Women's Health Articles and Patient Stories
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Channeling Marathon Miles Into Hope and New Solutions
From surgeons to students, Team Rush runners are taking on the Chicago Marathon to raise funds for the programs and patients closest to their hearts
Women’s Health
Empowering Women Through Education and Shared Decision-Making
Nurse midwife Stephanie Miller helps patients feel informed and supported
Children’s Health
First Weeks Crucial to Breastfeeding Success
Researchers uncover medical and practical reasons moms cut short their plans to breastfeed their newborn
Children’s Health
Measles: What You Need to Know
The vaccine provides long-term protection against the potentially severe, highly contagious virus
Healthy Living
6 Surprising Facts About STDs
If you have sex — or are planning to — you should read this
Brain Health & Conditions
Women and Stroke: Symptoms, Causes and Risks
Women often experience strokes differently than men — and age, race and ethnicity can affect their risks
Women’s Health
How Painful Is It to Get an IUD?
Expert shares what to expect when getting an IUD, and how you can prepare
Women’s Health
Finally Breathing Free
For Heaven Shelton, weight loss surgery was a matter of life or breath.
Women’s Health
Expectant Mother Breathing Easy After Emergency Airway-Widening Procedure
At eight months pregnant, a new diagnosis and resulting emergency procedure changed Hannah Culver’s life — all in just 24 hours
Women’s Health
Sexual Assault Survivors Get Help From Growing Nurse Program
Specially trained nurses at Rush are giving sexual assault survivors compassionate, high-quality care.