Julie A. Jacob

2 weeks ago | chicagohealthonline.com | Julie A. Jacob |Brian Alexander |Olivia Campbell |Anthony S. Fauci

Fact checked by Jim LacyThe state of health and medicine in the United States is complicated, to say the least — from medical professional shortages, to system consolidations; high healthcare costs to rampant misinformation. Americans are experiencing the unsteadiness of this moment in out-of-control medical debt, long waits for appointments, and high levels of chronic disease.

3 weeks ago | avma.org | Julie A. Jacob |Malinda Larkin

It’s the opportunity to solve medical puzzles that attracted Dr. Kelly Ross to emergency medicine. After graduating in 2008 from North Carolina State University College of Veterinary Medicine, she started out as a general practitioner but quickly found herself drawn to the emergency room (ER).

Oct 12, 2024 | chicagohealthonline.com | Julie A. Jacob

“Artists are the gatekeepers of truth. We are civilization’s radical voice.”— Paul Robeson, American artist, athlete, and activistAs the cumulative toll of gun violence in the U.S. continues its grim climb year after year, writers, visual artists, and composers have explored the issue in plays, collaborations, and music. They’re addressing gun violence’s impacts on individuals, families, communities, and society. And they’re pointing a way toward a more peaceful future.

Oct 4, 2024 | forum.figma.com | Julie A. Jacob

October 4, 2024, 5:44pm 1 Hello,I am working on a feature for one of our existing applications. Standard behavior for modals/overlays is to close when a user taps outside. However, for this interaction, I would like to show a warning modal if they tap outside the main modal, rather than simply closing. I’m not seeing a way to easily accomplish this. Could we create the ability to customize “click outside”?

Jul 6, 2024 | chicagocaregiving.com | Julie A. Jacob

Fact checked by Derick WilderIt doesn’t matter if you’re working or retired, or whether your nest egg is big or small: A few simple steps today can strengthen your financial situation in the years to come. We spoke with two financial advisers on ways you can use your money now to build a sturdier financial future. 1.