Spring 2006 Discover Rush

Welcome to the Discover Rush Web Resource Center, the health newsletter from Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois. One this page, you will find articles on health and medical topics as well as recent news from Rush.

Our Monthly Electronic Health Newsletter

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• Recent articles:
  • Colorectal Cancer: Knowing Your Risk Can Save Your Life
    New online screening tool can provide information on your risk
  • Using the Internet to Reduce Your Risk of Cardiovascular Disease
    Internet-based, lifestyle management program focuses on decreasing cardiovascular disease risk
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Discover Rush Spring 2006 issue

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More Than a Balancing Act
Treating dizziness to prevent injury

• For more information on balance care at Rush, visit the:
  • Balance Assessment and Treatment Program home page
  • Spine and Back Center home page
  • or call (888) 352-RUSH (7874)

Don’t Let IBS Slow You Down
A wide range of treatments can ease symptoms

• For more information on IBS care at Rush, visit the:
  • Gastroenterology home page
  • Program for Abdominal and Pelvic Health home page
  • or call (888) 352-RUSH (7874)

What You Should Know About Lung Cancer
Progress is being made

• For more information on cancer care at Rush, visit the:
  • Cancer Programs home page
  • or call (888) 352-RUSH (7874)

Take Heart, Good Doctor
Doctors at Rush share strategies for maintaining their own heart health

• For more information:
  • Tools for Heart Health
  • Heart and Vascular Programs home page

Rush Encourages Seniors to “Brown Bag” It
Initiative to lessen drug interactions

• To receive brown bag or make an appointment for personal medication review call
• For more information about services for older adults (and people who care for them):
  • Visit Rush Generations home page
  • Free classes for older adults and Their Loved Ones Sponsored by Rush Generations
  • Visit Clinical Services for Older Adults home page

Study Has Researchers Saying “Go Fish!”
Relationship of fish consumption to slower rate of cognitive decline

Staying on Top of Your Game
Tips from a White Sox doc

• For information:
  • Sports Medicine Program
  • Rush and the Chicago White Sox

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• Rush in the News
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• Clinical Trials at Rush
• Cancer Programs at Rush
• Geriatric Services at Rush
• Heart and Vascular Services at Rush 
• Orthopedic Services at Rush
• Women’s Health Services at Rush
• List of all clinical services at Rush
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