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Why fast action is key when suffering a stroke
Stroke is the fifth-leading cause of death in the U.S. Learn the risk factors and symptoms of strokes to stay health and minimize risks.
How hyperbaric oxygen therapy saved a man’s leg and foot from amputation
UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital has two of the few hyperbaric chambers available locally, which attracts wound-care patients from Chicago, the south suburbs and Northwest Indiana. The therapy is a strong option for patients without other options, doctors say.
Living with Stage 3 lung cancer in your 80s and 90s
Mickey Allen was 89 years old when she was diagnosed with Stage 3B lung cancer. How did her age impact her treatment options? University of Chicago Medicine oncologists explain what factors they consider when creating treatment plans for patients in their 80s and 90s.
Diabetes in older adults: Risks, treatments and health habits to know
Nearly 1 in 3 people ages 65 and older have diabetes, federal data show. Learn about symptoms, lifestyle modifications and unique challenges the disease poses for older adults.
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