Kendall County Health News

Evidence of SARS-CoV-2 Infection in Returning Travelers from Wuhan, China
March 28, 2020
Read here about evidence of SARS-CoV-2 infection in returning travelers from Wuhan, China.

Category: 2020, Coronavirus COVID-19
Coronavirus Disease Update for Kendall County

The Kendall County Health Department (KCHD) is reporting 4 new cases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19). Two males between ages 20-40s and two females in their 60-70s tested positive for the coronavirus disease 2019. We are saddened to report the first death from coronavirus disease in Kendall County. This person is a male in his 60s […]

Category: 2020, Coronavirus COVID-19
Public Health Officials Announce 488 New Cases of Coronavirus Disease

Category: 2020, Coronavirus COVID-19
Helping Children Cope with Emergencies

Read Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidance on helping children cope with emergencies here.

Category: 2020, Coronavirus COVID-19
Coronavirus Community Resource Guide
March 27, 2020
View here the Coronavirus Community Resource Guide provided by Illinois’ 14th Congressional District Rep. Lauren Underwood.

Category: 2020, Coronavirus COVID-19
9 Cases of Coronavirus Disease in Kendall County

The Kendall County Health Department (KCHD) is reporting 1 new case of Coronavirus Disease (COVID19). A male in his 60s tested positive for the coronavirus disease 2019. This brings the total of Kendall County residents who have tested positive to 9 at this time. Taking care of your emotional health is of the upmost importance […]

Category: 2020, Coronavirus COVID-19
Coronavirus and Always Planning for Our Loved Ones
March 26, 2020

Category: 2020, Coronavirus COVID-19
Kendall County has 8 Cases of Coronavirus Disease

Category: 2020, Coronavirus COVID-19
Kendall County Health Dept. Director Gives Update on COVID-19 Response in Discussion With Representative Lauren Underwood

View here the virtual town hall discussion on COVID-19 response with 14th District Democratic Congresswoman Lauren Underwood and Kendall County Health Department Executive Director, Dr. Amaal Tokars.

Category: 2020, Coronavirus COVID-19
Grocery Shopping During COVID-19

Preventing Exposure While Grocery Shopping When possible, avoid shopping during peak hours to reduce large crowds. Use germicide (sanitizer) wipes or gel to wipe down carts and hands before and after use. Practice social distancing while shopping and standing in line, by standing at least 6ft from other shoppers. If possible avoid direct hand offs, […]

Category: 2020, Coronavirus COVID-19