Get Your Workout On at the African Fest with Urban Health Initiatives
September 3rd, 2010 by Shorty
Friday, September 3rd, 2-6pm
Capoeira! Featuring, renowned performer and teacher Emily Conrath with her partner Eric Johnson
(Capoeira is an Afro-Brazilian art form that combines elements of martial arts, music, and dance. It was created in Brazil by slaves brought from Africa, especially from present day Angola, sometime after the sixteenth century.)
Saturday, September 4th, 2-6pm
Zumba! Ms. Kelly Alexander, offers Zuumba with a special Belly dancing interlude led by the exotic Khalidah. (Zumba fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow moves to create a one-of-a-kind fitness program that will blow you away.)
Sunday, September 5th, 2-6pm
Gospel Aerobics with Cecilia Brantley of BodyParts Fitness and her co-instructor, inspires you to fitness with Gospel music and reminds you that you can craft a weight training regime with household items.
Monday, September 6th, 2-6pm
Steppin! with Dancer, and Instructor LC Henderson “the technician” demonstrates some of his award winning smooth moves and provides onsite lessons to beginners and technical points for urban steppers.
*Come to our tent’s information table and pick up health-related information you can use! Free handouts on the South Side Healthcare Collaborative, a network of 25+ health centers and clinics that provide quality care in a community setting, in affiliation with the University of Chicago Medical Center’s Urban Health Initiative (UHI). For more information on the Urban Health Initiative visit www.uhi.uchospitals.edu
For tickets and more information about The African Festival of the Arts, including seminars, performances, vendors from around the globe. For more information visit www.africanfestivalchicago.com/pavillions/health-and-wellness-village
Two Groups Committed to Better Health on the South Side of Chicago
August 31st, 2010 by Shorty
Urban Health Initiative & South Side Health Care Collaborative
The Urban Health Initiative (UHI) of University of Chicago and the South Side Health Care Collaborative are committed to better health on the South Side.
UHI is a partnership between the University of Chicago Medical Center, public leaders, community groups and health care professionals. All of these individuals are committed to improving the quality of health for South Side residents. They also attempt to give them access to quality care regardless of income.
The South Side Healthcare Collaborative encourages preventative care by connecting individuals to primary care physicians at community centers. Providers also provide referrals to specialists. The services of SSHC not only helps build a doctor-patient relationship, it also helps to reduce major long-term illnesses and medical expenses for patients which creates financial worries. Nothing beats a peace of mind.
Click on the respective links to learn more about Urban Health Initiative and South Side Healthcare Collaborative and to schedule your appointment today!
Have you had any experiences with either UHI or SSHC? Let us know about them.
Health Alert: Schedule a Health Appointment Today
August 11th, 2010 by Shorty
I spoke to my friend yesterday and she told me about two healthy people who died within the last week. I forgot the age of the young lady, but the young man who died was either 29 or 30 years old. Neither was overweight and there were no known health issues. Although stress is a silent killer,
As a 30-something relatively healthy individual, this freaked me out. I got my check-ups within the past few months and I would like to encourage you all to make appointments today!!!
I don’t know all of the resources available, but I can tell you about two places I’ve used personally.
Christian Community Health Center on 98th & Halsted offers pro-rated rates for services which means that the rate you pay for services is based on your income. When I was was receiving unemployment, I only had to pay the $20 co-pay for all services received.
I have also received care from the South Chicago Health Center. It is a city facility which means you may have two wait a couple hours. I received a full physical for FREE. Illinois Healthy Women offers a pink card for women which allows you to get physicals and family planning options. And, you can walk in and grab condoms out of a big garbage for your protection.
Illinois Breast and Cervical Cancer Program (IBCCP) at Mercy offers free mammograms, breast exams, pelvic exams, Pap tests and cancer treatment to uninsured and underinsured women. Screening is available to all women—regardless of income level—and all women are welcome and encouraged to contact Mercy for an appointment at 312.567.2619. Call Mercy or visit www.cancerscreening.illinois.gov for more information.
I don’t know what is available for men’s health, but I do know there are huge efforts to produce prostate cancer which has grown at alarming rates. Because men tend to neglect their health more than women, programs have grown. Visit Cook County Health System to find out which programs are available.
There are loads of HIV programs throughout the city, just call3-1-1 for information.
That’s all I have for now. What other free and low-cost programs are available in the city??
Special Report: Stay Cool in Chicago’s Heat
July 20th, 2010 by ShortyCooling centers are available at schools, libraries, Chicago Park District facilities and city community service centers. Call 311 for additional information and assistance.
Cooling centers in Chicago:
Englewood Center
845 W. 69th St.
(312) 745-8285
Garfield Center
10 S. Kedzie Ave.
(312) 743-0213
King Center
4314 S. Cottage Grove Ave.
Chicago, IL 60653
(312) 747-2300
North Area Center
4740 N. Sheridan Rd.
(312) 744-2580
South Chicago Center
8759 S. Commercial Ave.
(312) 747-0331
Trina Davila Center
4357 W. Armitage Ave.
(312) 744-2014
Read here to learn more on how to stay cool in Chicago’s Heat. Don’t forget to call and check on seniors!
Black Jewels Ladies’ Golf Association Chicago Chapter Kick-Off – July 25th
July 18th, 2010 by ShortyCome and check out a new Chicago chapter of the Black Jewels Ladies’ Golf Association, the premiere gold group for women of color. The chapter kick-off will be held on Sunday, July 25th from 3:30 – 5:30. All levels of golfers are welcome.
Chicago Department of Public Health South Chicago Clinic
July 15th, 2010 by Shorty
I have been receiving health care services from this facility since I am uninsured, and would like to make other people aware of this health center.
Located at 2938 E. 89th Street, the South Chicago Clinic is one of the southeast side’s best kept secret. It is housed inside a former police department in the South Chicago community.
I don’t know all of the services they provide, but I can attest to the services I’ve received as a single female with no dependents. I was offered the Illinois Healthy Women, a program that allows you to get free female services and birth control. Visit http://www.illinoishealthywomen.com/ for more details.
During my last visit, I was concerned that I couldn’t receive services because I hadn’t received notification of approval or denial. The young lady at the front desk told me not to worry about it; I would still receive care.
My first visit was a little lengthy, but all visits thereafter were much shorter.
Ok, the staff members look really unconcerned, but they are cool. If they weren’t, I would have written about them a long time ago.:)
Just wanted to make you aware that this facility exists and free and low cost services are available. Like I said, I don’t all of the services that are offered at the South Chicago Clinic, but I do know that I am satisfied with my experience.
Free Breakfast & Lunch for Young People Ages 4 – 19
July 7th, 2010 by ShortyDr. William H. Griffin Community Center at the Zion Lutheran Church located on 9901 S. Winston Avenue on Chicago’s South Side is offering free breakfast and lunch to young people ages 4 – 19. See the flyer below for more details.
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