Ezike says few new initiatives in IDPH’s budget Apr 19, 2021 | coronavirus, State Budget, Top Stories The Illinois Department of Public Health will only seek “a few new initiatives” in the coming fiscal year, Director Dr. Ngozi Ezike told lawmakers last week.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.