West Cook News

The annual Women’s Wellness event hosted by the Cicero Health Department welcomed hundreds of women on May 29, 2024, at the Cicero Community Center. The wellness event commenced at 1 p.m., offering a variety of services to the community.

“We are really grateful to have everybody that showed up here today. We are offering Thai chi, sound therapy, B12 shots and of course health screenings,” said Director of Public Health Operations Vanessa Parrish. “We have haircuts, nail trimmings so it’s a nice way for women to take the time to pamper themselves a little bit.”

Women were able to sign up for raffles and receive information from various community organizations.

“With the support of our town president we are able to host these events,” said Director Parrish. “For these types of events we like to offer more interactive type of services so everyone can take away something from this that’s a little bit more significant and more impactful.”

Medical services were available inside the gym, where attendees could also participate in different classes if they wished.

“Our clinic is offering blood pressure screenings, height and weight measurements, other vital signs checks, blood work which would include lipids and diabetes screeners,” said Medical Director Dr. Katherine Skurski. “I think this is a really great opportunity to bring to light the importance of having all of the women and residents in our community come in and really start to take care of themselves.”

The Cicero Health Department invited several vendors who provided information for new mothers, senior citizens, and others.

“The focus is getting everybody the preventative care they need,” added Dr. Skurski.

Following today's screenings, the Cicero Health Department will call each patient to discuss their results.

The Cicero Health Department operates Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. To make an appointment please call 708-656-3600 ext. 147.