Illinois Gets in Position to Address Future Public Health Emergencies
May 31, 2024
Following the COVID-19 pandemic, the State of Illinois conducted a study on its response to the emergency and what lessons could be learned for the next time.
The review produced an after-action report, State of Illinois Covid 19 Response Overview, and a response playbook, State of Illinois Public Health Emergency Preparedness, both intended to guide an all-government response to any potential public health crisis in the future.
In a nutshell, three key areas were identified for improving a future response:
- Improve preparedness
- Modernize systems
- Invest in communities and build trust
Governor Pritzker included an additional $28 million in funding in his Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Proposal to carry out the initiatives that are connected to preparing for any future public health emergencies.
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