Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)

Lake County, Illinois Information

The Lake County Health Department has a dedicated team of staff working to protect public health during the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. We continue to use every available resource to protect the health of all who live, work, and play in Lake County.

For the most current status of the COVID-19 pandemic, please visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) COVID-19 and Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH): Coronavirus websites.

  1. Lake County Keeps More Kids in the Classroom with Test to Stay and Masking

    A new Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released today confirms that the Test to Stay (TTS) strategy can help keep kindergarten through grade 12 (K-12) students in the classroom. Additional Info...

  2. Lake County Vaccine Providers Administer Over 1 Million Doses of COVID-19 Vaccine

    The Lake County Health Department is pleased to share that Lake County vaccine providers have administered over 1 million doses of the COVID-19 vaccine to Lake County residents. Additional Info...

  3. COVID-19 Vaccine Eligibility Has Expanded to Children 5-11 Years Old

    The Health Department encourages parents to get their eligible children vaccinated to protect them from COVID-19. Read more

  4. Water Street Vaccination Site to Close on October 11

    As colder weather approaches, the Water Street location will close for vaccinations but remain open for testing through the Illinois Department of Public Health. Additional Info...

  5. Lake, McHenry counties encourage vaccination amidst high community transmission

    The Lake County Health Department and the McHenry County Department of Health want to remind residents that the best way to prevent COVID-19 infection and severe illness is to get vaccinated. Additional Info...
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Current Vaccination Phase

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AllVax Portal

Lake County AllVax Portal

Register for your COVID-19 vaccine.

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COVID-19 Vaccine

Learn about the COVID-19 vaccine, how to register for yours, and more.

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COVID-19 Testing

Find testing locations and criteria for Lake County, Illinois

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How to Protect Yourself and Others

Everyone has a role to play in keeping our communities healthy and safe

Answer the Call

Answer the Call

Learn about the Health Department’s efforts to identify and notify people who may have been exposed to COVID-19

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Community Guidance and Resources

Find information and resources for your community and/or organization to prepare and take action

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How to Get Help

Find resources to help yourself and your family during this unprecedented time

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How You Can Help

Help stop the spread of COVID-19 and other respiratory illnesses by following these steps.

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COVID-19 Service Modifications and Closures

Find service modification and closure information for Lake County Government

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Health Department Service Modifications and Closures

Find service modification and closure information for Community Health Centers

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COVID-19 FAQs

Find answers to questions you have about COVID-19 from the Health Department, IDPH, and CDC

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Communication Resources

Help share free resources including toolkits, fact sheets, flyers, posters, and videos

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  • COVID-19 in Lake County: Contact the Lake County Health Department at [email protected]    
  • COVID-19 and other communicable diseases: Contact the Lake County Health Department Communicable Disease program at (847) 377-8130
  • COVID-19 Vaccines in Lake County: Contact the Lake County Health Department at [email protected]
  • COVID-19 Relief and Recovery in Lake County: Contact Lake County Communications at (847) 377-2154 or [email protected]    
  • COVID-19 in Illinois: Contact the Illinois Department of Public Health at 1-800-889-3931 or [email protected]    
  • Phase 4 of the Restore Illinois Plan: Contact the Illinois Department of Public Health at 1-800-889-3931 or [email protected]    
  • Phase 4 Guidelines for Businesses: Contact the Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity at 1-800-252-2923 or [email protected].    

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