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Black people are nearly twice as likely to die from colorectal cancer than other races. University of Chicago Medicine gastroenterologist Karen Kim, MD, says it's mainly because they're less likely to have preventive screenings. She explains why, and what UChicago Medicine is doing to help.

In this expert Q&A, neuro-oncologist Dr. Deric Park and neurosurgeon Dr. Paramita Das share insights on the different types of brain tumors, the symptoms they may cause and the types of therapies to treat them.

National U.S. Women’s Health COVID-19 Study survey results find increased health-related socioeconomic vulnerability and higher rates of depression and anxiety among women in April 2020.

AbbVie Foundation is supporting the University of Chicago Medicine Comprehensive Cancer Center's research and educational efforts through a $10 million gift.

Child and adolescent clinical psychologist Sonya Dinizulu, PhD, discusses ideas to help kids connect with friends during the pandemic and why it's important.

As a community health worker, Dameka Edwards-Hart provides basic education and help children and their families understand how and when to use their asthma medication.

Despite changes caused by the pandemic, Pritzker School of Medicine students matched to leading residency programs across the county, including the University of Chicago Medicine.

Double-masking has become a popular solution to provide greater protection against COVID-19. However, infectious diseases expert Dr. Emily Landon explains that focusing on the fit of your mask is the best way to stay protected.