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ACCESS Regional Medical Director, Dr. Audrey Tanksley joined Governor Pritzker and members of the Illinois Legislative Black Caucus to discuss landmark legislation that improves healthcare equity across Illinois.  

available to those in need and believes that patient education makes a big difference in health care outcomes ... outcomes. Kari speaks Spanish and in her spare time enjoys reading, playing tennis, camping, church

Ali-Khan earned her medical degree in India and completed her residency in Chicago. She practices with a holistic ... is fluent in Urdu and outside of work enjoys reading and staying current on advancements in medicine.

Gabriel Borjas Reyes earned his Master of Science in Physician Assistant Practice from Rosalind Franklin ... Originally born in Venezuela, Gabriel immigrated to the United States at a young age, was raised in Florida ... dancing, baking, and cooking. He is fluent in Spanish. 

folic acid will help prevent serious birth defects in your baby. But what is folic acid and how do you ... cells in your body grow and develop normally. Folic acid is the man-made form of folate used in supplements ... Because a lot of important brain growth happens in the first weeks before women know they’re pregnant

using the “SMART” goal method. Developed in 1981, the “SMART” criteria can be used ... out junk food. Be intentional to identify an area in your life you would like to focus on – it’s ... along the way. If you want to be more active, add in a specific number of hours you want to work out each

Patel received his Master of Science in Nursing from DePaul University in Chicago where he also earned a post-master's ... post-master's certificate in advanced practice nursing. He is licensed by the American Nurses Credentialing ... of the community and providing high-quality care in order to improve individual’s wellbeing. As a provider

University of Illinois Hospital in Chicago. He is board-certified in obstetrics and gynecology and ...  Dr. Oronsaye was born in Nigeria but has spent more than half of his life in the United States. He is ... is accustomed to practicing in underserved communities and enjoys working to help patients with limited

her medical degree from the University of Tampere in Tampere, Finland, and completed her residency at ... Physicians. Dr. Innola believes in empowering patients to become experts in their own health through education ... communities in which she started through her residency program. Dr. Innola is fluent in Finnish. In her

Genesis Arriola received her Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Miami and is credentialed ... Nurse Credentialing Center. Genesis loves working in community health care because it allows her to be ... health goals. Genesis was born in the Dominican Republic and grew up in Florida before moving to Chicago

In 2017, it was reported that more than 30 million U.S. adults were living with diabetes according to ... those diagnosed, Latinos make up almost 13 percent. In fact, Puerto Ricans alone are 1.8 times more likely ... longer to cook, so don’t forget to factor that in.  2. Make a salad – Enjoy your meals with

Control your sugar intakeSugar is always in the news — and not in a good way. Too much sugar increases ... ending “syrup” or “ose”) in one of the first five ingredients. 4. Get at least ... Here’s a simple routine to try: 1 minute jog in place, 1 minute reverse lunges, 1 minute squats,

Older adults should take the time to check in with their provider while they are well too. For Medicare ... specialists or other doctors you see, and anything in your medical history you want your provider to know ... Medicare wellness visit cost? If you are enrolled in Medicare Part B and have not had a wellness visit

about afterward? Is there a history of addiction in my family? Take the following mental experiment: How ... month? Interested? Scared you can't? Try it in real life. Were you able? Do you feel healthier ... and women no more than one serving(s) of alcohol in a day, and do not drink every day. Drinking more

seniors, even if they received immunizations earlier in life. Your household may be home to a variety of ... boomers and beyond. Nearly 60.6 million Americans live in a multigenerational household. This is defined as ... that includes both grandparents and grandchildren. In 2022, it was estimated that nationwide, 2.5 million