A Closer Look at Men's Health: Risks, Screenings, and Prevention
Men die almost 6 years earlier than women are almost 4 times more likely to die by suicide in Illinois. This June, we’re recognizing Men’s Health Awareness Month and discussing how Illinois is taking ...
2 Juni 202517min
Measles 101: What It Is, Why It's Dangerous, and How to Stay Protected
Measles has returned to Illinois, and case counts across the United States have now exceeded 1,000. We’ve seen your questions and heard your concerns, and now we have answers. In this episode of This...
20 Maj 202521min
Delivering Change: Improving Maternal and Infant Health in Illinois
In this episode of This is Public Health, we're covering the important topic of maternal and infant health and what we’re doing to improve health outcomes in Illinois. Join us for a conversation with ...
12 Maj 202522min
Workforce Matters: Investing in People, Impacting Communities
In this episode of This is Public Health, we’re diving into the future of Illinois’ public health workforce. Join us for a conversation with Kristin Rzeczkowski, Workforce Director at the Illinois Dep...
15 Apr 202511min
30 Days of Public Health: A Conversation with IDPH's Director
Public health is everywhere—protecting us from disease, ensuring access to care, and responding to crises. But what happens when funding cuts threaten its impact? In this special episode, IDPH’s Direc...
1 Apr 202514min
The State of Behavioral Health: Insights from Illinois Experts
Mental health and substance use disorder are deeply connected, yet stigma and systemic barriers often prevent people from accessing the care they need. In this important episode of This Is Public Heal...
26 Mars 202522min
Racism as a Public Health Crisis: What are We Going to Do About It?
In this episode of This is Public Health, we're exploring how racism impacts health outcomes and what actions are being taken to create more equitable communities. Dr. Janice Phillips, Assistant Direc...
4 Mars 202523min
From Awareness to Action: Tackling Chronic Disease with Health Equity in Mind
In this episode of This is Public Health, we explore the crucial issue of chronic disease prevention through the lens of health equity. Our guests, Dr. David Chung, a family practice physician from Sp...
4 Feb 202536min
