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Access Community Health Network ACCESS proudly serves as the medical home for more than 150,000 patients. For more information, visit www.achn.net. For more information, visit: www.achn.net.

ACCESS is your family's medical home for preventive and primary care and offers patient-centered health services to more than 150,000 patients annually. With 35 community health centers located throughout Chicago and the surrounding suburbs, ACCESS is also one of the largest networks of community health centers in the nation. PIN-A-SISTER™/EXAMINATE COMADRE™: https://www.facebook.com/PinASister


We encourage your comments on ACCESS’ various pages, and hope you participate in the conversations. We can’t respond to every comment, particularly those that deal with personal medical issues. To ensure the privacy of your personal health information, please remember that whatever you post on ACCESS’ pages will be seen by others. We expect a basic level of civility; disagreements are fine, but mutual respect is required. Profanity or abusive language will be deleted and could lead to being blocked. ACCESS is not responsible for any personal information posted by any individuals outside of ACCESS.

21/05/2026

We had a blast last Friday as ACCESS' Older Adult Services held its fourth Senior Social event!

These free community events aim to provide seniors with meaningful opportunities to connect, not only with each other, but with the health and community resources that support their well-being.

This month’s social featured interactive planting led by Star Farm Chicago 🌱, community and health resources sharing, and fresh produce to take home, bringing our mission to life beyond our health center walls.

Thank you and our community partners Chicago Commons, Xilin Association, Social Security Administration, Chicago Department of Family and Support Services, SHARE Network, MHN My Home Nurses LLC, Alzheimer's Association

Don't forget to RSVP for our youth game night!🎮✨To RSVP, visit: https://bit.ly/42qaFK2__________________________________...
20/05/2026

Don't forget to RSVP for our youth game night!🎮✨
To RSVP, visit: https://bit.ly/42qaFK2
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¡No olvides confirmar tu asistencia a nuestra noche de juegos para jóvenes! 🎮✨
Para confirmar tu asistencia, visita: https://bit.ly/42qaFK2

20/05/2026

This Mental Health Awareness Month, IDHS is highlighting the Illinois Warm Line — a free, confidential support line that has supported Illinoisans since 2008. 💚

When you call, you’ll connect with professionals with lived expertise in mental health and substance use recovery who meet you where you are and support your personal wellness journey.

📅 Monday–Saturday | 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
📞 Call 866-359-7953

You are not alone. Support is here.

Vaccines are one of the best ways to protect your child's health from preventable diseases. Visit https://bit.ly/3JieSco...
20/05/2026

Vaccines are one of the best ways to protect your child's health from preventable diseases. Visit https://bit.ly/3JieSco to learn more and make an appointment with your ACCESS provider.

19/05/2026

From taking a stroll, to biking and even picnics, here are some fun ways to stay active in Chicago as summer approaches!

Discover more fun activities for the whole family by visiting https://bit.ly/44UjSfv

Las vacunas son una de las mejores maneras de proteger la salud de sus hijos de enfermedades prevenibles. Visite https:/...
18/05/2026

Las vacunas son una de las mejores maneras de proteger la salud de sus hijos de enfermedades prevenibles. Visite https://bit.ly/419zXMm para obtener más información o programar una cita con su proveedor de ACCESS.

¿Sabía que el programa ACCESS Westside Healthy Start ofrece apoyo y recursos a través de nuestras sesiones de educación ...
15/05/2026

¿Sabía que el programa ACCESS Westside Healthy Start ofrece apoyo y recursos a través de nuestras sesiones de educación de grupo: Embarazo 101 para las familias que residen en los vecindarios de Austin, Humboldt Park, North Lawndale, East Garfield Park y West Garfield Park?

Las clases son todos los martes, de 12:00 p.m. a 2:00 p.m.

Para inscribirse en estas sesiones, visite https://bit.ly/4vWDHyo

May is Mental Health Awareness Month! Take some time every day to care for your mental well-being with these simple tips...
14/05/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month! Take some time every day to care for your mental well-being with these simple tips.

ACCESS offers comprehensive behavioral health services to support your whole health.

👉 Learn more or schedule an appointment https://bit.ly/4cXO4sP

Join ACCESS for a youth game night that’s all about connection, conversation, and learning in a supportive space. 🎮✨ Th...
13/05/2026

Join ACCESS for a youth game night that’s all about connection, conversation, and learning in a supportive space. 🎮✨ This interactive event invites young people to team up, explore different perspectives, and engage, all in a judgment-free environment.

To RSVP, visit: https://bit.ly/42qaFK2
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Únete a ACCESS para una noche de juegos juvenil centrada en la conexión, la conversación y el aprendizaje en un espacio de apoyo. 🎮✨ Este evento interactivo invita a los jóvenes a formar equipos, explorar diferentes perspectivas e interactuar en un especio libre de juicios.

Para confirmar tu asistencia, visita: https://bit.ly/42qaFK2

13/05/2026

5/20/26 UPDATE: Confirmatory testing by CDC did not detect hantavirus in the previously reported suspected Winnebago County case. The resident is no longer considered a potential hantavirus case and no further public health action is needed.
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You may have seen hantavirus in the news lately following an outbreak linked to a cruise ship. Here’s what Illinois residents should know. ⬇️

At this time, Illinois has not been notified of any residents connected to the cruise ship outbreak, and the current risk to Illinois communities remains very low.

You may also see news about a separate hantavirus case in Illinois. That case is NOT RELATED to the cruise ship outbreak and does not involve the Andes virus strain linked to rare person-to-person spread. Take a deep breath and keep reading. We'll explain.

Hantaviruses are a family of viruses mainly spread through contact with infected rodents, including their urine, droppings, or saliva. Symptoms can start with fever, fatigue, muscle aches, headache, nausea, or stomach pain and may later include coughing and trouble breathing.

The Andes virus is the only hantavirus known to spread person to person, and that type of spread is rare and usually involves close contact. The rodents that carry Andes virus are not found in the United States.

While hantavirus infections are rare, they are not new or uncommon in the U.S., including Illinois. Public health teams regularly monitor and prepare for rodent-borne illnesses.

You can reduce your risk by:
➡️ Sealing holes and gaps where rodents can enter
➡️ Storing food securely
➡️ Using traps if needed
➡️ Cleaning rodent droppings carefully with disinfectant and gloves instead of sweeping

If you develop symptoms after possible rodent exposure, contact a health care provider and mention the exposure.

IDPH continues coordinating with health care providers, local health departments, and emergency management partners to monitor the situation and remain prepared to respond quickly if needed.

📰Read our full statement: https://dph.illinois.gov/resource-center/news/2026/may/idph-update-on-hantavirus.html

Did you know, the ACCESS Westside Healthy Start program offers support and resources through our Pregnancy 101 Group Edu...
12/05/2026

Did you know, the ACCESS Westside Healthy Start program offers support and resources through our Pregnancy 101 Group Education Sessions for growing families living in the Austin, Humboldt Park, North Lawndale, East Garfield Park, and West Garfield Park neighborhoods?

Classes are held every Tuesday from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

To sing up for these sessions, visit https://bit.ly/4vWDHyo

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