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University

Rush University Re-Accredited by the Association for the Accreditation of Human Research Protection Programs

Rush University received re-accreditation from the Association for the Accreditation of Human Research Protection Programs

Students, staff and faculty learn more about the research happening at Rush during poster presentations
University

Rush University Holds Fifth Annual Trainee Research Day

Day-long event highlights trainee accomplishments and transformational research happening at Rush

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Ear, Nose & Throat

Addressing Chronic Hearing Loss

There are solutions to help you hear better

Gina Rodriguez
Giving

Rush Names Gina Rodriguez Senior Vice President and Chief Development Officer

Rodriguez will lead the system鈥檚 philanthropic strategy

Seth Adler shares Gift of Life's message through a tabling event.
University

Medical Student Donates Stem Cells to Save a Life, Calls on Others to do the Same

Third-year medical student Seth Adler shares Gift of Life鈥檚 mission with the Rush University community after donating stem cells to a patient battling leukemia

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Heart Health

Medical Students Bring Heart Screenings to Food Pantries

The weekly clinics uncover health concerns and offer support

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Heart Health

What Does an Electrophysiologist Do?

An electrophysiologist is like an electrician for your heart who can diagnose and treat abnormal rhythms.

A cardiac rehab patient exercises on an elliptical training machine at Rush.
Heart Health

Exercising With Heart Failure: Best Exercises and Tips

People living with heart failure can exercise safely and improve their health by following a few simple guidelines.

Anna Candoleza Muglia
Brain Health & Conditions

From Nurse to Neuro ICU Patient

After a life-threatening brain bleed, an emergency department nurse聽reflects on聽how Rush鈥檚 neuro ICU and neurosurgery teams brought her back to health.

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Brain Health & Conditions

Lifelong Learning May Decrease Alzheimer's Risk

A study by Rush researchers shows that lifelong learning is associated with lower Alzheimer's risk and a slower decline in cognition