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Welcome to the Dedication Health wellness blog. Here you will find tips for diet, exercise, or stress relief as well as current trends in the healthcare industry and technology.

COVID Vaccine Call Center: “SENIORS! CALL NOW FOR COVID VACCINE APPOINTMENT”

CALL CENTER OPEN NOW AND LINES ARE AVAILABLE TO REGISTER SENIORS. 847-853-8231 847-716-3300 224-214-4630 847-835-4117 Residents of Glencoe, Kenilworth, Northfield, Wilmette, and Winnetka ages 65 and over can register to receive the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine at New Trier High School Northfield Campus (7 Happ Road, Northfield) on Tuesday, March 23 (1st dose) and Tuesday, April 20 (2nd dose) by calling any of the following numbers on Friday, March 19 from

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Concierge Medicine Chicago

Imagine being able to reach your primary care doctor any time you want. Someone who knows your entire medical history; answers your emails, texts, and phone calls 24/7; gives you same-day appointments when you’re sick. This high level of attention and care is now accessible for individuals and families that become a member at a concierge medical practice. These concierge practices offer unlimited doctor access and enhanced services for a

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Illinois COVID-19 Vaccines for Seniors and Phase 1B+

Vaccine Appointments Available to Schedule Beginning March 4th at 8:30 a.m. for Seniors and March 7th at 4 p.m. for Residents Eligible in Phase 1B+   Beginning Thursday, March 4 at 8:30 a.m., Illinois seniors can schedule their first COVID-19 vaccine appointment at the United Center vaccine site, which will begin to administer a limited number of vaccines on March 9, with a full opening March 10. Following this exclusive

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4 Benefits of Concierge Medicine in 2021

We have seen an increase in concierge medicine for individuals since the epidemic started. The benefits that concierge medical practices provide their patients have become more and more evident. Since the Coronavirus pandemic, we have seen that underlying conditions and long-term effects of the virus can affect our health greatly. By joining a concierge medicine practice, patients have been able to work closely with a concierge physician in order to

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COVID-19 Vaccine Sign-Up Locations and Northshore COVID-19 Vaccine Update

COVID VACCINE SIGN-UP LOCATIONS: City of Chicago Vaccination Sites https://getvaxchi.chicago.gov Jewel https://mhealthcheckin.com/covidappt Innovative care https://innovativecorona.com/ Oak Street Health https://www.oakstreethealth.com/covid-19-vaccine Walgreens https://www.walgreens.com/findcare/vaccination/covid-19 Cook County: https://vaccine.cookcountyil.gov/ Lake County: https://www.lakecountyil.gov/4521/COVID-19-Vaccine NorthShore: https://www.northshoreconnect.org/mychart/Authentication/Login This information is sent on behalf of Sean T. O’Grady, Chief Operating Officer and Lakshmi Halasyamani, MD, Chief Medical Officer.  Phase 1B COVID-19 Vaccine Administration Update NorthShore will begin administering vaccines as a part of our System Phase 1b roll-out efforts

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Heart Health Tips to Protect Your Heart

February is American Heart Month. Here at Dedication Health, we want to bring you accurate information, support, and heart health tips. Heart disease continues to be the leading cause of death for Americans regardless of gender and ethnic background. Studies have shown that the Coronavirus has lasting effects on the heart, which is why it is vital to start thinking about how to make some positive changes that your heart

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COVID-19 Vaccine in Chicago

Wearing masks and social distancing help reduce your chance of being exposed to COVID-19 or spreading it to others, but these measures are not enough. The combination of getting vaccinated and following CDC’s recommendations to protect yourself and others will offer the best protection from COVID-19.  Vaccines will work with your immune system so it will be ready to fight the virus if you are exposed. As Illinois is opening vaccinations to millions

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Mental Health Amid COVID-19 Pandemic

It has been over a year since the novel coronavirus, otherwise known as COVID-19, has plagued the world around us. We have heard the stories, or maybe even seen first hand through personal experience or loved ones, the physical symptoms that this virus can cause. But what about its mental toll? Taking care of mental health is essential for overall health and wellbeing. During such turbulent times, mental health is

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