UCM Urban Health Initiative

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

10/28/2025

New UHI Spotlight! This month, we highlight our Director of the Violence Recovery Program, Dwayne A. Johnson Sr. ! Swipe to learn more about Dwayne's professional pathway to UHI and what motivates him daily.

10/24/2025

Join us for a new episode of the Community Health Focus Hour 🎙️ "MS & Epilepsy: From Diagnosis to Determination". Join Carl West, Founder/CEO of MG Media, alongside special guests, Dr. Serena Yin & Dr. Daniel Kurz, Jr. from The University of Chicago, and MS Survivor, LaKeisha Freeman.

You can watch the episode live on our page, 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.

10/23/2025

UHI Office of Community Affairs & the Medical Career Exposure & Emergency Preparedness Program (Medceep) Presents: The High School Healthcare Career Event!⚕️✨

Do you know what it takes to be a Doctor, Nurse, or work in the healthcare field? Join our panel of healthcare experts and learn what you need to succeed! Join the Urban Health Initiative on Saturday, November 15th, from 9:30 AM - 2 PM CST at 924 East 57th Street. Click the link in our bio to register!

**We will be raffling away prizes! Must be present to win! This program is open to 7th, 8th, and high school students.

10/22/2025

🍁 🍂 Fall has arrived, bringing exciting new events! Swipe to discover upcoming events happening in your community!

10/20/2025

In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the UHI Office of Community Affairs invites you to our virtual conversation: “Surviving & Thriving: Breast Cancer Awareness Virtual Workshop” 💕 Don’t miss this empowering discussion focused on education, support, and resilience.

🗓️ Wednesday, October 22nd
🕕 6:00 PM CST
💻 Virtual Event

Register now while space is available! https://ow.ly/bgI250Xf89X

10/17/2025

Join us for a new episode of the Community Health Focus Hour 🎙️ titled "Diabetes Prevention & Management". Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, Cedric McKoy, will host this episode alongside special guests, Dr. Celeste Thomas, Associate Professor of Medicine at the University of Chicago, and Dr. Latrice E. Williams from the National Coalition of 100 Black Women - Chicago Metropolitan Chapter.

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.

10/15/2025

The Urban Health Initiative publishes a bi-weekly Community Health Updates Newsletter to inform our local communities on the latest trends & topics in medicine. We also provide an extensive list of informative events and free resources available to anyone in need.

Interested? Click here to subscribe! https://conta.cc/47nbQNz

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10/15/2025

The Medical Career Exposure & Emergency Preparedness Program (Medceep) & the UHI Office of Community Affairs Presents: The High School Healthcare Career Event! ⚕️✨

Do you know what it takes to be a Doctor, Nurse, or work in the healthcare field? Join our panel of healthcare experts and learn what you need to succeed! Join the Urban Health Initiative on Saturday, November 15th, from 9:30 AM - 2 PM CST at 901 W. 57th Street. Click here to register: https://ow.ly/fJUc50Xbpw6

**We will be raffling away prizes! Must be present to win! This program is open to 7th, 8th, and high school students.

10/13/2025

Nicolette King helps patients feel seen, heard, and cared for. As a Senior Patient Advocate at UChicago Medicine, she brings heart and understanding to help patients navigate care with confidence and trust.

Meet Nicolette: Championing Care with Compassion - YouTube
Learn how UChicago Medicine is investing in the health of patients and communities: https://ow.ly/9neI50X9Ww6

The UChicago Medicine Patient Advocate program celebrates 20 years this year! Click here to learn more about their stories and accomplishments: https://ow.ly/pf0750X9Ww5