CHICAGO – To raise awareness of preventable breast cancer screenings, state Rep. Lakesia Collins, D-Chicago, is highlighting Breast Cancer Awareness month. “We have made immense strides in breast cancer treatment, prevention and research, but it’s not enough,” said...
CHICAGO – To bring awareness to unsafe sleep for infants, state Rep. Lakesia Collins, D-Chicago, is highlighting October as Infant Safe Sleep Awareness month. “Being a working parent isn’t easy, especially for children under one years old,” said Collins. “This...
CHICAGO – To ensure residents are prepared for a fire emergency, state Rep. Lakesia Collins, D-Chicago, is encouraging residents to take part in Fire Prevention Safety Week. “Unfortunately, you can never predict when a disaster will strike, but you can always prepare...
CHICAGO – As the weather begins to cool down, state Rep. Lakesia Collins, D-Chicago, is highlighting opportunities for assistance for low-income residents to heat their home this fall and winter. “One thing that families should not have to worry about this year is how...
CHICAGO – To ensure residents are aware of all vaccine availability, state Rep. Lakesia Collins, D-Chicago, is highlighting the recommendation of the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) for high-risk populations to get a COVID-19 Vaccine Booster. “As...
CHICAGO – To give students access to mental health resources, state Rep. Lakesia Collins, D-Chicago, is highlighting a new law she supported that requires educational institutions to provide suicide prevention information on student identification cards. “Attending a...