In the heart of rural communities, where the fields stretch far and wide under the open sky, there exists a resilience ingrained in the very fabric of farming life. People often equate this resilience with toughness – a quality deeply revered within the agricultural community, both in physical endurance and mental fortitude. However, as discussions illuminate, this same toughness can sometimes be a double-edged sword, especially when it comes to mental health. The paradox of toughness in farming is evident. Being a good farmer requires resilience to weather challenges, yet this same toughness

Become an Illinois Medicaid-Certified Doula There are two pathway options to qualify for reimbursement for doula services under the Medical Assistance Program: the Training Program Pathway or the Legacy Pathway. A doula must be certified by the Illinois Medicaid-Certified Doula Program, administered by SIU School of Medicine, to obtain a certificate for either pathway. An application must be submitted and approved through SIU's Illinois Medicaid-Certified Doula application system. Upon approval, the doula will receive an Illinois Medicaid-Certified Doula certificate. The certificate is needed

Join us for an upcoming live virtual series, "Planning for the Farm's Future and Yours." The FFRI programs are designed to assist farmers and farm families in developing a succession plan for future generations.

Join us for an upcoming live virtual series, "Planning for the Farm's Future and Yours." The FFRI programs are designed to assist farmers and farm families in developing a succession plan for future generations.

Join us for an upcoming live virtual series, "Planning for the Farm's Future and Yours." The FFRI programs are designed to assist farmers and farm families in developing a succession plan for future generations.

Cervical cancer occurs most often in people over age 30. It results in about 11,500 new cases in the United States each year, and about 4,000 deaths, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Screening tests and the HPV vaccine can help prevent cervical cancer. When cervical cancer is found early, it is highly treatable and associated with long survival and good quality of life. In the digital era, telehealth has emerged as a powerful ally in the fight against cervical cancer. Read on to learn how telehealth is playing a pivotal role in raising awareness for cervical cancer

Cervical cancer occurs most often in people over age 30. It results in about 11,500 new cases in the United States each year, and about 4,000 deaths, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Screening tests and the HPV vaccine can help prevent cervical cancer. When cervical cancer is found early, it is highly treatable and associated with long survival and good quality of life. In the digital era, telehealth has emerged as a powerful ally in the fight against cervical cancer. Read on to learn how telehealth is playing a pivotal role in raising awareness for cervical cancer

Cervical cancer occurs most often in people over age 30. It results in about 11,500 new cases in the United States each year, and about 4,000 deaths, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Screening tests and the HPV vaccine can help prevent cervical cancer. When cervical cancer is found early, it is highly treatable and associated with long survival and good quality of life. In the digital era, telehealth has emerged as a powerful ally in the fight against cervical cancer. Read on to learn how telehealth is playing a pivotal role in raising awareness for cervical cancer

A trio of School of Medicine graduate students put their presentation skills to the test at the Three-Minute Thesis (3MT) competition on the Carbondale campus February 2. They summarized their research in 3 minutes or less using a single PowerPoint slide.

A trio of School of Medicine graduate students put their presentation skills to the test at the Three-Minute Thesis (3MT) competition on the Carbondale campus February 2. They summarized their research in 3 minutes or less using a single PowerPoint slide.