Cook County health officials Sunday announced a new awareness campaign aimed at getting suburban residents to stay up to date with their COVID and flu vaccinations ahead of the holiday season.
The Boost Up campaign will run a series of ads throughout suburban"This message could not come at a better time," said Cook County Board President. "With the triple threat of COVID, seasonal flu and RSV looming, now is the best time to Boost Up, so you have full immunity before gathering with family and friends at Thanksgiving."
Officials also announced that 52 organizations have been awarded $8.4 million in Building Healthy Communities grant funding. The initiative provides various resources and programs to help stop the spread of COVID-19, as well as augment other community needs.
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