HIV/AIDS Program

...and anal fluids) to a mucous membrane or damaged tissue. HIV/AIDS is most commonly transferred during unprotected sex or injection drug use through syringes or needles. Pregnant mothers can also transfer HIV during pregnancy, birth or breastfeeding. Should I Get Tested? The CDC recommends everyone between the ages 13 and 64 be tested at least once in their lifetime. If...

Emergency Preservation & Resuscitation Trial (EPR)

...Such injuries may require surgical repair. In very rare situations, these injuries could lead to the loss of a limb. Use of cardiopulmonary bypass can cause a blood clot or air to enter the bloodstream. This could cause loss of blood flow to an important organ or a limb. • Hypothermia (cooling) can cause problems with the normal clotting system,...

Budget Information

...at the hearing; or Call 312-864-7606 to record your testimony to an audio file that can be played at the hearing. Submit testimony by August 22nd at 5:00 P.M. for August 23rd Public Hearing Submit testimony by August 24th at 1:00 P.M. for August 24th Public Hearing Written testimony and pre-recorded audio/video testimony shall not include the use of vulgar,...

Residency/Fellowship Confirmation

...your email submission, please visit the following website: https://www.promisepoint.com/cchhslogin and log in with your username (first and last name, all lowercase and no spaces) to complete the assignments. If you are still having trouble accessing or completing the assignments, email us at professionaled@cookcountyhhs.org Online Modules – Complete the online educational modules. As proof, please print the Infection Control certificate, and...

Employment Plan Office

...contact the Employment Plan Officer directly. You may also contact the CCH Chief Compliance & Privacy Officer. Kimberly Craft, Employment Plan Officer 1950 W. Polk St., 9th Floor Chicago, IL 60612 epo@cookcountyhhs.org (312) 864-0368 Nicole Almiro, Chief Compliance & Privacy Officer 1950 W. Polk St., Suite 9217 Chicago, IL 60612 Corporate Compliance Hotline: (866) 489-4949 To report a Political Contact...

Emergency Medicine Simulation

...in Chicago, Illinois. The Simulation Fellowship is comprised of three components: Education, Scholarship and Service. To find out more about Emergency Medicine Fellowship programs, please visit us here. Application Candidates must submit: Brief Personal Statement Curriculum Vitae Letter of Intent Three letters of recommendation Interviews will be scheduled after the applications have been reviewed. Rotations Fellows will learn how to...

Request Medical Records

...Medical Record Authorization Release – Polish Include a copy of a Valid Photo ID (passport, driver’s license, state ID or school ID). Note that a copy of a valid ID is required before processing. Your request can be mailed/fax or submitted in person at any of the following locations:  John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital* 1969 W. Ogden Ave., Room 1690...

Mpox Information

...individuals with multiple or anonymous sex partners. However, it is not limited to these individuals. Mpox is not as contagious as COVID-19 or the flu. The risk of spread is highest during oral sex, anal sex, vaginal sex, and other intimate contact such as hugging, kissing, cuddling and massage. The mpox virus is most often spread through: Direct, prolonged contact...

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