Sinai Chicago

09/08/2025

Important Update: Run the Lawn 5K & Community Health Fair

Our Run the Lawn 5K and Community Health Fair at Marquette Park on September 27 is being postponed.

We want this to be a safe and welcoming event for everyone in our community. With current concerns about immigration enforcement activity in the area, we don’t want anyone to feel unsafe or uncomfortable attending.

We’ll announce a new date later — and we look forward to celebrating health and wellness together with the whole community...
Actualización Importante: Run the Lawn 5K y Feria de Salud Comunitaria

Nuestro evento Run the Lawn 5K y Feria de Salud Comunitaria en el Parque Marquette, programado para el 27 de septiembre, ha sido pospuesto.

Queremos que este sea un evento seguro y acogedor para todos en nuestra comunidad. Con las preocupaciones actuales sobre actividades de control de inmigración en el área, no queremos que nadie se sienta inseguro o incómodo al asistir.

Pronto anunciaremos una nueva fecha — y esperamos con entusiasmo celebrar la salud y el bienestar junto a toda la comunidad.

09/05/2025

🦠 Flu season is here—and it's more dangerous than ever.

Last year, the flu claimed over 28,000 lives in the U.S., and this year’s toll could be even higher.

To address this growing public health crisis, SUHI researcher Dr. Maureen Benjamins co-authored a powerful position statement published by the Society of Behavioral Medicine. The statement calls for urgent policy action:

✅ Maintain Medicaid funding
✅ Promote widespread flu vaccinations
✅ Restore access to critical public health data

The work was led by three former SUHI Equity Research Fellows—Julia Lippert, Abigail Silva, and Joanna Buscemi—who continue to drive change in health equity and policy.

📘 Read the full statement and learn how policy can save lives: https://bit.ly/public-health-flu-impact

09/04/2025

🚨 Episode 5 Now LIVE – Sinai Health & Hope Podcast! 🎧
"Inside Trauma Season: A Nurse’s View from Chicago’s Front Lines"

Go behind the scenes at one of Chicago’s busiest trauma centers with seasoned ED nurse Riki Kaelin. From the chaos of trauma season to the quiet strength of healthcare workers, this episode is a raw, eye-opening look at life on the front lines — and the lives impacted every day.

💥 Real stories
💡 Practical takeaways
❤️ Resilience in action
🎙️ Listen now: https://health.sinai.org/45UKkqd
📖 Blog: https://health.sinai.org/45MPx35

09/03/2025

🎧 New Episode Alert! Episode 5 of the Sinai Health & Hope podcast drops this Thursday: "Inside Trauma Season: A Nurse’s View from Chicago’s Front Lines" 🚑

As summer winds down, many are settling back into routine — but for emergency departments like Sinai Chicago, the intensity doesn’t stop. At one of the city’s busiest Level 1 trauma centers, “trauma season” brings a surge in critical cases and high-pressure moments.

👨‍⚕️ In this episode, veteran ED nurse Riki Kaelin shares what it’s really like on the front lines — from the chaos of trauma care to the resilience of the healthcare teams who make it all work.

💡 Plus: Simple ways we can all help reduce preventable injuries in our communities.

📅 Episode drops Thursday, Sept. 5

🎙️ Listen here: https://health.sinai.org/45UKkqd

09/03/2025

Starting a conversation about substance use with someone you care about can feel overwhelming. In this video, we share some tips to help you approach the topic with compassion, avoid judgment, and create a safe space for open dialogue.

Whether you’re worried about saying the wrong thing or unsure how to begin, these tips will help you support your loved one without pushing them away.

📲 Need help starting the conversation?
Call the Center for Substance Recovery at Holy Cross: 773-884-1671.

You’re not alone—help is here...
Iniciar una conversación sobre el consumo de sustancias con alguien que le importa puede sentirse abrumador. En este video, compartimos algunos consejos para ayudarle a abordar el tema con compasión, evitar el juicio y crear un espacio seguro para un diálogo abierto.

Ya sea que le preocupe decir lo incorrecto o no sepa por dónde empezar, estos consejos le ayudarán a apoyar a su ser querido sin alejarlo.

📲 ¿Necesita ayuda para iniciar la conversación?
Llame al Centro de Recuperación por Consumo de Sustancias en Holy Cross: 773-884-1671.

