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Waterford Place

Gratitude in the Midst of It All

Even when life is difficult, there’s something good to be found

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Cancer

Laura’s Story: A Light in Her Darkest Times

How Laura Cano found encouragement, care and a reminder that she wasn’t facing cancer alone

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Patient Stories

Rebuilding a Life After Cancer

How Molly Kinsella overcame breast cancer in her 30s

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Cancer

Know Your Risk for Ovarian Cancer

What can raise your risk and how you can help lower it

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Cancer

From Firefighter to Survivor

A retired Chicago firefighter’s screening resulted in a kidney removal — and a passion for advocacy.

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Patient Stories

Choosing Joy Through the Unexpected

How Abby Custer, 36, overcame cancer with hope and a positive attitude

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Health Equity

Take a Close Look at Chicago’s Health

Chicago Health Map expands public access to community health data to anyone who’s online

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Cancer

Lymphedema After Cancer Treatment: What to Know

Cancer rehab and surgery are two lymphedema treatments that can help reduce your swelling

Bill Carlson at Waterford Place
Cancer

Bill’s Story: Resilient by Nature

After 24 years and three cancer diagnoses, Bill Carlson faces each day with hope and gratitude

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Awards, Rankings and Recognitions

Rush Among U.S. News’ Top Hospitals for Seventh Straight Year

Rush University Medical Center on 2026-2027 Best Hospitals Honor Roll