Illinois ADVANCE

⚠️Did you Hear? ⚠️ Illinois recently passed SB3203, which caps the cost of inhalers at $25 for a 30-day supply. For many patients with asthma and other respiratory conditions, this could mean more affordable access to life-saving medication and fewer people having to choose between breathing and paying bills.

Today, we celebrate the fathers and father figures whose love, guidance, and support help shape the lives of those around them every day. Whether through quiet encouragement, unwavering strength, or simply being present, their impact reaches far beyond their own families and into the communities they help build. Thank you to all the dads and father figures who continue to lead with care, compassion, and dedication. Wishing you a very Happy Father’s Day! 💙

Recovery isn’t about replacing one thing with another, it’s about getting the right tools and support.

🔗 Learn more at Illinois Advance: https://illinoisadvance.uic.edu/

Early detection is a game-changer! 🩺✨It's Men’s Health Month, and Illinois ADVANCE is encouraging all the men to stay on top of their health screenings. Getting screened helps you take control before a small issue becomes a big one.

✅ Schedule that physical even if you feel "fine."
✅ Get your blood pressure and cholesterol numbers checked.
✅ Mental health matters -- Health is whole-body, and that includes your mind. 🧠

Tag a man in your life who needs a gentle nudge to book that appointment! 💙💙

Why is it important for healthcare providers to stay up to date on vaccine misinformation trends?

✅ To better address patient concerns with evidence-based facts
✅ To build trust and reduce vaccine hesitancy
✅ To help stop the spread of false health information

Healthcare providers are often on the front lines of addressing vaccine misinformation and patient concerns. Staying informed can help support more productive, patient-centered vaccine conversations.

ADVANCE-ing Patient Care, Together 💡🌱

What does it actually take to build an academic detailing program from the ground up? It takes vision, relentless dedication, and an incredible team working behind the scenes to bridge the gap between complex data and real-world clinical practice. Today, we are sharing a massive milestone that highlights exactly that journey.

Drs. Nerissa Caballes, Tina Aneziris, Steve Hiemenz, Chirag S. Rathod, and Brianna McQuade Hudak published an article in the Journal of the American Pharmacists Association (JAPhA)! Titled “ADVANCE-ing patient care: Implementation of the academic detailing program Illinois ADVANCE,” this article serves as a powerful blueprint for what we do every single day.

This publication represents countless hours of collaborative effort. The team poured their hearts and collective expertise into documenting the entire implementation process of our program—sharing the successes, the strategic hurdles, and the sheer framework required to build a trusted, evidence-based educational resource. It’s a true testament to what happens when passionate clinical minds unite around a shared goal.

Ultimately, sharing this implementation journey matters because of the bigger picture: the providers and patients in our local communities. By establishing a robust, sustainable academic detailing model, we ensure that local clinicians have the objective, evidence-based support they need right at their fingertips. When we strengthen that foundation, it directly translates to safer, more effective, and compassionate care for patients throughout Illinois.

A huge congratulations to Nerissa, Tina, Steve, Chirag, and Brianna for this well-deserved recognition and for continuing to push the boundaries of how we deliver clinical education! 👏

Check out the full, open-access article here: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41295926/

UIC Retzky College of Pharmacy
UIC College of Pharmacy, Department of Pharmacy Practice

Stronger communities start with healthier people.
During Community Health Improvement Week (June 8–12, 2026), we recognize the incredible work of organizations and partners coming together to improve health and well-being across the country. It’s a time to celebrate collaboration, highlight impact, and continue advancing health equity for all!
Let’s keep building healthier futures together!

It’s always an honor to partner with dedicated healthcare teams! 🤝
Our team recently visited UCOM Peoria to share best practices on incorporating SMART therapy into asthma care with residents 🫁. These visits are a powerful reminder of how shared knowledge improves patient outcomes, and we love having the opportunity to detail residents who are so eager to learn.
This impactful collaboration wouldn't be possible without our very own Dr. Liana Osis, clinical pharmacist and academic detailer, and Dr. Fischer, Residency Program Director and Professor of Clinical Medicine at UCOM Peoria.
Dr. Fischer, as you step into retirement, we want to say a huge thank you! Working with you has been an absolute privilege. Your dedication to medical education has left a lasting legacy, and our team is so grateful for the lessons and collaboration we've shared. Congratulations on this next chapter! ✨
Looking forward to the future of our partnership with UCOM Peoria!

University of Illinois College of Medicine

We're wearing our blue with purpose today! 👕💙

For Men’s Health Month 2026, the theme is all about being Partners in Care. Men’s health behaviors and long-term outcomes are deeply shaped by their relationships and community support networks. When we strengthen those connections, we build healthier lifespans for husbands, fathers, brothers, partners, and friends.

Check in on the men in your life today, because better health outcomes are built together. 🤝

Men's Health Network