Discover Rush Summer 2012

Welcome to the Summer 2012 issue of Discover Rush, the health newsletter from Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois.

Here you'll find articles on health and medical topics from the latest issue of our Discover Rush print newsletter, as well as Web-exclusive features.

Discover Rush Summer 2012: The Hot Issue

Hot Facts
Learn interesting facts about heat.

What's Hot in Medicine
In medicine, what's hot can change rapidly, so physicians at Rush stay abreast of current developments to ensure the best outcomes for patients.

Targeting Tumors With Searing Precision
A new radiotherapy system now available at Rush targets tumors more precisely and effectively than ever before.

Three Ways to Protect Your Eyes From UV Rays
Simple steps from an ophthalmologist at Rush.

How the Body Regulates Heat
Experts form Rush discuss heatstroke, hot flashes and fever.

Efficiency and Comfort in Rush's New Hospital
Learn how the new hospital at Rush harnesses heat and light for increased efficiency and patient comfort.

Learn even more about the new hospital at transforming.rush.edu.

Rush in the News

The 'Smart' New Approach to Pain Management
A new neurostimulator available at Rush uses the same motion sensor technology as your smartphone.

Air Pollution May Hasten Cognitive Decline
A new study led by a researcher at Rush suggests that air quality may affect the speed of cognitive decline.

Clinical Trials

Role of Gut Microbiota in Lowering Cholesterol Study

Study to Establish a Gait Marker of Hip Osteoarthtiritis

Upcoming Events at Rush

See the latest schedule of our free health classes, support groups and community wellness events.

More Ways to Get Discover Rush

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