Cookie Policy

CountyCare (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about how we collect and use your data. This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies on our websites and online services. It is part of our broader Privacy Policy.

1. What Are Cookies?

A cookie is a small text file that websites place on your computer or mobile device when you visit them. Cookies are used to make websites work efficiently, as well as to provide information to site owners.

We use both:

• Session Cookies – Temporary and deleted once you close your browser.
• Persistent Cookies – Remain on your device until they expire or are deleted.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following categories of cookies:

1. 1. Strictly Necessary Cookies
      These cookies are essential to enable basic website functions, such as page navigation, secure areas, and online forms. The website cannot function properly without these cookies. Example: Logging into secure parts of the site.
   2. Functional Cookies
      These cookies allow our website to remember your preferences (like your language or region) and provide enhanced, more personalized features. Example: Remembering form data between visits.
   3. Performance and Analytics Cookies
      We use these cookies to collect information about how visitors use our website—such as pages visited, traffic sources, and user behavior. This data helps us improve site performance and user experience. We may use services like Google Analytics for this purpose.
   4. Targeting and Advertising Cookies
      These cookies may be set by us or third parties (such as social media or advertising partners) to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant ads or content on other websites. Example: Embedded YouTube videos or interactive maps that track usage.

3. Third-Party Cookies

Our website may include content and features (such as maps, job applications, and analytics tools) hosted by third parties. These third-party services may set their own cookies.
Examples include:

• Google Analytics
• Oracle Taleo (job applications)
• ESRI (geographic information services)
• YouTube or Vimeo (video content)

Please review the privacy policies of these third-party providers to understand how they use your data.

4. How to Manage Cookies

You can control and delete cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

• View what cookies are stored
• Block cookies entirely
• Delete cookies after browsing

Please note: Disabling cookies may limit your ability to use some features of our website.

For browser-specific guidance, visit:

• Google Chrome
• Mozilla Firefox
• Safari
• Microsoft Edge

5. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in technology, law, or our practices. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. We encourage you to review it regularly.

6. Commitment to Our Mission

At Cook County Health, we are committed to providing care for all—including our patients, CountyCare members, and communities across Cook County. Transparency in how we handle your personal information, including cookies, is part of our ongoing dedication to trust, privacy, and integrity in everything we do.

Updated: July 11, 2025