As families flocked to the Illinois State Fair for deep-fried delicacies and dizzying rides, an essential team worked quietly behind the scenes to ensure their safety.

As families flocked to the Illinois State Fair for deep-fried delicacies and dizzying rides, an essential team worked quietly behind the scenes to ensure their safety.

As families flocked to the Illinois State Fair for deep-fried delicacies and dizzying rides, an essential team worked quietly behind the scenes to ensure their safety.

As families flocked to the Illinois State Fair for deep-fried delicacies and dizzying rides, an essential team worked quietly behind the scenes to ensure their safety.

As families flocked to the Illinois State Fair for deep-fried delicacies and dizzying rides, an essential team worked quietly behind the scenes to ensure their safety.

As families flocked to the Illinois State Fair for deep-fried delicacies and dizzying rides, an essential team worked quietly behind the scenes to ensure their safety.

Every child grieves in their own way. Support and open conversations are key. This no-cost event will guide adults in supporting children through grief. Learn how grief shows up at different ages, what to say (and not to say), and where to turn for continued support. Co-led by Memorial Behavioral Health and SIU Medicine

The tragic events of April 28 have deeply shaken our community. At SIU Medicine, we know that grief touches every part of life — at home, at work and in our connections with others. As health care providers, parents, teachers, neighbors and friends, we often want to offer comfort and support but may feel unsure where to begin. To help our patients, families and community members navigate this difficult time, three of our faculty have compiled a list of thoughtful, practical resources. Anna Hickey, PhD, Licensed Clinical Psychologist Kristen Leadbetter, MD, Neonatology and Pediatric Palliative

Central Illinois residents are encouraged to register for a free skin cancer screening from 5 - 7 p.m., Tuesday, May 20, at Simmons Cancer Institute at SIU Medicine, 315 W. Carpenter St. in Springfield.