Mayor Pineda Leads Residents in a Virtual Physical Activity Challenge to Boost Physical Activity Nationwide Mayor Ruben Pineda is joining thirty-one other mayors in a nationwide initiative to reduce heart disease and stroke, the nation’s No. 1 killer, by encouraging residents to get up and get moving. Mayor Pineda kicked off West Chicago’s annual “Move […]
Local Government and Businesses Rally to Support Community Health Initiative
Healthy West Chicago (HWC), a health and wellness organization, is hosting its annual 5K Fun Run the weekend of August 21, 2021 and local businesses and organizations have stepped up support through sponsorships and prize donations, signaling that the wellbeing of the community is a priority for everyone. Generous sponsors include Jacobs Engineering Group Haggerty […]
Celebrate Summer and Community as Special Events Return
Summer at the Shell Brochure Enjoy a return to outdoor community events safely. Follow guidance from the CDC as you make your summer plans. The following are some upcoming West Chicago events you won’t want to miss:
Family-friendly Healthy West Chicago 5K Fun Run Scheduled for August 21, 2021
Studies conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have shown that regular physical activity can benefit health in numerous ways. Health benefits from being physically active include but are not limited to; improved brain health, weight management, reduced risk of cardiovascular disease, reduced risk of type 2 diabetes, prevention of certain types […]
Healthy West Chicago and the West Chicago Public Library District Provide Summer Wellness Programming
Good nutrition is the key to good mental and physical health. Not only does a healthy lifestyle promote wellbeing, but studies conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have shown that a healthy diet helps children grow and develop properly, reducing their risk of chronic diseases, including obesity. Also, the research reveals […]
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