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

Most commonly known as stomach flu, norovirus is a highly contagious virus that generally spreads hand to mouth 12 to 36 hours after exposure. Learn how norovirus is contracted — and how to stay safe.

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Uncovering inequalities in breast cancer immunotherapy access

New research shows that triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) patients who are Black or have lower socioeconomic status are significantly less likely to have access to cutting-edge, life-saving treatments.

Christina Evans, CNA, works at UChicago Medicine Inpatient Rehabilitation at Ingalls Memorial Hospital in Harvey, the same place that helped her get back to her life after a motorcycle crash.

After inpatient rehab at UChicago Medicine, motorcycle crash survivor works to inspire others

After surviving a motorcycle crash, Christina Evans rebuilt her life through determination and expert rehabilitation care at UChicago Medicine. Now a CNA in the same unit at Ingalls Memorial Hospital that helped her heal, she inspires patients with her story of recovery.

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Researchers look for the best ways to help people with HIV quit smoking

Combining bupropion medication and a behavioral counseling program dramatically increased quit rates among people living with HIV who smoked.