Articles by "Johnna Kelly"

Johnna Kelly
Johnna Kelly

Johnna Kelly, healthe news contributor, is a manager of public affairs and marketing at Advocate Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn. She is a former newspaper reporter and spent nearly 10 years as a public relations professional working for state and county government. During her time as a communications staffer for the Illinois General Assembly, she was integral in drafting and passing legislation creating Andrea's Law, the nation's first murderer registry. In her spare time, she volunteers at a local homeless shelter, enjoys traveling, photography and watching the Chicago Bulls.

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Show up for treatment, meet a survivor 
Show up for treatment, meet a survivor
Araceli Cruz greets patients at the Bhorade Cancer Center. Why it matters? She’s been through it herself.
Can this app prevent unwanted pregnancy?  Featured
Can this app prevent unwanted pregnancy?
A green light means your risk of conceiving is low. Find out how it works.
Minimally invasive surgery greatly impacts man’s quality of life: “I’m amazed.” 
Minimally invasive surgery greatly impacts man’s quality of life: “I’m amazed.”
John Cooling’s back and leg pain was once so debilitating that he couldn’t walk.
When fashion becomes dangerous 
When fashion becomes dangerous
The wrong style choices may lead you down a painful path.
Nurses serve veterans through Honor Flight Chicago 
Nurses serve veterans through Honor Flight Chicago
Advocate nurses serve as medical guardians during a day-trip to Washington, DC, to visit war memorials.
Runners: Exercise caution this Spring 
Runners: Exercise caution this Spring
Make the transition from the treadmill to an outdoor trail smooth and injury-free.
The eating disorder you may have and not even realize 
The eating disorder you may have and not even realize
If you answer ‘yes’ to just three of these questions, you might want to seek help.