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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.

UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital OB/GYN team

UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial opens new women’s health clinic, expanding access to specialty care in Chicago’s Southland

New clinic brings advanced OB/GYN services to the Southland, helping address longstanding gaps in complex maternal and women’s healthcare

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8 ways to prevent falls at home: Safety tips every senior should know

Falls are the leading cause of injury for people ages 65 and older. A UChicago Medicine geriatrician shares easy ways to reduce fall and trip hazards in your house.

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Sex therapy for GI patients: UChicago Medicine program offers specialized support

UChicago Medicine is the only hospital system in the country to offer specialized sex therapy for people with gastrointestinal (GI) conditions. Clinical health psychologist and certified sex therapist Alyse Bedell, PhD, talks about the unique sexual health concerns of GI patients and how she helps address them.