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Chicago's New Health Commissioner Wants Equity, Takes Aim at

WEBFebruary 4, 2024. In mid-November, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson appointed Dr. Olusimbo “Simbo” Ige as the Commissioner of the Chicago Department of Public …

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South Side Community Collaborates on a Plan for Health Equity

WEBA key part of the model is ensuring better access to care, which means that more providers – doctors, nurses, caregivers – will be connected on the South Side …

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Wellness Community Hub Breaks Ground on Chicago’s Southwest …

WEBEducational Opportunity (whole-child education, cradle-to-career, and multi-generational community learning); Health Access (health care, fresh food, wellness …

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How Wellness West Aims to Transform Lives and Healthcare on …

WEBRenee Washington, a client of Wellness West, faced a difficult journey before encountering the program. Living in a shelter, she struggled to prioritize her health due …

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Chicago Health Orgs Unite to Tackle Health Disparities in …

WEBThe Collaboration for Equitable Health will focus specifically on the leading causes of death in communities of color: heart disease, cancer, stroke, and diabetes. …

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Gov. Pritzker Signs Equity Driven Healthcare Reform Legislation.

WEBApril 27, 2021. In a major step forward in the work to expand health equity across Illinois, Governor JB Pritzker today signed the Health Care and Human Services Reform Act …

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West Garfield Park to Open GPRWC, a Community-Led Wellness …

WEBFor years, the West Garfield Park community has been a neighborhood of wellness inequities. The Garfield Park Rite to Wellness Collaborative (GPRWC) is …

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SOUTH SIDE HEALTHY COMMUNITY ORGANIZATION INVESTS …

WEBPhoto credit : Amber Marie Green Nutritious food, transportation, housing, jobs, financial assistance and more contribute to a healthier community Noting that …

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C4 and Hartgrove Hospital Now Enrolling Patients as Part of …

WEBThe six organizations have a long history and track record of serving the communities on the West Side of Chicago. While racial and ethnic minorities experience …

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Illinois Public Health Association Commends Illinois FY2024 …

WEBThe Illinois Public Health Association (IPHA) is delighted to announce the passage of the FY2024 budget by the General Assembly on May 27, which includes substantial …

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Mayor Johnson Tabs Dr. Olusimbo Ige to Lead the Chicago …

WEBShe once served as Assistant Commissioner for the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. In this role, Dr. Ige oversaw an array of …

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Kimberly Hobson Named CEO of South Side Healthy Community …

WEBJune 23, 2022. The South Side Healthy Community Organization (SSHCO) Board of Directors announced today that it has named Kimberly Hobson as its first Chief …

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“Race and Health Equity Awards” Recognizes Healthcare and …

WEBHabilitative Systems, Inc., will recognize outstanding individuals Dec. 9 for their work and contributions in tearing down the barriers to equal access and quality …

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Gov. Pritzker Signs Legislation Making Healthcare More Accessible …

WEBJoined by healthcare providers and legislative leaders at Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital, today Governor JB Pritzker signed legislation that will help make …

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Derrick Rose speaks on mental health and his career in return to

WEBDerrick Rose speaks on mental health and his career in return to Chicago. Every NBA All-Star weekend brings a new set of storylines from around the league. With …

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The Lack of Neighborhood Pharmacies is Crippling Our Community.

WEBTheresa L. Horton is a freelance writer for the Chicago Defender. She currently covers lifestyle, business, and inequities in our community. Before joining the …

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Mother of Juice WRLD Talks Son’s Legacy, Mental Health and New …

WEBBack in 2020, Wallace founded the “Live Free 999” foundation in honor of her son. The program aims to provide resources for those struggling with mental health …

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Brian Bragg Chicago Defender

WEBBrian Bragg, Vice President of Health Equity at Access Community Health Network (ACCESS), is a seasoned health care leader, with over 20 years of progressive …

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Zing Health Announces Acquisition Deal. Chicago Defender

WEBDr. Eric E. Whitaker, M.D., M.P.H, founded Zing Health in 2019 to make Medicare Advantage the best it can be. As a primary care physician, he focused on …

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Thresholds Health to Host Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening for …

WEBOn Tuesday, April 11th, Thresholds Health will celebrate the grand opening of its new, full-service healthcare center with a ribbon cutting celebration. Specializing in …

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BLKS: The Uncomfortable Truth Chicago Defender

WEBBy award-winning poet and playwright Aziza Barnes Directed by Nataki Garrett. December 7 – January 28 The bond between girlfriends can be an insatiable rolling coaster of joy …

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