Think you have what it takes to live on Mars? Dr. Nathan Jones thought he did. Late one night, the Springfield emergency medicine physician clicked a link on his computer and fell down a rabbit hole that led to a year-long simulation experiment with NASA. Join us as he shares stories about an out-of-this-world endurance test. In person: SIU School of Medicine South Auditorium, 801 North Rutledge, Springfield Online: Mars Mission Debriefing WEBINAR LOG-IN INFORMATION Date and time: Thursday, September 26, 2024 12:00 PM | (UTC-05:00) Central Time (US & Canada) Join link: https://siumed.webex.com

Think you have what it takes to live on Mars? Dr. Nathan Jones thought he did. Late one night, the Springfield emergency medicine physician clicked a link on his computer and fell down a rabbit hole that led to a year-long simulation experiment with NASA. Join us as he shares stories about an out-of-this-world endurance test. In person: SIU School of Medicine South Auditorium, 801 North Rutledge, Springfield Online: Mars Mission Debriefing WEBINAR LOG-IN INFORMATION Date and time: Thursday, September 26, 2024 12:00 PM | (UTC-05:00) Central Time (US & Canada) Join link: https://siumed.webex.com

Think you have what it takes to live on Mars? Dr. Nathan Jones thought he did. Late one night, the Springfield emergency medicine physician clicked a link on his computer and fell down a rabbit hole that led to a year-long simulation experiment with NASA. Join us as he shares stories about an out-of-this-world endurance test. In person: SIU School of Medicine South Auditorium, 801 North Rutledge, Springfield Online: Mars Mission Debriefing WEBINAR LOG-IN INFORMATION Date and time: Thursday, September 26, 2024 12:00 PM | (UTC-05:00) Central Time (US & Canada) Join link: https://siumed.webex.com

Everyone knows how frustrating a bad night’s sleep is, but chronic sleeplessness doesn’t just make you tired, it can kill you. Read more about why good sleep is essential for a healthy heart.

Harness the power of music. Music is a powerful tool, especially for those with dementia. Songs that were a part of someone's formative years, even for those who are typically non-verbal, can often be a way to connect and communicate. That's the power Sing by Heart taps into. A supportive and joyful musical experience for persons with dementia and their caregivers, the program promotes social connection, creative expression and improved quality of life. Thanks to the partnership with the Springfield Choral Society , Sing by Heart combines the professional musical talents with a program

Harness the power of music. Music is a powerful tool, especially for those with dementia. Songs that were a part of someone's formative years, even for those who are typically non-verbal, can often be a way to connect and communicate. That's the power Sing by Heart taps into. A supportive and joyful musical experience for persons with dementia and their caregivers, the program promotes social connection, creative expression and improved quality of life. Thanks to the partnership with the Springfield Choral Society , Sing by Heart combines the professional musical talents with a program

Dr. Jeffrey Olejnik becomes one of four area providers with North American Menopause Society certification

Dr. Jeffrey Olejnik becomes one of four area providers with North American Menopause Society certification

The Alliance for Women in Medicine and Science (AWIMS) will host the Colors of Health Fashion Show and Community Engagement Awards on Friday, Sept. 6, at the Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. 6th St., Springfield, Ill. This annual event celebrates the vibrant intersection of community engagement and health through fashion. The evening will begin with a reception at 5 p.m., followed by the fashion show at 6 p.m. Tickets are available for $20 and can be purchased online . Proceeds from the event will benefit the Springfield Immigrant Advocacy Network. This grassroots advocacy organization

The Alliance for Women in Medicine and Science (AWIMS) will host the Colors of Health Fashion Show and Community Engagement Awards on Friday, Sept. 6, at the Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. 6th St., Springfield, Ill. This annual event celebrates the vibrant intersection of community engagement and health through fashion. The evening will begin with a reception at 5 p.m., followed by the fashion show at 6 p.m. Tickets are available for $20 and can be purchased online . Proceeds from the event will benefit the Springfield Immigrant Advocacy Network. This grassroots advocacy organization