Illinois Department of Public Health

Illinois Department of Public Health promotes, protects and improves the health of Illinois citizens through the prevention and control of disease and injury. Oversees the state licensing, federal certification and complaint investigations of Illinois’ health care facilities.

Recent News About Illinois Department of Public Health

Illinois Department of Public Health Director Dr. Ngozi Ezike and Aurora mayor and GOP gubernatorial candidate Richard Irvin.

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GOP gubernatorial candidate Irvin's praise for Ezike may hurt him among Republicans

Aurora mayor Richard Irvin’s popularity with Republican voters may have taken another hit after a long-forgotten tweet noting his declaration of "Dr. Ezike Day" in honor of Illinois Department of Public Health Director Dr. Ngozi Ezike.

February 24, 2022