Illinois Offering Vaccine, Testing Through Holiday Season

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Illinois health officials are offering ways to help people stay safe while gathering with family and friends for the holidays. The state Department of Public Health has partnered with SHIELD Illinois to offer 20 free community COVID-19 rapid testing events throughout the state before the holidays. The state is also hosting more than 75 vaccination clinics through the holiday season. Details can be found on the state website.