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Mahzad Akbarpour, PhD
Cancer

The Impact and Promise of the Rush Cell Therapy Lab at RUSH MD Anderson Cancer Center With Mahzad Akbarpour, PhD

Mahzad Akbarpour, PhD, is director of the Rush Cell Therapy Lab at RUSH MD Anderson Cancer Center and is an assistant professor of Internal Medicine in the Division of Hematology, Oncology and...

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Cancer

Can Aromatherapy Help Patients During Cancer Treatment?

Study explores use of essential oils to manage side effects, promote comfort

Mary Haffner Holloway lifts her arms in celebration after participating in Swim Across America's Chicago Open Water Swim.
Cancer

A Lasting Legacy

Through Swim Across America, Mary Haffner Holloway keeps late brother’s spirit alive by participating in the event he loved — all while supporting cancer research at Rush

After his prostate cancer diagnosis, Bil Vincent found support at Waterford Place Cancer Resource Center
Waterford Place

Bil’s Story: A Life-Altering Diagnosis

Diagnosed with prostate cancer, Bil Vincent found support at Waterford Place Cancer Resource Center

Cancer

Without Boundaries: The RUSH Campaign Aims to Improve Lives

Rush University System for Health is sharing its plan to eliminate the barriers in health care preventing many from living their best, healthiest lives.

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Patient Stories

From Surviving Cancer to Celebrating a Milestone

How Lorayne Wright overcame her diagnosis with strength and resilience — and help from her care team at Rush

John O’Toole, MD, MS, and Ken Tatebe, MD
Cancer

Coordinated, Interdisciplinary Care in the Rush Spine Tumor Clinic With John O’Toole, MD, and Ken Tatebe, MD

John O’Toole, MD, MS, is a neurosurgeon and the co-director of neurosciences service line at Rush, as well as the co-director of the Coleman Foundation Comprehensive Spine Tumor Clinic. Ke...

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Brain Health & Conditions

Symptoms You Shouldn't Ignore

If you experience any of these symptoms, get medical attention right away

Cancer

Rush, MD Anderson Unveil RUSH MD Anderson Cancer Center

Leading health system and top-ranked cancer center partner to redefine cancer care in the Chicago area

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Health Equity

Talking About Family Health History

Why sharing family health history in the Black community is crucial, especially as chronic diseases are on the rise