Yearly Archives: 2017
The Art of Bull Riding
By: Ashmar Mandou Bull riding is a way of life for Brazilian native Luis Blanco, who began riding at the tender age of 12 after being inspired by his cousins…. Read more
Former Chicago Trafficking Victim to Speak at Illinois Holocaust Museum
January is National Human Trafficking Awareness Month. On January 12, Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center and YWCA Evanston/North Shore in partnership with Illinois DCFS and other local organizations, will… Read more
Share Your Stories Through Chicago Voices
Last year through Lyric Unlimited’s groundbreaking Chicago Voices initiative, three incredibly unique groups were selected for a “once-in-a-lifetime” experience to bring their community’s stories to life through song. Now, Lyric… Read more
Public Building Commissioner Welcomes New Leader
By: Ashmar Mandou The Public Building Commission (PBC) welcomed Carina Sanchez as its new Executive Director, Mayor Rahm Emanuel announced this week. “As a native Chicagoan, I am honored to… Read more
Health Advocates Optimistic About Sugary Drink Tax Proposal
Health advocates on Monday expressed optimism that a tax on sugary drinks is being considered as part of the bipartisan Senate budget proposal filed in Springfield. “We are grateful for… Read more
For Seniors, Having a Partner Helps Cut Hip Fracture Risk
Research from Spain confirms that senior women are three times more likely than their male peers to fracture a hip but also finds risk factors differ for men and women…. Read more
Mammograms Tied to Over Diagnosis of Breast Cancer
Widespread breast cancer screening may catch smaller, slow-growing tumors that are unlikely to be fatal without curbing the diagnosis of advanced cancer cases, a Danish study suggests. Diagnosis rates for… Read more
CCHHS Part of First Study to Test Efficacy and Safety of a New HIV-Prevention Medication
Cook County Health & Hospitals System’s (CCHHS) Ruth M. Rothstein CORE Center is taking part in the first large-scale clinical trial of a long-acting injectable drug for HIV prevention. The… Read more
‘Cybercycling’ During Gym Class Tied to Better School Behavior
Kids with behavioral problems may do better in school when they get to play virtual-reality games on stationary bikes instead of participating in traditional gym class activities, a small study… Read more
Polar Opposites
by Daniel Nardini I have two friends named Bill and Steve. They are both nice guys, and have done a lot for me in the past which I am grateful… Read more »