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Summer safety tips: How to avoid heat stroke, sunburn, drowning, fireworks injuries and more

Two UChicago Medicine physicians provide summer safety tips, including information on how to treat illnesses at home versus when you should seek professional medical care.

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Groundbreaking ovarian cancer research targets cells fueling tumor growth

Researchers at UChicago found that blocking the enzyme NNMT in tumor-supporting cells restores immune function and improve the effectiveness of immunotherapy in ovarian cancer.

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Chicago SuperAger Edith Renfrow Smith turns 111

Edith Renfrow Smith, the oldest participant in UChicago's SuperAging Research Initiative, celebrated 111 years of a remarkable life in July 2025.

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How do you cope emotionally with a cancer diagnosis? This UChicago Medicine program can help.

Cancer diagnosis and treatment can cause severe emotional distress. UChicago Medicine's Psychosocial Oncology Program helps patients and their families deal with their complex emotions.