Chicago Public Health Department Loses $125M in COVID-19 Funding: What You Need to Know
The Chicago Department of Public Health has announced a significant loss of COVID-19 related grants, totaling $125M, due to a federal funding rescission. This decision, made by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, affects various COVID-19 programs and initiatives. The cut is part of a larger $11M reduction in federal funding, impacting public health services and pandemic response efforts. With the ongoing pandemic, this reduction in funding may have significant implications for COVID-19 testing, vaccination, and treatment programs in Chicago. The city's public health department is working to mitigate the effects of this funding cut, ensuring continued support for COVID-19 relief and healthcare services, including telehealth and contact tracing.
