University of Chicago Medicine Press Releases

Structural beam for new cancer pavilion holds messages of strength, hope

A steel beam that will soon crown the University of Chicago Medicine’s new cancer pavilion is more than just a structural element — it’s a symbol of hope, dedication and collaboration. Covered in more than 3,400 signatures and heartfelt messages, the 31- …

What you need to know about the recent tuberculosis outbreak

A recent tuberculosis (TB) outbreak in Kansas has public health officials questioning whether the airborne disease has the potential to spread nationwide. As of late January, there were more than 60 cases in a concentrated area near Kansas City. This is …

Vocal cord surgery for rare tumor gives ABC7 anchor her voice back

Samantha Chatman noticed that her smooth, warm timbre was becoming increasingly hoarse. The weekend morning anchor and investigative reporter for Chicago’s ABC7 initially thought the cause was her allergies or asthma. But after the hoarseness grew worse, …

Clinical trial to study new use for CAR T-cell therapy: treating autoimmune diseases

The University of Chicago Medicine has launched a Phase 2 clinical trial to study how CAR T-cell therapy could be used to treat three autoimmune diseases: systemic lupus erythematosus, inflammatory myositis and systemic sclerosis (also known as systemic …

Fine-tuned brain-computer interface makes prosthetic limbs feel more real

You can probably complete an amazing number of tasks with your hands without looking at them. But if you put on gloves that muffle your sense of touch, many of those simple tasks become frustrating. Take away proprioception — your ability to sense your …

How to prevent (and recover from) norovirus, the stomach bug that’s surging

Norovirus is most commonly known as the stomach flu, but it is not caused by the influenza virus. It’s a different, highly contagious virus that generally spreads via hand-to-mouth contact about 12 to 36 hours after exposure — and cases are on the rise. …

New wearable devices, drugs and at-home monitoring: What the future holds for people with IBD

Wearable devices that monitor gut inflammation. New oral medications. At-home testing to reduce trips to the doctor. These are just a few of the breakthroughs expected to change the course of care for inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), including Crohn’s …

7 things you can do to prevent getting bird flu

Public health officials are closely monitoring the latest bird flu outbreak that has sickened or killed millions of birds, chicken and cattle in the U.S. The virus, also known as avian influenza or H5N1, has spread to dozens of humans, mostly farm and …

Dr. Mitchell Posner named Chief Clinical Officer for the University of Chicago Medicine Comprehensive Cancer Center and cancer ...

Mitchell C. Posner, MD, has been appointed Chief Clinical Officer of the University of Chicago Medicine Comprehensive Cancer Center (UCCCC) and the health system’s Cancer Service Line. In this newly created leadership role, Posner will be responsible for …

Can a 'cold cap' prevent hair loss during chemotherapy?

UChicago Medicine breast cancer patient Megan Steen used a cold cap during her chemotherapy treatment, with help from her mother, Melissa. When Megan Steen learned she needed chemotherapy, her thoughts immediately turned to one thing: her hair. The 34-year …

More than 200 UChicago Medicine doctors named 'Top Docs in Cook County' by Chicago Magazine

Transformative insights and innovations from UChicago Medicine blood cancer experts at ASH 2024

The American Society for Hematology (ASH) Annual Meeting is the world’s largest and most comprehensive hematology event, offering an invaluable educational experience. Each year, thousands of scientific abstracts highlight the latest updates in the hottest …

UChicago Medicine & Biological Science's top stories of 2024

The University of Chicago Medicine and the Biological Sciences Division got to tell many stories about research, milestones and successes in 2024. Here's a roundup of the top stories that resonated with social media followers and readers of The …

AI in the exam room: 5 things to know about UChicago Medicine’s new note-taking tool

Doctors spend a lot of time and effort typing notes into your electronic health record (EHR) during — and after — a visit. This work is a very important part of your care, but it also may be distracting at an appointment, and it can add to physician …

UChicago Medicine transplant teams look for ways to say ‘yes’ to patients

The University of Chicago Medicine has been at the forefront of organ transplantation since the beginning, building on a legacy including the world’s first successful living-donor liver transplant and the first heart-liver-kidney triple organ transplant. …

Biased language in clinical handoffs may negatively impact patient care

When doctors and nurses pass patient information from one shift to another — an exchange known as a “handoff” — the specific words they use behind closed doors matter more than they might realize. A new study published in JAMA Network Open shows that when …

The Leapfrog Group names UCMC a Top Teaching Hospital for seventh time

For the seventh time, The Leapfrog Group has named the University of Chicago Medical Center a Top Teaching Hospital for its high standards in patient safety and quality of care. It is one of only 75 hospitals in the country to earn the distinction. The …

UChicago Medicine receives $2.8 million to empower underrepresented students in cancer research

The University of Chicago Medicine Comprehensive Cancer Center (UCCCC) has been awarded a $1.5 million grant from the National Cancer Institute (NCI) and a $1.3 million grant from the National Institute of General Medical Sciences (NIGMS) to expand two …

What your urine says about your kidney health

A core function of the kidneys is to clean your blood by expelling waste products and excess fluid as urine. So if you’ve noticed a change in your urine — such as color, cloudiness or unusual smell — it could be a sign that your kidney health is at risk. …

How to talk to a loved one about their cancer diagnosis

A cancer diagnosis can be scary, for the person who receives the diagnosis and also for their loved ones.  When someone we care about tells us that they have cancer, it can be hard to know what to say. It’s important that we find ways to show up for them …