Dr. Modupe Akinola on Mastering Stress and Unlocking Potential
It’s no secret that stress levels are at an all-time high. From big-picture issues like equality and the environment to everyday headaches like getting by in a tough economy, there are many challenges that can make our blood pressure rise— affecting not only our emotional well-being but our physical...
Dr. James Chandler Leads Fight Against Brain Tumors and Health Disparities
As surgical director of the Lou and Jean Malnati Brain Tumor Institute at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago, Dr. James Chandler leads one of the country’s most respected brain tumor centers—in the top 10 of U.S. News & World Report’s latest medical guide. In addition to heading a team...
Doctors Address Critical Health Concerns in Black Community
From the lingering effects of COVID-19 to growing mental health needs, well-being is a critical personal and community issue. We assembled a panel of leading health specialists who have shared some of their expertise in previous issues of WayMaker Journal to address these pressing concerns.
Our panel:
Dr. Carmen Woods Hollowell,...
The SonRise Project Offers Hope for Black Men and Mental Health
Everything seemed good at the Lawsons’ house: Mom and Dad enjoyed successful careers while their two teenage sons did well in school. And then, one of the boys began to spiral, ending in a suicide attempt.Â
That distressing season for her family led Kelli Richardson Lawson to found The SonRise...
Black History Month: Recognizing Voices Making a Difference
As we started 2024, our team wanted to recognize the importance of the coming year and focus on people and stories impacting our community and the broader culture. The WayMaker team wanted to create editorial that not only makes you think but also makes you proud. And with this...
