Cook County PHHS reports completed investigations, data breach notifications and staffing shortfalls; director search under way

Sep 17, 2025

PHHS administrators told the board that investigations are complete, 48 clients were affected by a data breach and several operational fixes are planned; the interim director said the county is meeting requirements but staff are doing double duty while recruitment continues.

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Cook County Public Health Human Services leaders updated the board Sept. 16 on completed investigations, a recent data breach, time‑reporting shortfalls and the status of recruiting for several vacant positions, including the permanent director role.

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