Learn How Adults and Teens Can Get the Rest They Really Need March 13, 2012

The Women’s Board of NorthShore University HealthSystem (NorthShore) Skokie Hospital proudly presents “Why Can’t I Sleep? Learn How Adults and Teens Can Get the Rest They Really Need,” an informative presentation led by Dr. Thomas Freedom, Director of the NorthShore Sleep Program, and Dr. Krisztina Harsanyi, board certified neurologist with special qualifications in Child Neurology and Sleep Medicine. Members and friends of The Women’s Board, as well as parents and students from Niles West High School, are invited attend this educational event which will address common sleep problems individuals experience, as well as offer helpful tips on how to achieve a good night’s sleep. Supported by the latest leading-edge research at NorthShore, the presentation will inform guests of all ages on what it really means to be well rested.

Please RSVP via e-mail to gcialoni@northshore.org or by calling (847) 570-5049. For more information, please visit northshore.org/womensboard.

The Women’s Board of NorthShore Skokie Hospital was established in 2000 and joined NorthShore Foundation’s Auxiliaries following NorthShore’s acquisition of Skokie Hospital on January 1, 2009. The Board sponsors community health and wellness programs and screenings for the communities served by NorthShore Skokie Hospital.

Headquartered in Evanston, Illinois, NorthShore University HealthSystem (NorthShore) is a comprehensive, fully integrated, healthcare delivery system that serves the Chicago region. The system includes four hospitals in Evanston, Glenview, Highland Park and Skokie. NorthShore employs approximately 9,000 and has 2,400 affiliated physicians, including a 700+ physician, multispecialty group practice with over 75 office locations. Further, NorthShore supports teaching and research as the principal teaching affiliate for the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine.

The NorthShore Research Institute focuses on clinical and translational research, including leadership in outcomes research and clinical trials. The NorthShore University HealthSystem Foundation is the primary philanthropic entity of NorthShore. The Foundation raises charitable contributions and engages volunteer friends in support of NorthShore’s ongoing mission to preserve and improve human life.

NorthShore has significant capabilities in a wide spectrum of clinical programs, including cancer, heart, orthopaedics, high-risk maternity, pediatrics and neurosciences. NorthShore is a Magnet recognized organization, the only one in Illinois designated as a system to receive this prestigious honor that demonstrates excellence in nursing and high standards in patient care. NorthShore is a national leader in the implementation of innovative technologies, including electronic medical records (EMR). In 2003, NorthShore was among the first in the country to successfully launch a system-wide EMR with demonstrable benefits in quality, safety, efficiency and service to patients. NorthShore has been recognized by multiple national organizations for this notable achievement.