As the holidays approach, we could all use the reminder to slow down, and enjoy the season. Especially those who have recently experienced a heart-attack or stroke. As I can attest to personally, a life-changing health experience may mean you
Operation Revive AED Project
It’s shockingly simple to restart a heart…
with an Automated External Defibrillator (AED). But AEDs don’t work if we can’t find them. When seconds count – locating the nearest AED can be a matter of life and death.
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Womens’ Health Night
The Illinois Heart & Lung Foundation Women’s Health Night is an annual event featuring issues, speakers, resources and much more… all related to women and their health and wellness.
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Continuing Medical Education [CME]
The Illinois Heart & Lung Foundation (IHLF) Continuing Medical Education (CME) Program exists to enhance the overall education and skill level of physicians and other health care providers.
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Illinois Heart & Lung Foundation News
Attacking a New Initiative
The Attack Asthma Camp is being designed through a partnership with the Multicultural Leadership Program (MCLP). MCLP is an intense professional program focusing on developing leaders for our communities from diverse backgrounds. The program provides a structure for learning and
Kai’s Survival Story
Sudden Cardiac Arrest can happen to anyone — even our children. The Bates-Diop family was gracious enough to share their story of survival. Kai Bates-Diop, a 16-year old athlete at University High School, had a life-threatening incident in which his
Keeping the Beat
We had yet another successful Stayin’ Alive Defibrillator Drive on Saturday August 26th! An evening of fun, dinner, and donations enabled us to meet our fundraising goal! We are so appreciative of all those who attended the event, generously donated items
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