Articles by "Jennifer Benson"

Jennifer Benson
Jennifer Benson

Jennifer Benson, health enews contributor, is coordinator of public affairs for Advocate Health Care and Aurora Health Care. She has 10+ years of community development and communication experience for non-profits and has a BA in Architecture from Judson University in Elgin, IL. Outside of work, you can find her planning the next adventure near water or rocks, re-organizing spaces, working on her Master’s in Public Health, caring for her senior citizen cat, keeping to healthy moving and eating disciplines and growing green things wherever she can find room.

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How to deal with this common fear 
How to deal with this common fear
Facts, tips and an expert nurse can warm you up to the process.
Is a waterbirth safe for mom and baby? 
Is a waterbirth safe for mom and baby?
A certified nurse midwife leads research for waterbirth as an option for pain relief during labor and delivery.
What you should know about STIs 
What you should know about STIs
These infections are rising, but are highly preventable.
Supporting teen suicide survivors 
Supporting teen suicide survivors
Learn more about how to best support your loved ones.
‘You’re the surgeon?’ A Black doctor shares her experiences 
‘You’re the surgeon?’ A Black doctor shares her experiences
A general surgeon shares her passion, addressing health inequalities and celebrating Black History Month.
What you need to know about giving blood 
What you need to know about giving blood
Many people do not give this life-saving resource because of misconceptions.
Thinking about trying Dry January? 
Thinking about trying Dry January?
A doctor makes some recommendations when it comes to alcohol.