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Heart Health

South Asian-Americans at Higher Risk for Heart Disease and Stroke

Poor diet habits, lack of exercise contribute to higher risk for South Asians

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Brain Health & Conditions

A Way to Withstand Alzheimer’s Disease Is in Sight

The director of the Rush Alzheimer’s Disease Center envisions a solution to the disease

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Research

$35 Million in NIH Funding Launches Health Research Accelerator

Rush is helping lead a new health research accelerator that has launched in the Chicago area with nearly $35 million in funding from the NIH.

Alzheimer’s Disease

Alzheimer's Researcher David Bennett, MD

Rush Alzheimer's Disease Center Director David Bennett, MD, on the search for treatment options for Alzheimer's and dementia.

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Bones and Joints

The Future of Medicine

A look at how some current medical trends may help shape the future of medicine

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Brain Health & Conditions

MIND Diet May Slow Cognitive Decline in Stroke Survivors

A diet created by researchers at Rush may help substantially slow cognitive decline in stroke survivors

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Brain Health & Conditions

High-Intensity Exercise Delays Parkinson’s Progression

High-intensity exercise three times a week decreases worsening of the disease’s symptoms

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Spine & Back

Regenerative Medicine Restores Movement After Paralysis

Four of six people with paralyzing spinal cord injuries who were treated with a new cell therapy have recovered a significant level of movement on at least one side, new study results show.

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Cancer

Rush Collaborates With Tech Firm Tempus to Expand Cancer Biorepository

Patients being treated for cancer today may benefit from personalized treatments that will become available

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Bones and Joints

Patients’ Own Fat Tissue Can Help Treat Joint Problems

Body fat now can help treat bone joint conditions, including injuries and osteoarthritis