Community Health Focus

Community Health Focus UChicago Medicine's COMMUNITY HEALTH FOCUS HOUR is a weekly one-hour program on WVON 1690AM.

Thank you to everyone who tuned in TODAY for "Building Trauma Resiliency: Mentoring as a Protective Factor" πŸ’™What an inc...
02/28/2026

Thank you to everyone who tuned in TODAY for "Building Trauma Resiliency: Mentoring as a Protective Factor" πŸ’™

What an incredible conversation with Carl West, Lakeisha Gray-Sewell, Jermaine Anderson, Ricky Layfield, and Donzell Franklin about the power of mentoring in healing and building resilience within our community.

Their stories remind us that mentorship isn't just about guidance, it's about creating safe spaces where people can heal, grow, and become the best versions of themselves.

If you missed today's show, you can still listen on WVON 1690 AM, the iHeart Media app, or watch the playback on Streamyard.

Join us SATURDAY, MARCH 14 at 1 PM CT for another important conversation about health, wellness, and community care. πŸŽ™οΈ

02/28/2026
02/28/2026
Real voices. Real stories. Real impact.Every week, our studio fills with laughter, wisdom, and hope. These moments remin...
02/26/2026

Real voices. Real stories. Real impact.

Every week, our studio fills with laughter, wisdom, and hope. These moments remind us why community matters.

Want your story to inspire others? Share your health journey below or join us live on WVON 1690AM. πŸ’¬β€οΈ

πŸ’™ THANK YOU for joining us YESTERDAY! πŸ’™"Heart & Brain Connection: Protecting Against Stroke Together" brought our commun...
02/22/2026

πŸ’™ THANK YOU for joining us YESTERDAY! πŸ’™

"Heart & Brain Connection: Protecting Against Stroke Together" brought our community together for real, honest conversation about stroke prevention and what it means to protect ourselves and our loved ones.

A heartfelt thank you to our host Cedric McKoy, ACNP, and our incredible expert panel:
✨ Dr. Karen Orjuela, Neurologist
✨ Dr. Laurence Gordon, Internal Medicine Physician
✨ Toby Vining & Craig Barnes, Stroke Survivor Advocates

Your stories, your expertise, your lived experienceβ€”it all reminded us why this work matters.

If you missed it, you can still listen on iHeart Media app or at iHeart.com. Share with someone who needs to hear it.

What was your biggest takeaway? Drop it in the comments below. πŸ‘‡

02/21/2026

Join us now for this amazing show!

πŸ”΄ IT'S HAPPENING NOW! πŸ”΄"Heart & Brain Connection: Protecting Against Stroke Together" is LIVE at 1 PM CT on WVON 1690 AM...
02/21/2026

πŸ”΄ IT'S HAPPENING NOW! πŸ”΄

"Heart & Brain Connection: Protecting Against Stroke Together" is LIVE at 1 PM CT on WVON 1690 AM!

Join Cedric McKoy, ACNP, and our expert panel as they discuss stroke prevention, warning signs, and how to protect yourself and your loved ones.

πŸ“» Tune in NOW:
β€’ WVON 1690 AM
β€’ iHeart Media App
β€’ Call in: (773) 591-1690

Your health matters. Your community cares. Let's learn together.

πŸ«€ COMING SATURDAY, FEB 21! 🧠Stroke doesn't discriminate, but knowledge protects. Join us SATURDAY, FEB 21 at 1 PM CT for...
02/20/2026

πŸ«€ COMING SATURDAY, FEB 21! 🧠

Stroke doesn't discriminate, but knowledge protects. Join us SATURDAY, FEB 21 at 1 PM CT for "Heart & Brain Connection: Protecting Against Stroke Together" on WVON 1690 AM.

Our host Cedric McKoy, ACNP, and a powerhouse panel of UChicago Medicine experts will break down stroke prevention in a way that makes sense for YOU and your family.

Guests include:
✨ Dr. Karen Orjuela, Neurologist
✨ Dr. Laurence Gordon, Internal Medicine Physician
✨ Toby Vining & Craig Barnes, Stroke Survivor Advocates

πŸ“» Listen on WVON 1690 AM, iHeart Media app, or call in at (773) 591-1690

Don't miss it!

🚨 TOMORROW, FEB 21 AT 1 PM CT! 🚨"Heart & Brain Connection: Protecting Against Stroke Together"Your brain health matters....
02/20/2026

🚨 TOMORROW, FEB 21 AT 1 PM CT! 🚨

"Heart & Brain Connection: Protecting Against Stroke Together"

Your brain health matters. Your heart health matters. And understanding how they work together could save your life.

Join us TOMORROW, FEB 21 on WVON 1690 AM for a real conversation about stroke prevention with trusted UChicago Medicine experts and stroke survivors who've lived through it.

πŸ“» WVON 1690 AM | iHeart Media App | Call (773) 591-1690

What did our experts share this week?Get the highlights from our latest Community Health Focus Hour. Find out why priori...
02/19/2026

What did our experts share this week?

Get the highlights from our latest Community Health Focus Hour. Find out why prioritizing sleep, sharing laughter, and connecting with your community matter for your health.

Ready to learn more? Join us EVERY Saturday at 1pm on WVON 1690AM or catch the replay anytime on our page.πŸ’™

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COMMUNITY HEALTH FOCUS

Health information you can use. Topics YOU choose. Every Saturday, 1-2pm CST with a brand new line up of host facilitators. Dr. Doriane C. Miller, Cedric McKoy Advance Practice Nurse, Dr. Edwin McDonald, who is also a trained chef, and with Community News, Carl West CEO of Truth Be Told Online Newspaper.