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. Kane County subject matter experts, we welcome you to join our podcasts or webinars and share your insights! Submit your idea here.
Kane County Health Matters Webinars
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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Kane County HealthTalk Podcast
NEW! Lung Cancer Prevention with Hillary KnowlesDescription: In this special Lung Cancer Awareness Month episode, we sit down with Hillary Knowles, Lung Screening Nurse Navigator at Rush Copley Medical Group, to discuss the importance of early detection, the ins and outs of lung cancer screenings, and resources available for tobacco users. Hillary shares her expertise on risk factors, eligibility for screenings, and practical tips to reduce lung cancer risks. Learn how these lifesaving screenings can make a difference and what you can do to protect your lung health. Whether you're a tobacco user, a concerned loved one, or simply curious about lung health, this episode is packed with vital information.
Listen to past episodes
Episode 4: Smiles for the Future: Nurturing Children's Dental Health with Well Child CenterEpisode 3: Together in Birth: Community Doulas Empowering FamiliesEpisode 2: Parenting During the Holidays with our Early Childhood Mental Health Consultants