Think back to your first Sex Education class in school, if you were able to take one. The curriculum that covered topics such as relationships, puberty, and reproductive health was probably taught only in the context of cis-hetero relationships, meaning the relationship between a cisgender man and cisgender woman. But what about those who weren’t […]
Continue ReadingLawmakers Pass Bill to Mandate Anti-Bias Training for Obstetric Care Providers in Illinois
The measure is aimed at combating maternal mortality in marginalized groups. If signed into law, it would mandate providers receive one hour of training prior to renewing a state license, starting in July 2026. The Senate passed the bill on a 44-12 vote, following its passage 82-29 in the House in April. It needs only […]
Continue ReadingEverThrive IL Statement on House Bill to Gut Medicaid and SNAP
On May 22, just after dawn, Republicans in Congress voted to advance a bill which will terminate health care for more than 13 million Americans and take food away from more than 4 million kids—all to pay for tax cuts for the wealthy. EverThrive IL is deeply concerned about the impact of this bill, if […]
Continue ReadingAdolescents and Sex Education: Is it really needed?
In recent years, there have been conversations about eliminating sex education in schools across the country. Florida’s Department of Education, for example, has been pressuring school districts in the state to eliminate any comprehensive sex education. If there is any sex education in the curriculum, it must primarily focus on abstinence. What is the difference […]
Continue ReadingEverThrive Illinois Hosts our 3rd Annual Community Baby Shower
On Saturday, April 26th, EverThrive Illinois hosted our Annual Community Baby Shower at the Lawndale Christian Fitness Center in the North Lawndale neighborhood. This event is held to celebrate new and expecting parents in the community, and to provide them with the necessary resources to help them and their families. Before the baby shower started, […]
Continue ReadingHealthy Chicago Podcast Featuring Hailey Steele
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