SIU Medicine is hosting an event to educate women, especially those in the Black community, about early detection, breast cancer screenings, advocating for care, supporting others who have breast cancer and options for breast reconstruction after breast cancer surgery.

SIU Medicine is hosting an event to educate women, especially those in the Black community, about early detection, breast cancer screenings, advocating for care, supporting others who have breast cancer and options for breast reconstruction after breast cancer surgery.

Kidney stones are small, pebble-like deposits made of salts and minerals that form inside the kidneys. Sometimes called nephrolithiasis or urolithiasis, these irritants are more common than you might think, affecting about 11 percent of men and 6 percent of women in the United States at least once in their lifetime, according to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK). Did you know that kidney stones are actually more prevalent during certain times of the year? Keep reading to find out why and to learn what you should do if you think you or a loved one

Kidney stones are small, pebble-like deposits made of salts and minerals that form inside the kidneys. Sometimes called nephrolithiasis or urolithiasis, these irritants are more common than you might think, affecting about 11 percent of men and 6 percent of women in the United States at least once in their lifetime, according to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK). Did you know that kidney stones are actually more prevalent during certain times of the year? Keep reading to find out why and to learn what you should do if you think you or a loved one

Kidney stones are small, pebble-like deposits made of salts and minerals that form inside the kidneys. Sometimes called nephrolithiasis or urolithiasis, these irritants are more common than you might think, affecting about 11 percent of men and 6 percent of women in the United States at least once in their lifetime, according to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK). Did you know that kidney stones are actually more prevalent during certain times of the year? Keep reading to find out why and to learn what you should do if you think you or a loved one

Join us for BRA Day, an annual event that raises awareness about breast reconstruction options among women with or who have survived breast cancer. Free and open to the public Documentary short debut "Reconstruction to the Runway: Erica's Breast Cancer Journey" Panel discussion Moderated by: Dr. Lauren Catterall - SIU Medicine Plastic Surgery second-year resident Featuring: Erica Austin - Breast Cancer Patient, New York Fashion Week Model and Deputy Director, SIU Medicine Office of External Relations & Behavioral Health Workforce Center Dr. Wendi El-Amin - Associate Dean for Equity, Diversity

Join us for BRA Day, an annual event that raises awareness about breast reconstruction options among women with or who have survived breast cancer. Free and open to the public Documentary short debut "Reconstruction to the Runway: Erica's Breast Cancer Journey" Panel discussion Moderated by: Dr. Lauren Catterall - SIU Medicine Plastic Surgery second-year resident Featuring: Erica Austin - Breast Cancer Patient, New York Fashion Week Model and Deputy Director, SIU Medicine Office of External Relations & Behavioral Health Workforce Center Dr. Wendi El-Amin - Associate Dean for Equity, Diversity

Join us for BRA Day, an annual event that raises awareness about breast reconstruction options among women with or who have survived breast cancer. Free and open to the public Documentary short debut "Reconstruction to the Runway: Erica's Breast Cancer Journey" Panel discussion Moderated by: Dr. Lauren Catterall - SIU Medicine Plastic Surgery second-year resident Featuring: Erica Austin - Breast Cancer Patient, New York Fashion Week Model and Deputy Director, SIU Medicine Office of External Relations & Behavioral Health Workforce Center Dr. Wendi El-Amin - Associate Dean for Equity, Diversity

Join us for BRA Day, an annual event that raises awareness about breast reconstruction options among women with or who have survived breast cancer. Free and open to the public Documentary short debut "Reconstruction to the Runway: Erica's Breast Cancer Journey" Panel discussion Moderated by: Dr. Lauren Catterall - SIU Medicine Plastic Surgery second-year resident Featuring: Erica Austin - Breast Cancer Patient, New York Fashion Week Model and Deputy Director, SIU Medicine Office of External Relations & Behavioral Health Workforce Center Dr. Wendi El-Amin - Associate Dean for Equity, Diversity

Southern Illinois University medical students are hosting a Halloween-theme trivia night at 6 p.m. Saturday, October 21, at Ace Sign Company, 2540 S 1st St, Springfield. In addition to trivia, teams can compete for best group costumes and most money raised. All proceeds will benefit St. John’s Children Hospital, part of the Children's Miracle Network. SIU Pediatrics is sponsoring the evening. To register, visit helpmakemiracles.org/event/siusom4cmn23 .