PP4H Recognized By the Illinois Dept. of Public Health For Its Health Initiatives

Every year during National Public Health Week and National Minority Health Month (April), the Illinois Dept. of Public Health recognizes individuals and organizations for their efforts in promoting health, prevention and advancing health equity. This year, Proviso Partners for Health and Loyola’s School based Health Center at Proviso East High School (www.loyolasbhc.org/ ­­) have been given this award.
 
These honorees, known as Public Health Champions, demonstrate leadership, courage, and commitment in their support and efforts to improve the community's health.  Furthermore, honorees are considered forward-thinking and visionary in striving to develop and implement innovative programs.

Left to right: Kena Noland, CLOCC; Adam Becker, CLOCC; Yolanda Pham, Loyola student; Deniene Willis, PP4H Community Improvement Advisor; Shanika Blanton PhD, PP4H Program Manager; Juana Ballesteros, IDPH; Sue Flanagan, PP4H, Mary Mora, PP4H; Lena Hatchett PhD, PP4H Executive Lead, Sarah Welch, CLOCC; Blair Harvey, PHIMC; Ann Andreoni, RN PP4H & Loyola School of Nursing, Dominique Johnson, CLOCC.