“Improving healthcare outcomes and reducing the disparities present in the Southland and across Cook County begins with making sure everyone in Cook County has convenient and local access to fresh produce and food,” said Cook County Commissioner Donna Miller.
#DonnaMiller
The report found that overall, cardiovascular disease-related deaths occur more frequently in CCDPH’s South jurisdiction, which has a substantial Black population, compared to the Southwest jurisdiction, whose population is predominantly white.
“By empowering individuals to take control of their own heart health, we can improve outcomes throughout the county and create a healthier community."
#CPRAwareness
Monica M. Gordon: "We are watching our reproductive rights and liberties disintegrate before our eyes, following last night’s report about the future of Roe v. Wade."
#abortion #roevwade
The Ten Shared Principles were first created by the Illinois NAACP and the Illinois Association of Chiefs of Police in 2018 to improve policing throughout the state and ensure all individuals are treated with dignity and respect by law enforcement.
Whether it’s providing free mentoring to young people or using money from her own pocket to buy Christmas presents for those in need, Lamekia has devoted her life to giving back to others. I’m so proud to give this year’s Unsung Heroine Award to Lamekia and spotlight the work she is doing.
“As a very diverse district, I have made it my mission to work with federal, state, and local
leaders and organizations to bring services to our region.”