Discover Rush Summer 2009

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Discover Rush Summer 2009 issue

To download a PDF of this issue of Discover Rush see the link at right under Related Topics. Or view selected articles using the links below.

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Just a Second

• Just a Second Some interesting facts, in seconds.
• Take Two: When a Second Opinion Counts Learn when it might help to get another expert opinion.
  • Q&A: Need a Second? Questions and answers on getting a second opinion at Rush.
• Second Generation: The Importance of Family History Learn how one family used knowledge of risk to their advantage.
  • Common Hereditary Diseases A list of some diseases you should check for in your family tree.
• Second Takes These seconds should keep you on track for better health.
• A Second Chance at Life Find out how one man got a second chance with a change of heart.
• Easy as 1, 2, 3 Taking just a few seconds a day can add up to better health.

Rush in the News

• Cartilage Transplants Now Work for Shoulders This state-of-the-art alternative is now available for shoulder injuries at Rush.
• Rush Cancer Program Awarded Outstanding Achievement Rush's commitment to high standards has been recognized with a prestigious award.

Clinical Trials

• Pancreatic Cancer Study
• Schizophrenia Treatment Study