Oak Park celebrates National Public Health Week Published on April 02, 2025 National Public Health Week runs from April 7-13, and this year's theme is "It Starts Here." In Oak Park, public health really does start with the Oak Park Public Health Department. Tagged as: , Public Health
April Epidemiology Update Published on April 01, 2025 With the arrival of spring and warmer weather, public health officials are closely monitoring the rise in infectious diseases, including measles, COVID-19 and seasonal flu. Tagged as: , Public Health
Social factors can play role in health of Arab Americans Published on April 01, 2025 In honor of Arab-American Heritage month, the Oak Park Public Health Department is highlighting the underrepresentation of Arab Americans in the health system and the current gaps in understanding their unique health needs. Tagged as: , Public Health
Health officials issue travel advisory related to measles outbreak Published on March 10, 2025 With the 2025 spring and summer travel season approaching, the CDC has issued a health advisory for those traveling to either Texas or New Mexico. Public health officials are highlighting that immunization is the most effective prevention measure to stop the spread of this highly contagious virus. Community members can contact the Oak Park Health Department with questions. Tagged as: , Community Safety, Public Health
Communicable disease updates: What you need to know this season Published on March 07, 2025 Information about flu, measles and H5N1 bird flu from the Oak Park Public Health Department. Tagged as: , Public Health
Public Health Department recognizes National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Published on March 03, 2025 On March 10, the Public Health Department will recognize National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day. Tagged as: , Public Health
Village conducting community health survey Published on February 24, 2025 The Public Health Department is conducting a community health survey this spring, and randomly selected Oak Park households will soon be receiving postcards and letters in the mail with information about how to complete the survey. Tagged as: , Public Health
This February, focus on heart health Published on February 03, 2025 February is American Heart Month, and the Oak Park Public Health Department is highlighting ways to maintain a healthy heart. Tagged as: , Public Health
Greg Olsen named Village of Oak Park Public Health Director Published on January 06, 2025 Village Manager Kevin J. Jackson announced that Greg Olsen, an experienced professional with a wealth of knowledge across the public health spectrum, has been named the Village of Oak Park’s Public Health Director following a comprehensive national search. Tagged as: , Media Releases, Public Health
Coyotes a permanent part of Oak Park life Published on January 03, 2025 With an estimated 30,000 coyotes currently living in Illinois, like it or not, coyotes are a permanent fixture in Oak Park. Tagged as: , Community Safety, Environment, Public Health
