Report: COVID-19 pandemic having disproportionate impact on rural Illinois Apr 8, 2021 | coronavirus, Top Stories Rural communities in Illinois have been disproportionately impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a recent report by several state universities.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.