Kane County Health Matters is a series of presentations and conversations featuring local health experts covering a wide range of topics such as common health conditions, general health, behavioral and mental health, and wellness. To learn about new webinars, podcast episodes, and health articles, as well as local events and health alerts, sign up to receive news by email.
How to Prevent an Opioid Overdose with Naloxone Nasal Spray
Learn the signs of an opioid overdose and how to effectively use naloxone to reverse an opioid overdose and potentially save a life. We will also share the locations in Kane County where you can get free naloxone with no prescription. Use a link below to RSVP for an upcoming presentation:
Understanding ACEs: The Impact of Childhood Trauma on Lifelong Health
September 16, 2025
12:00pm - 1:00pm
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Join Lorena Nunez, Early Childhood Program Manager at the Kane County Health Department, for a free and informative Zoom session on Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs). Learn how early trauma can affect long-term health, discover tools for building resilience in children, and explore trauma-informed approaches to care. This session will also highlight local resources and practical strategies you can use every day to support children's well-being.
El Impacto del Trauma Infantil en la Salud a lo Largo de la Vida
Septiembre 19, 2025
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Únase a Lorena Núñez, Gerente del Programa de Primera Infancia en el Departamento de Salud del Condado de Kane, para una sesión gratuita e informativa de Zoom sobre Experiencias Adversas en la Infancia (ACE). Aprenda cómo el trauma temprano puede afectar la salud a largo plazo, descubra herramientas para desarrollar la resiliencia en los niños y explore enfoques de atención informados sobre el trauma. Esta sesión también destacará los recursos locales y las estrategias prácticas que puede usar todos los días para apoyar el bienestar de los niños.
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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