COVID-19 News Stories

Paul Sambanis photo.

Steps to Improve Vaccine Distribution

Alumnus and professor Apostolis Sambanis told Crain's Chicago Business there is no firm answer as to whether a local or centralized approach to vaccination is preferable.

Jamie Slaughter-Acey photo.

Defector Analyzes Vaccine Distribution

Alumna Jamie Slaughter-Acey served as an expert commentator for the sports website's breakdown of COVID-19 vaccination problems in the United States.

A medical professional fills a needle with the COVID-19 vaccine solution in preparation for an inoculation.

Current State Immunization Laws and COVID-19

SPH researchers analyze current state laws on vaccinations for children attending school, analyzing how exemptions and opt-outs could impact COVID-19 vaccination efforts.

Conveyor belts at an Amazon warehouse in Baltimore, Maryland.

Amicus Brief: Supporting Amazon Warehouse Workers

SPH's Linda Forst is the co-author of an amicus brief that brings together nationwide occupational health experts in support of Amazon workers protesting pandemic work conditions.

Oak Park's drive through vaccination site.

Oak Park Plans Vaccine Distribution

Susan Buchanan, SPH professor and Oak Park village trustee, analyzed the village's drive-through vaccination plans for the Chicago Tribune and encouraged widespread access.

Four vials of the COVID-19 vaccine.

Analyzing January Infection Totals

Mark Dworkin explained in a Wall Street Journal story that vaccine distribution as new virus variants are spreading complicates the outlook for the COVID-19 virus in the U.S.

Linda Rae Murray talks with an SPH student.

Outpatient Plans for Mercy Hospital Rejected

SPH's Dr. Linda Rae Murray is a member of Illinois' Health Facilities and Services Review Board that rejected a proposal to close Mercy Hospital in Bronzeville.