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Awards, Rankings and Recognitions

Rush University Medical Center Ranked Among Top ‘Smart Hospitals’ by Newsweek

Medical Center ranked No. 47 in the United States and No. 127 worldwide in recent survey of peers and health care professionals

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Gastrointestinal Health

5 Reasons to See a Gastroenterologist

Signs that indicate you should see a specialist

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Cancer

What Happens After a Screening Mammogram Callback?

A request for more tests doesn't automatically mean breast cancer

Patient Stories

Karlie's Story

Within a few momentous weeks, Karlie Hey was crowned prom queen, graduated and completed chemo

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Patient Stories

Paula’s Story

How the experts at Rush and advanced heart technology saved her life

Signs of COVID-19 Mortality May be Easily Measured at Home
COVID-19

Signs of COVID-19 Mortality May Be Easily Measured at Home

Abnormal blood-oxygen levels and breathing rates pre-hospitalization are strong predictors of poor patient outcomes

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Food & Nutrition

Banana-Peanut Butter Overnight Oats

A hearty and healthy breakfast that will satisfy your sweet tooth

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Brain Health & Conditions

Rush Researchers Develop New Measure of Brain Health

“Cognitive clock” may enable assessment of risk for memory and thinking problems

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How the Pandemic May Have Increased Demand for Cosmetic Procedures

After more than a year of videoconferencing from home, more people are exploring plastic surgery and cosmetic procedures

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Diabetes

Stop Diabetes In Its Tracks 

5 tips to help people with prediabetes change the course of their health for the better