Illinois Medical District

11/21/2025

On November 18, history was made when we were joined by Speaker Emanuel "Chris" Welch, Senate President Don Harmon, State Senator Lakesia Collins, State Representative Yolonda Morris, Alderman Walter Red Burnett, and many more for the groundbreaking of a new park in the IMD — the first in 80 years. 🌳 Located in the heart of the IMD, across from the Chicago VA Medical Center, Cook County Health, and the Gateway retail center, the 1-acre public park will feature fitness zones, a playground, walking and running tracks, a sensory garden, native plantings, and plentiful seating. Thank you to all who made this day possible! 💚 Learn more here ➡️ imdchi.co/newpark

11/19/2025

Mind your beeswax! 🕯️ Today, the IMD Commission hosted a beeswax workshop to learn about beeswax and make candles. Last year, in partnership with UI Health, we launched an urban beekeeping initiative with Alvéole and installed a hive at one of our buildings. Did you know it can take 1,000 bees working their entire lives to make 1 pound of beeswax? Those are some busy bees! 🐝 To learn more, visit our MyHive page at ➡️ imdchi.co/buzz24

11/10/2025

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11/07/2025

📢 Request for Proposals: The IMD Commission is requesting proposals for Architecture and Design Services. 📐 Learn more including how to apply at ➡️ imdchi.co/rfp

11/04/2025

Today, IMD Commission staff took an excursion to the Rush University System for Health archives to view their amazing collection of historical artifacts that preserve so much of Rush, Chicago, and IMD history. 🖼️ The Rush Archives preserves and shares the rich history of Rush’s education, research, patient care, and community leadership through extensive collections dating back to 1837, including documents and personal papers. 📜 Thank you so much to Ruch Archivist Nathalie Wheaton for the special tour! 💚 To learn more about the Rush Archives, click here ➡️ library.rush.edu/archives

10/31/2025

Yesterday, we were honored to attend City Club of Chicago’s West Side United event. West Side United’s founding leaders from Rush University Medical Center, Cook County Health, UI Health, and Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago came together for a panel discussion hosted by Sasha-Ann Simons from WBEZ to discuss their $350 million commitment to closing Chicago’s 20-year life expectancy gap and shaping a healthier future for the West Side. ❤️ You can watch the discussion here ➡️ https://youtu.be/HgejA4aR_5M

10/28/2025

UI Health and Cook County Health have expanded their partnership to collaborate more deeply on specialty services, leveraging shared resources and expertise to improve access and outcomes for patients across Cook County and Illinois — proud to have these healthcare leaders in the IMD! 👏

The University of Illinois College of Medicine and Cook County Health are creating joint clinical programs across more than 16 specialties.

10/28/2025

Happy Month, thank you Rush University Medical Center for putting on this impactful event! 🎀

The Pink and Pearl Campaign held at Rush University Medical Center is designed to push a powerful message: that early detection for breast and lung cancer saves lives.

10/22/2025

📢 Request for Proposals: The IMD Commission is requesting proposals for General Contracting Services. 🛠️ Learn more including how to apply at ➡️ imdchi.co/rfp

10/20/2025

Yesterday, rain couldn’t dampen the spirits of everyone who took part in the 2025 The Chicago Lighthouse Rise to Shine 10K/5K/1M Run and Walk in the IMD! 🎉 🏃 Hundreds of runners and walkers showed unstoppable energy and determination — turning a wet race day into a celebration of accessibility and community. Thank you to all who participated and we’ll see you again next year! 🧡

10/15/2025

We are so honored that Chicago has opened its first family justice center in the IMD to help domestic violence survivors access legal, medical, and advocacy services all in one place. 💜 Congratulations to Chicago Children's Advocacy Center!

Chicago opens first family justice center to support domestic violence survivors READ: bit.ly/4nVYjT2