National Health Corps Chicago Blog

Black Lives Matter.

Current NHC Chicago ‘19-20 member Zach Schreckenberger reflects on how structural and systemic racism impact public health in Chicago.

Current ‘19-20 NHC Chicago member Alison Wong shares how staying resilient and flexible during a pandemic can be beneficial to the community.

Current ‘19-20 NHC Chicago member Meghal Sheth reflects on the impact of COVID-19 on Erie Family Health Centers patients.

Current 19-20 NHC Chicago member Reema talks about her transition to remote service and the new roles she has taken on within Heartland Health.

NHC Chicago ‘19-20 member Prema reflects on her experience of checking in with patients and their families for follow-up appointments.

NHC Chicago ‘19-20 member Emily Fisher shares how she adjusts to virtual service being away from her host site at Northwest Side Housing Center.

NHC Chicago '19-20 member Gabby Towson shares how her role has helped to support disease management education in Chicago.

NHC Chicago '19-20 member Deanndra shares that there is a variety to what healthy eating looks like.

Current member and first-time Chicago visitor Deanndra shares what she looked forward to the most for her service year.

NHC Chicago member Christina Baum discusses the significance of cultural competency when providing health education in Southeast Chicago.