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Family Connects Chicago
Power to the Parent
Newborn in the home? Receive an in-home nurse visit at no additional cost to you.*
*Available at select Chicago hospitals during pilot phase
Resources for a Healthier Chicago
The Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) partners with federal and local agencies to provide free and low-cost services for families like yours. It’s all part of our commitment to provide quality healthcare access for every resident—no matter where you live.
Lead Poisoning Prevention
Lead exposure in the home can lead to developmental and other health issues in children. Find resources to help make your home safer for you and your children.
Oral Health Program
Tooth decay affects lower-income and minority children at higher rates. We work with local oral-health providers to provide screenings and dental exams to Chicago-area students.
CDPH Vision Program
The Chicago Department of Public Health partners with Chicago Public Schools to provide vision exams and eyeglasses to all students as they have need.
Early Learning
Starting your child’s learning early gives them the best possible chances for a bright, successful future. Jumpstart your child’s education with Chicago Early Learning.
Mental Health Specialty Clinics
For Chicago residents without insurance, CDPH provides clinical mental health services in 6 clinics throughout the city.
Nursing Support for Families
Households with newborns may qualify for a visit from a registered nurse around 3 weeks after birth with Family Connects Chicago.
STI Specialty Clinic
CDPH provides free testing and treatment for sexually transmitted infections (STIs) at clinics in Roseland, Austin, and Lakeview.
Vaccine Clinics
CDPH has five immunization clinics throughout the city, providing vaccines at no charge to children 0–18 and flu shots for adults.
COVID-19 Vaccination
Vaccination is important to protect pregnant women and children. Learn more about where to get your free vaccine.
Pregnant? Know and go
As soon as you know you’re pregnant, it’s important to get care for you and your baby.
Protect Your Baby from Congenital Syphilis
Congenital syphilis can be transmitted from mother to child during pregnancy and/or delivery and can cause birth defects or infant death. Find out about testing and treatment.
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Health Data and Reporting
This website is regularly updated to include current data and reporting on key public health indicators. For an interactive atlas of Chicago-area health statistics, visit ChicagoHeatlhAtlas.org.
Maternal Morbidity & Mortality in Chicago (2019)
Teen Birth Rate (2010-2015)
Birth Rate (2010-2015)
Low Birth Weight (2010-2015)
