Ovarian cancer continues to challenge doctors who are searching for ways to detect the disease earlier to help save patients’ lives. In 2021, the National Institute of Health reported an estimated 238,484 women were living with ovarian cancer. When diagnosed early, 94% of patients live longer than five years. Yet, historically, ovarian cancer evades early […]
“Long live the movies, and long live my sweet home, Chicago!” With those words, actor John C. Reilly captured the spirit of the Chicago International Film Festival, which celebrated a milestone earlier this summer during Cinema/Chicago’s 60th Anniversary Cinema Soirée. Cinema/Chicago’s June 1 event at the Geraghty recognized Reilly with a career achievement award celebrating […]
The World Health Organization reports that more than 700,000 people die by suicide every year. Suicide is the third-leading cause of death amongst 15 to 19-year-olds, and the pandemic has only exacerbated mental health conditions — spurring a staggering 25% increase in anxiety and depression, according to a new brief by the World Health Organization. […]
DISCLAIMER: This article discusses suicide prevention and mental health efforts; readers sensitive to either topic, please note. Suicide is the 11th leading cause of death in the United States. In 2022, America lost 49,476 people, and an estimated 1.6 million people attempted suicide. But, there are many working to turn this tide. Every September, we […]
The latest data about Alzheimer’s Disease has scientists and doctors strengthening their resolve and resources to find earlier diagnosis tools and interventions for patients. According to the Alzheimer’s Association’s latest report, an estimated 6.9 million Americans aged 65 and older have Alzheimer’s, which is about 10.9% of that population. By 2050, the number is projected […]
Add one more item to your college student’s freshman to-do list this fall: Make sure they know where the campus counseling center is located, the scope of its services, and how to make an appointment. Don’t wait until a mental health crisis comes up. Do it now. The stakes are much too high. According to […]
If you’re still buzzing about the 2024 Paris Olympics, you’ll be happy to know the games aren’t over. The Paris 2024 Paralympic Games have begun and run from August 28 to September 8. These games feature more than 1,000 athletes, with 138 representing the United States. Events for the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games will take […]
Summer might be almost over but the fun and festivities around Chicago are always going strong. From food festivals and live music, to performance art and community bonding — there’s always a new way to enjoy our great city. Check out our lineup of the best things to do in Chicago and the suburbs this […]
On June 14, the Joffrey Ballet, a major grant partner of the Make It Better Foundation, celebrated the Chicago end to an incredible 68th season with its largest annual fundraising event, this year titled, Midsummer Celebration. It only seemed fitting to plan a gala event inspired by Alexander Ekman’s Swedish take on “A Midsummer Night’s […]
In June 2022, the Chicago Dermatological Society (CDS) hosted the inaugural Art of Skin Gala, an ambitious initiative spearheaded by Dr. Jordan Carqueville, a board-certified dermatologist, during her tenure as CDS president. Dr. Carqueville, who was voted Chicago’s Best Cosmetic Dermatologist five straight years by Better readers, conceived of the event as a response to the significant […]
