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The Illinois Academy of Physician Assistants (IAPA) hosted its Fall CME conference in Rosemont in October, its first since 2019. The group welcomed Physician Assistants, providing a platform for networking, honing skills and expertise in patient care and fostering a spirit of camaraderie.

With avian influenza (bird flu) becoming a concern across the United States, it’s important for hunters to understand how to stay safe while handling wild birds. Bird flu is caused by highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) viruses that can infect wild and domestic birds. In rare cases these viruses can spread to humans. Here’s what hunters should know to protect themselves, their families and their communities. Understanding bird flu Avian influenza viruses primarily infect birds but they can occasionally infect mammals including humans. Wild waterfowl such as ducks and geese are natural

In collaboration with the Illinois Cancer Partnership and Simmons Cancer Insitute at SIU, the Illinois Department of Public Health has released the 2016-2021 Illinois Comprehensive Cancer Control Plan . This plan provides a framework to reduce the cancer burden in Illinois through the implementation of high need, high feasibility, and evidence-based strategies. It is intended for individuals and organizations to mobilize for policy, environmental, and system change; health equity advocacy; program development; clinical improvements; evaluation and surveillance enhancements; and other cancer

SAVE THE DATE. Please mark your calendars for a day of learning, networking, and advocacy at the Illinois Dermatology Trainee Advocacy Day virtual conference! Join us over Zoom for a day of conversation with leaders in the field, focused on inspiring and connecting trainees at all levels to become advocates for health equity in dermatology and beyond. Please follow our Twitter page to receive up to date information

Background The Illinois General Assembly passed new legislative educational mandates for healthcare professionals addressing two pressing issues: Opioid Safe Prescribing Practices , in response to the current opioid crisis Sexual harassment prevention , in response to the #MeToo movement All licensed healthcare providers should be aware of these requirements as outlined below. The SIU Continuing Professional Development Office is committed to helping you meet these requirements. Several online modules from reputable sources have been compiled below. Please note that all physician licenses are

Southern Illinois University School of Medicine and the University of Chicago Medicine will use a $1.13 million federal grant to study the opioid epidemic affecting the state’s 16 southernmost counties. The joint effort will initially focus on learning how and why people use opioids such as heroin, fentanyl and prescription painkillers for non-medical reasons and examine the impact on health. People with opioid use disorder, particularly those who inject the drugs, are more vulnerable to outbreaks of HIV, hepatitis and other infections. The researchers hope their work sheds light on the region

Health equity is the state in which everyone has a fair and just opportunity to attain their best health. Research has shown that the social determinants of health, the daily aspects of a person’s life that occur outside the doctor’s office, also affect well-being. Gender is another major factor, with care across the gender spectrum markedly impacted by the COVID pandemic. Local, state, and national policymakers and healthcare providers have begun setting goals to improve gender health equity and equality. What can be done close to home to improve the health and quality of life for ALL our

As part of National Farm Safety and Health Week 2021, SIU Medicine reaffirms their dedication to farm safety and health. This week and throughout the year, our team of physicians and academic professionals strive to raise awareness about mental health care for adults and children throughout southern Illinois. It was in this spirit of community care that SIU School of Medicine created the pioneering program, the Farm Family Resource Initiative . Illinois allows kids 5 mental health days off from school A child in Illinois can soon take up to 5 days off from school for mental or behavioral

Welcome to Illuminate the Night An evening benefiting the Smith Alzheimer’s Center at the Crowne Plaza in Springfield Join us for an island-themed evening that will whisk you to the tropics! Indulge in a themed menu, enjoy tropical entertainment and bid on exciting live auction items. Illuminate the Night is an upscale casual event dedicated to advancing Alzheimer’s research, strengthening outreach programs and enhancing the lives of those we serve. Your attendance and contributions remain in the community, directly supporting the Smith Alzheimer's Center at SIU Medicine's essential programs

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