Kane County Health Matters is a series of presentations and conversations organized by our team of public health professionals at the Kane County Health Department and local health experts covering a wide range of topics such as common health conditions, general health, behavioral and mental health, and wellness.
Kane County organizations, we welcome you to join our podcasts or webinars and share your insights! For more information, email: healthmatters@kanecountyil.gov
Upcoming Events
Click on title to register and obtain Zoom link. The Kane County System of Care also offers free monthly
children's mental health trainings that anyone involved in the wellbeing of children is welcome to attend.
July 24, 2024: Watch Me Grow! Supporting Children Through the 5 Domains of Child Development and Kane County Health Department Free Early Childhood Programs
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April 24, 2024: The Effects of Domestic Violence on Children
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March 20, 2024: Substance Misuse and Overdose
March 13, 2024: Impact of Trauma on Children
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February 28, 2024: Parent Discussions on Substance Use Prevention
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NEW! Episode 9: The Adultification of Latina WomenIn this episode, we explore adultification and its unique impact on Latina women and girls, especially in Kane County, where 32% of the population is Hispanic or Latine. Our guest explains how Latina girls are often viewed as more mature than they are, sharing personal stories and discussing the stereotypes and cultural expectations behind this perception.
We dive into how adultification affects mental health, educational opportunities, and career prospects, while also examining the role of family and community in either reinforcing or challenging these pressures. Lastly, we discuss ways to cope with and resist these societal expectations, and how listeners can support Latina women.
