Stories with tag: "News"

Bones and Joints

Rush Offers First Thumb Joint Replacement in U.S.

A new modular 3-part thumb joint replacement allows early return to strong and pain-free function

Mental & Behavioral Health

Building Connection and Hope

Together, Rush’s Road Home Program, Rush student volunteers and A Safe Haven Foundation help Chicago-area veterans build community, improve mental health and take steps toward stability

People serving themselves food from large containers on a table with plates, utensils, and packaged items.

Cancer

A Lifesaving Diagnosis Inspires a Legacy Gift

Larry and Kathy Hymson chose to pay it forward by making a gift that will provide comprehensive care to economically marginalized patients in Chicago and beyond

Two people standing close together in front of a rustic wooden cabin with a shingled roof, surrounded by a garden featuring white hydrangea flowers and greenery.

Community

Channeling Marathon Miles Into Hope and New Solutions

From surgeons to students, Team Rush runners are taking on the Chicago Marathon to raise funds for the programs and patients closest to their hearts

Seven members of Team Rush stand in front of Buckingham Fountain

Brain Health & Conditions

Light Pollution a New Alzheimer’s Risk Factor

Outdoor light exposure in the evening may be a risk factor for Alzheimer’s in people under age 65, Rush study finds

Woman sleeping with bright light shining through window

Brain Health & Conditions

Promote Brain Health and Reduce Cognitive Decline Initiative

Rush, in collaboration with the Illinois Department of Public Health and the Alzheimer’s Association Illinois Chapter, launched the project to help residents adopt healthy habits and reduce their risks of dementia.