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Published on April 15, 2026 - 05:28 GMT

Heart-lung transplant saves woman with rare form of pulmonary hypertension

Donna Parks first noticed something was off back in 2014 during everyday tasks like taking out the garbage. “I was out of breath,” said Parks, now 47, who worked as a rehabilitation caregiver in Detroit at the time. “Something wasn't right; I shouldn…

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Published on April 15, 2026 - 05:28 GMT

Primary care in Chicago: 3 ways to find a PCP

A primary care physician, or PCP, is a partner for your health. They support you not only when you’re sick, but also with preventive care, early detection, and managing ongoing conditions. Looking for a new doctor can feel overwhelming, but the right …

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Published on April 15, 2026 - 05:28 GMT

'It's not possible, I'm only 48': One woman's colorectal cancer journey

Potential signs of colorectal cancer include blood in the stool, abdominal pain or cramping, fatigue and unexplained weight loss. But these symptoms can be mistaken for less serious issues like hemorrhoids or digestive problems, so many people may not …

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Published on April 15, 2026 - 05:27 GMT

Blood-based DNA signals may help track osteosarcoma in children

Detecting whether osteosarcoma, a rare but aggressive bone cancer that most often affects children and adolescents, has returned or spread remains a major challenge for patients and doctors. Blood-based biomarkers, which are measurable biological signals …

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Published on April 15, 2026 - 05:27 GMT

Opioid use stigma may underlie clinician biases towards patients with sickle cell disease

In season 1, episode 2 of the popular show The Pitt, a Black woman with sickle cell disease arrives at the emergency department in acute pain, only to be initially dismissed as drug-seeking. “Unfortunately, this contemporary media portrayal is all too …

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Published on March 25, 2026 - 07:43 GMT

Which colonoscopy prep is best for you?

Many people delay getting a colonoscopy because they dread the “prep,” a regimen that uses strong laxatives to clear the colon. The prep may be uncomfortable, but it’s crucial: Colonoscopy remains the most effective way to detect and prevent colorectal …

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Published on March 25, 2026 - 07:43 GMT

‘You’re going to be spectacular’: Pritzker’s 2026 Match Day brings big emotions

Pritzker School of Medicine students shared hugs and tears after Match Day envelopes were opened. (Joe Sterbenc) The countdown began promptly at 11 a.m. Together, last Friday, University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine students gathered to learn …

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Published on March 25, 2026 - 07:43 GMT

Kim Metzger to lead Development at UChicago Medicine and Biological Sciences

Kim Metzger will serve on the executive leadership teams of both UChicago Medicine and the University’s Advancement division. Kim Metzger has been appointed Vice President and Associate Dean of Development for the University of Chicago Medicine and …

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Published on March 20, 2026 - 16:43 GMT

From snoring to soaring: Implant for sleep apnea gives pilot his life and career back

Being a pilot, Chris Guare never had a normal sleep schedule. “I’ve always been someone who’s been able to operate on four hours of sleep,” said Guare, 44, a father of three from Glen Ellyn and a former firefighter. “But when I did sleep, I snored a lot.” …

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Published on March 20, 2026 - 16:42 GMT

How endometriosis affects your body and what you can do about it

Endometriosis is a complex, often painful condition that happens when tissue similar to the lining in the uterus grows on other parts of the body, including the ovaries and fallopian tubes. Unlike uterine lining, which is shed during a menstrual cycle, …

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Published on March 20, 2026 - 16:42 GMT

Why are more people under 50 getting colorectal cancer?

Colorectal cancer has become the leading cause of cancer-related death among Americans under age 50, with rates rising steadily despite declines in older adults, according to an analysis released this month by the American Cancer Society. Since 1994, …

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Published on March 20, 2026 - 16:41 GMT

Study shows trauma center makes a lifesaving difference

For decades, Chicago’s South Side neighborhoods have experienced high rates of firearm violence, making speedy access to expert trauma care a matter of life and death. A recent study in JAMA Surgery helps quantify the impact of critical care: the opening …

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Published on March 20, 2026 - 16:40 GMT

AI tool helps diagnose an often-misclassified group of rare thymic tumors

A team led by researchers at the University of Chicago developed an artificial intelligence (AI) tool that could help pathologists more accurately diagnose a rare group of tumors known as thymic epithelial tumors (TETs). The work is described in a recent …

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Published on March 3, 2026 - 18:07 GMT

Mobile dental unit takes no-cost oral healthcare out into the community

The UChicago Medicine mobile dental unit brings no-cost oral healthcare directly to uninsured adults on Chicago's South Side and south suburbs as part of an ongoing Dental Care Research Study. The University of Chicago Medicine has launched a new …

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Published on March 2, 2026 - 21:07 GMT

No sweat: Teen’s outpatient surgery for hyperhidrosis brings instant relief

Berkley Blust’s hands used to sweat so much, she struggled to hold her cell phone. “It would slip out of my hands daily,” the 16-year-old said. The problem first started in childhood, when Berkley recalled her mother holding her always-wet hand. In her …

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Published on March 2, 2026 - 21:07 GMT

Record year of creativity at 19th annual UChicago Medicine Staff Art Exhibit

Jessica Printz has lived with multiple sclerosis for a quarter-century. Last year, she felt ready to tell her story — not in words, but in art. Printz transformed a year’s worth of her yellow plastic medication bottles — an ordinary item most people toss …

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Published on February 23, 2026 - 22:15 GMT

UChicago Medicine partners with Taiwan Ministry of Health and Welfare to develop clinical health IT leaders

Photo at the memorandum of understanding signing ceremony. From left to right: UChicago Medicine Executive Director of Clinical Excellence, Innovation and Engagement Sharon Markman, MHA; UChicago Medicine Chief Medical Information Officer and Medical …

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Published on February 19, 2026 - 20:01 GMT

What women need to know about sports injuries

Anatomy, nutrition and other factors can make female athletes — and all active women — more prone to injury and orthopaedic aches and pains. Whether you are a triathlete or just trying to get fit, minimize your risk for injury with these tips from Farah …

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Published on February 19, 2026 - 20:01 GMT

Memory loss: What's normal and what's not

Losing your keys. Forgetting why you came into a room. Repeating stories or getting lost in familiar places. If these have happened to you or a loved one, you might wonder: Is this normal or could it be the first sign of dementia? Mild trouble with memory …

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Published on February 19, 2026 - 20:01 GMT

UChicago cardiologist rethinks devices used to prevent stroke in patients with AFib

Approximately 10.5 million Americans have atrial fibrillation (AFib), a condition that causes an irregular, often too fast, heartbeat. AFib increases the risk of stroke four to five times more than normal because it can cause blood to pool in the atria, or …

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