Springfield, Ill- The Illinois Department of Public Health is launching a new immunization portal, called Vax Verify, that will allow Illinois residents 18 years and older to check their COVID-19 vaccination record. IDPH Director Dr. Ngozi Ezike said that "With the current surge in cases, more people are making the decision to get a COVID-19 vaccine and this new tool will aid residents in confirming their vaccination where needed." Illinois State Fair concert goers with tickets for the grandstand track area are required to provide a print or digital copy of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test within the previous 72 hours. For more information on Vax Verify, visit https://www.dph.illinois.gov/news/idph-launches-online-vax-verify-system