UCM Urban Health Initiative

12/05/2025

Join us for a new episode of the Community Health Focus Hour, "Gut Health and Food Security Resources." Join Dr. Edwin McDonald, Trained Chef / Gastroenterologist at UChicago Medicine, alongside special guests, Megan Teramoto, a medical student at UChicago Pritzker School of Medicine, and Sana Syal, Senior Director of Programs at Greater Chicago Food Depository.

12/04/2025

Upcoming webinar 💻 : "Pushing Through: Coping with Grief and Loss", with Felicia M. Houston, MA, a licensed clinical professional counselor. Attendees are welcomed into a safe environment to discuss the impact of loss and given effective tools to navigate these feelings.

Click here to register: https://uchicago.zoom.us/meeting/register/Ko-ES9CzQvKSreYAUhMcxQ #/registration

12/02/2025

It’s ! Support UChicago Medicine’s Urban Health Initiative and help build a healthier, stronger South Side. Make a gift today and drive real change—every contribution sparks hope and healing.

Join us today! ❤️: https://ow.ly/FK7l50XxJHz

11/26/2025

This , support UChicago Medicine’s Urban Health Initiative! Help us fight health disparities and build stronger, healthier communities on Chicago’s South Side. Every gift makes an impact.

You can make an early gift here ❤️: https://ow.ly/FK7l50XxJHz

11/20/2025

https://youtu.be/Y4aQ_WQeQwY?si=xUiYJZg6oudkAity | Wednesday Aerobics with the Community Fitness Program | 11.19.25

The Community Fitness Program is a part of the Urban Health Initiative, a partnership between UChicago Medicine, public leaders, community groups, health car...

11/20/2025

Join us for a new episode of the Community Health Focus Hour 🎙️ "Mental Health: Coping with Trauma and Grief". Join Carl West, Founder/CEO of MG Media, alongside special guests, Jennifer Bolsey, LCSW; Dion Graham, LCSW; and Melanie Hall, LCPC.

You can watch the episode live on our page at Community Health Focus or listen on the iHeartMedia app at www.iHeart.com. If you have any questions or comments, please 📲 in at (773) 591-1690.

11/14/2025

Join us for a new episode of the Community Health Focus Hour 🎙️ "The Importance of Quality-of-Life Plans." Join Dr. Doriane Miller, Professor of Medicine at UChicago Medicine, alongside special guests, Lauren Lewis, Norma Sanders, and Tiarra Owens.

You can watch the episode live on our page at @/CommunityHealthFocus or listen on the iHeartMedia app at www.iHeart.com. If you have any questions or comments, please 📲 in at (773) 591-1690.

11/07/2025

We are 1 WEEK AWAY from the Bi-Annual High School Healthcare Event ✨ This is a FREE event for students in 7th-12th grade interested in a healthcare career. Students will have a chance to participate in hands-on experience, ask healthcare professionals questions, and get involved in programs they can join now! Interested? Register now while limited space is available: https://ow.ly/bjqH50XorT2

11/05/2025

Izzy Velasquez, a Community Health Worker at UChicago Medicine, supports South Side patients through some of their toughest health moments — helping them navigate care, access resources, and feel supported beyond the hospital.

Meet Izzy: Connecting Patients to Care and Resources - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EMe8KBuGB0M

See how we’re investing in patient and community health: https://community.uchicagomedicine.org/2024/

10/31/2025

Join us for a new episode of the Community Health Focus Hour 🎙️ "ER vs. Urgent Care: Breathing and Respiratory Health". Join Carl West, Founder/CEO of MG Media, alongside special guests, Dr. Joseph Newberg and Dr. David Kiragu from UChicago Medicine's Medical Group.

You can watch the episode live on our page at Community Health Focus listen on the iHeartMedia app at www.iHeart.com. If you have any questions or comments, please 📲 in at (773) 591-1690.

10/30/2025

We are 2 WEEKS AWAY from the Bi-Annual High School Healthcare Event ✨ This is a FREE event for students between 7th to 12th grade who are interested in a healthcare career. Students will have a chance to participate in hands-on experience, ask healthcare professionals questions, and get involved in programs they can join now! Interested? Click here to register: https://ow.ly/Xuo450Xk6pl

10/29/2025

Join the Kovler Diabetes Center on Saturday, November 1st, from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM for the "Living Well With Diabetes" event! This is a free community event focusing on self-care for patients, caregivers, family, and friends. This event will also share important resources related to diabetes management.

Interested? Click here to register: https://form.jotform.com/252366608029157