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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.

Hugh Williams, pictured at Mission of Faith Baptist Church on the South Side. (Mark Black)

Faith in motion: Rehab after heart surgery helps preacher return to the pulpit

A preacher regained his strength at UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital Inpatient Rehabilitation, where a partnership with the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab offers a full spectrum of care for people with complex rehabilitative needs.

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Prostate cancer clinical trial and targeted treatment preserve quality of life for Northwest Indiana man

John Balogh participated in a clinical trial at UChicago Medicine that delivered personalized radiation therapy to target his prostate cancer. Today, he's cancer-free.

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Virtual urgent care at UChicago Medicine: What to know before your visit

UChicago Medicine offers 24/7 virtual urgent care for common issues via MyChart, connecting you with trained doctors for convenient, timely care from home.