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Angelica reads in the library at Waterford Place
Waterford Place

Angelica’s Story: Finding a Village of Support

At Waterford Place Cancer Resource Center, Angelica Hernandez Nunez knows she is not alone

A medical professional guides someone through a medical process.
Cancer

Bringing High-Quality Cancer Care to Every Community

A holistic approach to cancer care at RUSH MD Anderson

Rich Stearns sailing on open water.
Cancer

Racing for Awareness

Following a prostate cancer diagnosis, Rich Stearns sails to raise funds to support Rush

A nurse talks to a patient.
Cancer

Investing in Our Nursing Workforce

Continuing education programs ensure Rush oncology nurses are well prepared to deliver high-quality, evidence-based care

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Cancer

Rush Becomes First Health System in the Midwest to Fully Upgrade Da Vinci Surgical Robot Fleet

Systemwide upgrade supports advanced robotic-assisted surgical care across Chicago, Oak Park and Aurora

Someone in a gown and mask stands at a machine.
Cancer

Envisioning a Brighter Future for Cancer Care

RUSH MD Anderson researchers lead investigations into the immune system’s untapped, curative potential

Tom Boucher and Melinda Remaly stand on Ohio Street Beach for a previous Swim Across America Chicago Open Water Swim.
Cancer

Returning to Swim With Renewed Resolve

Tom Boucher, who has taken part in Swim Across America’s Chicago Open Water Swim since 2022, will return Aug. 8 in remission following cancer treatment at Rush

Omar Ramos hugs a participant at Waterford Place
Waterford Place

Cancer Survivors Day: An Annual Celebration of Life

Much of survivorship lives in quiet, unseen moments

Hand smashing cigarettes
Cancer

Protect Your Bladder: Quit Smoking

Tobacco is a top risk factor for bladder cancer

Beth Joksimovic
Cancer

Family Shows Gratitude by Supporting Oncology Nurses

Beth Joksimovic’s family carries her generous spirit forward by funding nurses’ continuing education