Respiratory Illness Season in Chicago

Wherever you go in Chicago, it seems there’s somebody nearby with a cough, runny nose, or congestion. So, what is the city's status during the current respiratory virus season? Medical Director Dr. Brian Borah talks with Senior Epidemiologist Stephanie Gretsch about activity levels of flu, RSV, and COVID; overall trends around virus activity levels; and how to protect yourself when diseases are at elevated levels.Find out where to get vaccinated and current respiratory illness activity in Chicago.Dive into the data with the 2025-’26 mid-respiratory season Vaccine Coverage here.