COVID-19 Resource Center

Northwestern Medicine is a trusted source for accurate and up-to-date information regarding COVID-19.

As COVID-19 continues to be active in our state and across the country, Northwestern Medicine remains committed to delivering safe and effective care for patients who have been exposed to the virus as well as all other patients.

Believe in the Vaccine

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COVID-19 vaccination is key to ending the pandemic. If you have questions, trust Northwestern Medicine to give you the facts.

Learn why Northwestern Medicine believes in the vaccine

COVID-19 Vaccination and Treatments

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COVID-19 Public Vaccine Distribution

Find information on COVID-19 vaccine distribution and how to get your vaccination record:

Vaccine Safety Information

Find information on who should get the COVID-19 vaccine as well as answers to your questions about vaccine development and safety.

Northwestern Medicine Comprehensive COVID-19 Center

Based at Northwestern Memorial Hospital, the Comprehensive COVID-19 Center provides multidisciplinary care for patients with persistent or newly onset symptoms related to a prior COVID-19 infection.

Learn about the Comprehensive COVID-19 Center.

Visiting Northwestern Medicine

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Visitor Policies

For the safety and well-being of patients, physicians, staff and the community, Northwestern Medicine has modified visitor policies in all of our inpatient and outpatient care sites. See updated information and policy exceptions here.

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Patient Safety During COVID-19

Extensive measures remain in place to help avoid the spread of infection and to protect your health and safety. Learn more about patient safety during COVID-19.

COVID-19 Testing

Northwestern Medicine offers COVID-19 testing at multiple locations in Chicago and surrounding communities. Learn more about testing and find your nearest location.

COVID-19 Condition Information

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Northwestern Medicine is a trusted source for accurate and up-to-date information regarding COVID-19. Learn about symptoms, treatments, high-risk groups and more.

Northwestern Medicine Updates

Help for Those Who Do Not Have Insurance

If you have recently lost access to health insurance due to the COVID-19 pandemic, programs are available to assist you.

Help with Health Care Costs

Clinical Trials

Northwestern Medicine is participating in a number of local, regional and national clinical trials related to COVID-19.

COVID-19 Clinical Trials

Chicago Travel Quarantine

The City of Chicago has issued an Emergency Travel Order for everyone entering the city after leaving a state that is experiencing a surge in new COVID-19 cases. If you are coming to Northwestern Memorial Hospital or one of its outpatient facilities for your own care, the quarantine rule does not apply.

Chicago Travel Quarantine

Classes and Events Updates

For the health and safety of class attendees, patients, visitors and staff in our hospitals and clinics, Northwestern Medicine now has both virtual and in-person events. Virtual patient and community classes and events can include educational offerings, support groups and physician lectures. Visit Classes and Events to determine the current status.

Classes and Events

Vendor Restrictions

Vendors and partners will have restricted access to our facilities until further notice. This includes postponement of in-person sales demonstrations and meetings in all Northwestern Medicine facilities. Learn about exceptions and our recommendations.

Vendor Restrictions and Exceptions

Additional Resources

Information about COVID-19 is rapidly evolving. Access the latest information from the following organizations:

Northwestern Medicine COVID-19 Hotline
If you have additional questions, please contact the Northwestern Medicine COVID-19 Hotline by calling 312.47.COVID (312.472.6843), TTY 711.

CDC Multi-language Resources on COVID-19
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has developed COVID-19 web pages translated into Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese and Korean. In addition, the CDC has developed videos about COVID-19 in American Sign Language.

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COVID-19 Advances in Care

Our mission to put patients first drives every decision we make. See how the relentless pursuit of better medicine is benefiting patients with COVID-19 at Northwestern Medicine.

Learn About Our Medical Advances

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Committed to Community During COVID-19

See how we have supported our community partners throughout the pandemic to meet the needs for supplies, food and funding.

Learn About Our Response

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