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Investigating New York's 'Breathtaking' Outbreak

Posted on March 25, 2020

SPH's Dr. Mark Dworkin was featured in an Associated Press article on the speed and depth of the COVID-19 outbreak in New York City and the challenges for government leaders.

A class takes place at Ngoli Day Secondary School in Zambia's Northern Province.

Alumna Collaborates on Public Health Initiatives in Zambia

Robert Schroeder | Posted on March 25, 2020

Sarah Lomahan, BA in Public Health '15, engaged in a global health experience with the Peace Corps, collaborating on malaria prevention and the construction of a secondary school.

Governor Pritzker announces the shelter-in-place order at a press conference.

Policy Brief: Analyzing Illinois' Shelter-in-Place Order

Timothy Jostrand, MPH in Health Policy and Administration '19 | Posted on March 24, 2020

A new policy brief analyzes the impact of Governor Pritzker's shelter-in-place order and its effects on the transmission of COVID-19.

In the News: Why the Coronavirus is Worse than the Flu and When to Seek Medical Attention

Posted on March 24, 2020

Dr. Maximo Brito, MPH in Epidemiology '10 was interviewed by Chicago Health Magazine on the differences between seasonal flu and COVID-19.

A chart showing estimated versus diagnosed cases of COVID-19 in Chicago.

Estimating Undetected COVID-19 Cases in Chicago

Jiehuan Sun and Sage Kim, HPA593 Social Vulnerability Group | Posted on March 23, 2020

SPH researchers Sage Kim and Jiehuan Sun use biostatistical modeling to estimate how widespread COVID-19 is in Chicago.

Edward Hospital in Chicago's west suburbs.

Suburban hospitals add rooms, beds for COVID-19 patients - will they be enough?

Posted on March 23, 2020

The Daily Herald interviews SPH's Dr. Ron Hershow on efforts to prepare for an influx of COVID-19 patients in the western suburbs.

Hikers pause to observe the lakefront in parkland along Lake Michigan, with Chicago's skyline in the background.

Podcast: COVID-19 and Outdoor Recreation

Posted on March 21, 2020

Dr. Ron Hershow was the featured guest on the "Teach Me About the Great Lakes" podcast discussing outdoor recreation and social distancing during COVID-19.

A chart tracking COVID-19 infections in Chicago and major policy decisions.

Policy Brief: Policy Impacts on the Spread of COVID-19

Tim Jostrand, MPH in Health Policy and Administration '19 | Posted on March 20, 2020

Policy implementations in Illinois to promote social distancing during the COVID-19 pandemic are designed to curtail the spread rate. However, the benefits will not be seen immediately.

Senator Chuck Schumer speaks with Congressional colleagues while addressing the media on the details of a paid sick leave bill.

Policy Brief: Why Paid Sick Leave is an Effective Treatment Against Coronavirus COVID-19

UIC Center for Healthy Work | Posted on March 20, 2020

Providing all Americans with access to paid sick leave should slow the spread of COVID-19 by encouraging more Americans to stay home when sick.

A nurse steps into a portable hospital tent set up in a parking lot in Naperville, Illinois.

How Illinois hospitals are preparing for a flood of COVID-19 patients

Posted on March 19, 2020

Dr. Mark Dworkin was featured in an analysis by the Chicago Tribune on preparations by Illinois hospitals for an influx of COVID-19 patients.