Chicago at a Crossroads: Building Next Generation Care Together
In the aftermath of a global pandemic, a strong health care ecosystem is more critical than ever. Technology and telehealth have improved care and access, but health systems are facing challenging financial headwinds and workforce pressures. How will this sector
Behavioral Health Support in the Workplace
Presented by the Chicagoland Chamber Healthcare Council Although there is no simple solution for employers to identify mental and behavioral health issues among employees, employers can mitigate workplace crises by establishing a comprehensive prevention and response strategy to effectively support
Supporting Your Employees’ Mental Health and Wellbeing
Presented by the Chicagoland Chamber Healthcare Council In the wake of the ongoing pandemic, it’s no surprise that feelings of anxiety, depression, and burnout have increasingly affected employees. Employers have noticed and are progressively addressing employees’ mental health. While the uncertainty of the pandemic
Digital Health 2.0
The global pandemic tested the limits of health equity and ease of care, forcing technological innovations to the forefront. What does this period of accelerated technological advancements mean for the healthcare system, and what lessons can we learn from the
Stigma, Bias, and Barriers to Care: Understanding Obesity as a Health Equity Issue
Recent data from the CDC has shown a drastic increase in the number of states where at least 35% of residents are affected by obesity, highlighting persistent disparities. Factors such as education, income, race, and environmental conditions play a significant
Why Companies Are Making Health Disparities Their Business
Presented by the Chicagoland Chamber Healthcare Council Studies have shown that healthy employees and communities are good for business. So when considering public health improvements in our region, what role do companies play? How can you, as employers, better factor
Mental Health in the Workplace
Presented by Emerging Leaders Chicago The Chicago Psychoanalytic Institute will host a presentation regarding mental health in the workplace on May 29. From a lens of psychoanalytic conceptualization, Dr. David Brooks will speak to the difficulties that can arise for
Member News: AHA Workplace Wellness Symposium Explores Workplace Wellness
Chamber member the American Heart Association is hosting its annual Chicago Workplace Wellness Symposium on June 8 at the UIC Forum. This one-day learning and networking event seeks to connect Chicago's top leaders in workplace wellness. The event is expected
Emerging Leaders Fireside Chat with Patrice DeCorrevont
The Fireside Chat Series provides an exclusive opportunity for Emerging Leaders to learn from savvy business professionals; sharing tips, lessons learned, insights to the industry, and some personal mantras. Each quarter a young professional will lead the interview with an