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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

Living Well in Kane County: Resources for Older Adults and Caregivers​​

Tuesday, December 17, 2024

KCHD has partnered with AgeGuide to provide this free, virtual event to guide older adults, their families and caregivers through a wide array of resources available in Kane County. Participants will learn about health services, access to benefits, caregiving support, financial and legal assistance, and community programs that support independence and well-being. Spanish translation available.

Register today, and submit questions that you’d like addressed in the presentation or Q&A session.


Register for 12pm - 1:30pm webinar​
Register for 7pm - 8:30pm webinar​

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View recordings of past events

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 Knowles​Untitled design (35).png
Description: 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 Center​

Episode 3: Together in Birth: Community Doulas Empowering Families​

Episode 2: Parenting During the Holidays with our Early Childhood Mental Health Consultants



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