We’re proud to share that 47 specialists at Rush were named “Top #Cancer Doctors” by Chicago Magazine.

The CDC says doctors’ visits for the flu have hit the highest level in nearly 30 years. Rush emergency physician Nick Cozzi, MD, shares how patients with overlapping viruses and breathing difficulties are keeping his team “incredibly busy.”

The New York Times showcases the benefits of following the MIND diet as part of its Brain Health Challenge series. Rush dietitian Jennifer Ventrelle explains how it works.

The Chicago area is seeing a surge in flu cases caused by a more contagious variant. Rush infectious disease expert Michael Lin, MD, joins Channel 2 Wbbm Tv to weigh in. Watch the full interview: https://rsh.md/44SSCxP

If you're over 50, what you eat can make a big difference in your ability to fight off illnesses. A Rush expert explains how one food can help strengthen your immune system, via Parade.

Plenty of people resolve to improve their health in the new year, but fewer know where to start. So we asked Rush physicians for their best advice on building healthier habits in 2026.

Start 2026 strong with these diet tips to help you feel great all year long.

The holidays can be a fun but stressful time — especially for our hearts. Rush cardiologist Arjun Mehta, MD, joins Fox News to describe the risk factors for holiday heart syndrome. Watch the full interview: https://rsh.md/4pdtbhv

The strong pull of social media and smartphones can prevent us from being truly present during holiday gatherings. Try these five practical tips to "be here now" during the holidays and beyond.

Big holiday cheer comes in tiny packages 🎁 Laurance Armour Day School students brought joy to patients, their families and staff members as they caroled around Rush's campus. LADS is a licensed, award-winning preschool center for the children of Rush employees.

Does cold weather really cause colds? Yes, but the reason why may surprise you.

#Flu cases are spiking in the Chicago area. Rush's Michael Lin, MD, explains what you can do to protect yourself on the latest @blockclubchi.bsky.social#Flupodcast. https://its-all-good-the-block-club-chicago-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/chicagos-flu-season-is-here-is-it-too-late-to-protect-yourself

The holidays can be an emotionally charged time, especially for older adults and their caregivers. Get tips for a happier holiday season.

Worried about saying the wrong thing to someone with cancer? Here’s how to talk to them with care and compassion.

🤧 Flu season is here. Stay healthy during the holidays by getting your flu vaccine and taking simple steps to avoid getting sick.

Despite an abundance of buttery foods and sweet treats, the holidays can be a great time to jump-start your New Year's resolutions with the brain-healthy MIND diet.

The CDC is tracking a surge of norovirus cases across the U.S., including in Illinois. Rush infectious disease expert David Nguyen, MD, explains how it spreads on Fox 32 Chicago. Watch the full interview: https://rsh.md/4pJYTEj

A CDC panel recently reversed its guidance that all American newborns receive the hepatitis B vaccine. Rush hepatologist Steven Flamm, MD, joined WBEZ to clarify what this means for Illinois patients.

How can you tell the difference between age-related cognitive changes and dementia? Rush neurologist Jori Fleisher, MD, highlights the symptoms.

A growing number of young adults are experiencing uncontrollable vomiting after heavy cannabis use. Rush toxicologist Antonia Nemanich, MD, joins Fox Chicago to explain why "scromiting" is so difficult to treat. Watch the full interview: https://rsh.md/3XLkY9g

Battling chapped lips and itchy, dry skin? A humidifier could help.

Packed with an array of rich, sugary and salty foods, the holiday season can be especially challenging for people with diabetes. Help keep it under control with these simple tips.

Elizabeth Berry-Kravis, MD, PhD, is known for taking on some of the most complex and rare neurological conditions in children. Through her research, care and empathy, she is offering families something they’ve long been searching for — hope. More on @cbschicago.bsky.social: https://rsh.md/3Yjn6Fk.

Rush Oak Park Hospital has named longtime board member Everett Ward as chair of its Board of Directors, recognizing his deep commitment to the community and decades of leadership across the Chicago region.

With transcatheter aortic valve replacement (#TAVR) Hussam Suradi, MD, uses a tiny device and high-tech procedure to open a narrowed aortic valve so the heart can pump smoothly again: https://rsh.md/4ptLfVQ

As temperatures plunge across Chicago, remember that frostbite can happen in just minutes. If you have to be out in the cold, here are a few steps to help you stay safe.

GLP-1 medications can have powerful effects on our bodies. Can they impact our mental health as well? Rush psychiatrist Joshua Eloge, MD, explains via Fox 32. Watch the full interview: https://rsh.md/3MmDkL8

If you visit Robojo — our new coffee robot at Rush Oak Park Hospital — please introduce them to the surgery robot. We think they’d really hit it off! 🤖💚

The holidays can lead to drinking a good bit more than you planned, and those pounding or skipping heartbeats afterward might be a sign of something more serious. It's called holiday heart syndrome.

A new influenza variant appears to be resistant to this year's flu vaccine. Rush infectious disease specialist Shivanjali Shankaran, MD, joins ABC7 to explain who's most vulnerable.

Can having a purpose in life lower your risk of cognitive decline? Rush Alzheimer's Disease Center researcher Lisa L. Barnes, PhD, explains in Oprah Daily.

It provides weight loss results that rival GLP-1 medications, but endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty isn't as well-known. Rush interventional gastroenterologist Christopher Chapman, MD, explains how the nonsurgical procedure works, via WGN News. Watch the full interview: https://rsh.md/43RmzOd

Your best Black Friday bargain: A real personal assistant, 24/7 urgent care access, free prescription delivery and more — all for $10 for your first two months. Use promo code BLACKFRIDAY10. Offer ends Dec. 31. rush.edu/connectplus

Lung cancer is often diagnosed at an advanced stage when it's harder to treat. Rush thoracic surgeon Jonathan Waxman, MD, highlights key lung cancer risk factors. Get to know Dr. Waxman: https://rsh.md/4oZ8M0o

A typical #Thanksgiving plate can pack up to 4,500 calories — but it doesn’t have to. These simple swaps can help you savor every bite without overdoing it.

In older adults, epileptic seizures are often so subtle they're easy to miss — or mistake for something else.

While #LungCancer screening guidelines may evolve to include more people, ensuring that those who already qualify actually get screened should remain a priority, Rush thoracic surgeon Nicole Geissen, MD, tells @nbcnews.com.#LungCancer

Weight loss surgery and GLP-1 medications have helped thousands of patients find success shedding weight, but which is the best option? Rush gastroenterologist Christopher Chapman, MD, weighs in via WGN.

Transgender Day of Remembrance honors transgender and gender-diverse people whose lives were tragically lost to anti-transgender violence. Rush chaplains express solidarity with the transgender community.

It may seem worse in the winter, but dry, cracked, red skin isn’t just a seasonal concern. Protect your skin throughout the year with these tips from a Rush expert.

Rush's investment in the community and efforts to reduce its carbon footprint have earned recognition from the International Hospital Federation.

Whether you’re after a fresh look, easier breathing or both, get the most out of your rhinoplasty with expert tips for smarter prep and recovery.

Are antidepressants addictive? Can they cause violence? Rush psychiatrist Aniruddha Deka, MD, helps set the record straight in the @wsj.com.

Smoking triples your risk of bladder cancer. The good news? You can lower that risk.

Following Rev. Jesse Jackson, Sr.’s diagnosis of progressive supranuclear palsy, Rush neurologist Jori Fleisher, MD, spoke with @cbschicago.bsky.social to explain this rare neurological disorder.