Ezike requests more funds, personnel to handle new coronavirus cases Mar 4, 2020 | Legislature, Population Health, Top Stories More funds and staff will be necessary to aid the state’s response to the new coronavirus, the state’s public health director told lawmakers on Tuesday.To access this content, you must purchase 1 Year Health News Illinois Subscription or 1 Year Group Subscription - Up to 5 Users, or log in if you are a member.