Review the latest information on visitor policies, safety procedures, vaccines and more in the COVID-19 Resource Center.

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COVID-19 Resource Center

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

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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.

Read a letter to our patients from Dean M. Harrison, president and chief executive officer, Northwestern Memorial HealthCare, about returning to Northwestern Medicine for your care.

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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. 

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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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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 Treatments and Vaccination

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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.

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COVID-19 Public Vaccine Distribution

Find information on COVID-19 vaccine development, safety and distribution on our COVID-19 vaccine page.

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. You can also access our Frequently Asked Questions.

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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

COVID-19 Recovery Forum

Northwestern Medicine offers virtual educational presentations for patients who have been discharged from Northwestern Memorial Hospital following treatment for COVID-19.

COVID-19 Recovery Forum

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, visitors and staff in our hospitals and clinics, Northwestern Medicine has postponed many in-person events. Instead, we have created virtual patient and community classes and events, including educational offerings, support groups and physician lectures. Please contact the clinical department offering the class or event 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 630.933.4833.

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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Let’s Keep It Up. Let’s All #MASKUP.

The science says it all. Masks work and they’ve helped slow the spread of COVID-19. Let’s #MaskUp and save lives together.

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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.

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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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