vaccinations, boosters, and testing continue to be critical to slowing the spread of COVID-19. The following statistics are provided by the Champaign-Urbana Public Health District on the status of cases and hospitalizations in Champaign County. Please continue to wear a mask indoors when in public settings. Get vaccinated, orContinue reading “Current COVID-19 Statistics in Champaign County”

The Champaign-Urbana Public Health District (CUPHD), in partnership with Carle Health, OSF HealthCare, Christie Clinic, Promise Healthcare, and the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign continue community-based COVID-19 booster and Pfizer pediatric vaccination clinics.  Illinois Conference Center off of St. Mary’s Road, Champaign Boosters only December 1st, 2nd, and 10th 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.  Walk-in; no appointment needed (Enter throughContinue reading “COVID-19 Booster and Pediatric Vaccinations Available”

Additional community vaccination clinics continue next week The Champaign-Urbana Public Health District (CUPHD), in partnership with Carle Health, OSF HealthCare, Christie Clinic, Promise Healthcare, and the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign are hosting additional community-based COVID-19 booster and Pfizer pediatric vaccination clinics next week.  Illinois Conference Center off of St. Mary’s Road, Champaign Boosters only November 22nd, 23rd, 30th; DecemberContinue reading “COVID-19 Booster and Pediatric Vaccinations Available”

Community vaccination clinics available by appointment for children age 5-11 The Champaign-Urbana Public Health District (CUPHD), in partnership with Carle Health, OSF HealthCare, Christie Clinic, Promise Healthcare, and the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign are hosting community-based COVID-19 Pfizer vaccination clinics for children age 5-11.  According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) news release, “In theContinue reading “Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine Now Available for Children”

Beginning Saturday, October 30, Parkland College’s SHIELD CU testing site will be located in the E building on Parkland’s main campus. As building access is restricted, the E building must be entered through door E1; use the B5 parking lot for closer access. Testing hours at the new site are: Monday, 8:30–11:30 a.m.; Tuesday, 8:30 a.m.–4 p.m.;Continue reading “Parkland College Shield CU Testing Moves to E Building”

Community vaccination clinics to begin next week for eligible individuals. The Champaign-Urbana Public Health District (CUPHD), in partnership with Carle Health, OSF HealthCare, Christie Clinic, Promise Healthcare, and the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign will be hosting community-based COVID-19 Pfizer booster vaccination clinics beginning next week.  According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), many ofContinue reading “Champaign County COVID-19 Pfizer Booster Vaccinations Available”

Stephens Family YMCA in Champaign, Illinois has announced it will offer free COVID-19 testing to the general public through a partnership with the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) and SHIELD Illinois. Members of the community, whether they are showing symptoms or not, can go to portal.shieldillinois.com to make an appointment. The testing site isContinue reading “Testing Site to Open at Stephen’s Family YMCA”

As we continue to manage the COVID-19 pandemic and the variants that are increasing cases, it’s important to test after an exposure or if you’re experiencing symptoms. Here’s a handy graphic on all the testing options available by the day in Champaign County. The best way to combat the pandemic is to get vaccinated. AllContinue reading “COVID-19 Testing Locations in Champaign County”

Governor Pritzker Announces COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement for Healthcare Workers, Pre-K-12 Teachers and Staff, Higher Education Personnel and Students  All Illinois Residents Required to Wear Masks Indoors, Regardless of Vaccination Status As COVID-19 infection and hospitalization rates across the state continue to increase, particularly in downstate communities with the lowest vaccination rates, Governor JB Pritzker andContinue reading “Mask Mandate Updates + COVID-19 Vaccine Requirements”