No está solo—la ayuda está aquí.

09/02/2025

🏃‍♂️💚 Run the Lawn is back!
Join us at Marquette Park for a FREE timed 5K + Wellness Fair—where fitness meets healing, and community comes together.
🗓️ Saturday, Sept. 27
📍 Marquette Park
🎉 Health Resources • Fun for all ages!
🔗 Sign up now: https://bit.ly/runthelawn2025..
🏃‍♀️💚 ¡Run the Lawn regresa!
Acompáñanos en Marquette Park para una carrera de 5K GRATIS y una Feria del Bienestar—donde el ejercicio, la salud y la comunidad se unen.
🗓️ Sábado 27 de septiembre
📍 Marquette Park
🎉 Recursos de salud • ¡Diversión para toda la familia!
🔗 Regístrate hoy: https://bit.ly/runthelawn2025

09/01/2025

This Labor Day, we honor the hard work, dedication, and contributions of workers everywhere, especially those who care for our communities every day. Thank you! ..
Este Día del Trabajo, honramos el esfuerzo, la dedicación y las contribuciones de las y los trabajadores en todas partes, especialmente de quienes cuidan a nuestras comunidades cada día. ¡Gracias!

08/29/2025

Feeling scared or unsure about seeking help for substance use, whether drugs or alcohol, is completely normal—but you don’t have to face it alone. In this video, we break down what to expect when reaching out for support, offer reassurance, and share simple steps to begin your recovery journey.

If fear has been holding you back, this is your sign to take the first step. Help is available, hope is real, and you are not alone.

📲 Ready to talk?
Call the Center for Substance Recovery at Holy Cross: 773-884-1671...
Sentirse con miedo o inseguridad al buscar ayuda por el consumo de sustancias, ya sea dr**as o alcohol, es completamente normal—pero no tiene que enfrentarlo solo. En este video, le explicamos qué puede esperar al pedir apoyo, le brindamos tranquilidad y compartimos pasos sencillos para comenzar su camino hacia la recuperación.

Si el miedo le ha detenido, esta es su señal para dar el primer paso. La ayuda está disponible, la esperanza es real, y no está solo.

📲 ¿Listo para hablar?
Llame al Centro de Recuperación por Consumo de Sustancias en Holy Cross: 773-884-1671.

08/28/2025

🏌️‍♂️⛳ What an amazing day! Sinai Chicago just wrapped up our 3rd Annual Golf Outing, and it was a hole-in-one! From early morning tee‑offs at Harborside International Golf Center to the closing cocktail reception and awards ceremony—every moment was filled with spirited camaraderie, generous support, and a shared commitment to advancing health equity. A huge thank‑you to all our players, sponsors, volunteers, and staff—this event wasn’t just about golf; it was about making a real difference for Chicago’s most vulnerable communities.

Want to relive the highlights? See more photos of the day—click here! 📸 https://health.sinai.org/41tylNx

Press Release: https://health.sinai.org/4mGRzIa

Photo collection by Sinai Chicago

08/26/2025

It’s National Community Health Worker (CHW) Awareness Week!

At Sinai Chicago, we’re celebrating real-life heroes behind the scenes — our community health workers!

CHWs are trusted neighbors, lifesavers, and advocates, walking hand-in-hand with our communities every day.

In recent years alone, the impact speaks for itself:
✔️ Nearly 11,000 patients screened for unmet needs
✔️ Over 3,000 connections to life-changing resources
✔️ Supporting patients in asthma, maternal health, oncology, and more

Let’s celebrate our local heroes and highlight their work in building health equity.️ Read their blog here: https://health.sinai.org/4mTAs5G

08/25/2025

Tired of fibroids? You don’t have to live with heavy periods, pain, or bloating. Our minimally invasive treatments offer real relief—with no major surgery.

📞 Call today to learn more:
Mount Sinai Hospital: 773-257-6501
Holy Cross Hospital: 773-884-4867

08/22/2025

On Aug 13, our Women’s & Children’s team hosted a Respectful Care Event, welcoming back patients to share their birthing experiences and reconnect with their care team. We’re proud to continue advancing birth equity and providing compassionate, respectful care for every mom and baby.