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Heart Health

Medical Students Bring Heart Screenings to Food Pantries

The weekly clinics uncover health concerns and offer support
A student takes a woman's blood pressure
Heart Health

What Does an Electrophysiologist Do?

An electrophysiologist is like an electrician for your heart who can diagnose and treat abnormal rhythms.
Heart symbol on top of an electrocardiogram readout
Heart Health

Exercising With Heart Failure: Best Exercises and Tips

A cardiologist explains how people living with heart failure can exercise safely and improve their health.
A cardiac rehab patient exercises on an elliptical training machine at Rush.
Brain Health & Conditions

From Nurse to Neuro ICU Patient

After a life-threatening brain bleed, an emergency department nurse reflects on how Rush’s neuro ICU and neurosurgery teams brought her back to health.
Anna Candoleza Muglia
Brain Health & Conditions

Lifelong Learning May Decrease Alzheimer's Risk

A study by Rush researchers shows that lifelong learning is associated with lower Alzheimer's risk and a slower decline in cognition
Older man reading
University

Empowering the Next Generation of Health Care Leaders

Diane Howard, PhD, MPH, FACHE, demonstrates a decades-long commitment to helping students find and pursue their passions
Diane Howard, PhD, MPH, FACHE, stands in graduation regalia.
Community

Students Reflect on Day of Service

During MLK Day of Service, Rush University participates in a variety of volunteer events both on the medical center campus and in the community
Three people work together making a large blanket
Healthy Living

How GI Docs Keep Their Colons Healthy

Rush gastroenterologists share their favorite tips for colon health
foods for a healthy colon
Patient Stories

Nance’s Story: Finding the Right Care for Her Hip

Following surgery, Nance Budd is extremely grateful for the professionalism and precision of Matthew Squire, MD, MS
Nance Budd
Cancer

'No Fear, Just Faith'

What started with an upset stomach and an unusual breast self-exam led to a dual cancer diagnosis for a Chicago-area couple
Kevin and Maya Earnest and family