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Measles Update: Information for Patients

Measles Update: Information for Patients

03/15/2024

Individuals vaccinated with the MMR vaccine, including infants and young children, are at extremely low risk for contracting measles, even with exposure. Read More

First Lady Dr. Jill Biden, Actress Halle Berry Visit UI Health Highlighting White House Initiative on Women’s Health Research

First Lady Dr. Jill Biden, Actress Halle Berry Visit UI Health Highlighting White House Initiative on Women’s Health Research

02/14/2024

The visit raised awareness of the specific needs and challenges women face within the healthcare system, particularly during menopause. Read More

UI Health Now the Largest Kidney/Pancreas Program in the U.S.

UI Health Now the Largest Kidney/Pancreas Program in the U.S.

01/31/2024

The University of Illinois Hospital & Clinics performed the most simultaneous pancreas-kidney transplants in the United States in 2023, according to data from the Organ Procurement & Transplantation Network. Read More

Top Docs 2024: 78 UI Health Physicians Featured in Chicago Magazine

Top Docs 2024: 78 UI Health Physicians Featured in Chicago Magazine

01/16/2024

The physicians and surgeons, across 36 specialties, are recognized on the Castle Connolly Top Doctors list for 2024. Read More

NEW: Emergency Department CT System

NEW: Emergency Department CT System

12/15/2023

The addition of a CT machine in the ED allows for more immediate diagnostics and treatment for critical brain injuries like stroke — especially for patients arriving via ambulance or hospital transfer. Read More

CDC Director Visits UI Health, Talks About the Importance of Vaccination

CDC Director Visits UI Health, Talks About the Importance of Vaccination

11/17/2023

Dr. Mandy K. Cohen visited UI Health vaccination clinics to urge Chicagoans to get the latest COVID-19, flu, and RSV vaccines. Read More

What is SEEG and is it a good fit for your Epilepsy Care?

What is SEEG and is it a good fit for your Epilepsy Care?

11/13/2023

Patients with drug-resistant epilepsy may benefit from SEEG, a minimally invasive procedure that can help pinpoint the source of a patient's seizures. Read More

UI Health, Mile Square Join National Trial of Blood Test for Multi-cancer Screening

UI Health, Mile Square Join National Trial of Blood Test for Multi-cancer Screening

10/26/2023

Researchers will study a new test that screens for 50 types of cancer. Read More

Raquel & Rocky’s Transplant Story: ‘Don’t Worry, Mom. I Got Your Back!’

Raquel & Rocky’s Transplant Story: ‘Don’t Worry, Mom. I Got Your Back!’

10/25/2023

When Raquel Ramirez needed a life-saving liver transplant, her daughter, Rocky, did not hesitate to step up. Read More

UIC alumnus Establishes Named Deanship in the College of Medicine

UIC alumnus Establishes Named Deanship in the College of Medicine

10/16/2023

The deanship will support innovative, impactful programs that further the College of Medicine’s mission. Read More

Fall 2023 COVID-19 Updates & Guidance

Fall 2023 COVID-19 Updates & Guidance

09/29/2023

As the fall/winter virus season begins, please follow these guidelines to keep yourself and others safe and keep the transmission of COVID-19 to low levels. Read More

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

09/15/2023

From September 15 through October 15, UI Health honors the achievements and contributions of Hispanic and Latinx members of our community through Hispanic Heritage Month. Read More

Awards Recognize UI Health for Cardiac, Stroke Care

Awards Recognize UI Health for Cardiac, Stroke Care

08/03/2023

American Heart Association/American Stroke Association designations recognize commitment to providing effective care and treatment for artery blockage, heart attack, heart failure, and stroke using the most advanced procedures available. Read More

CTA Blue Line Closure: July 23 – Oct. 7

CTA Blue Line Closure: July 23 – Oct. 7

07/24/2023

Blue Line riders traveling to UI Health care sites are encouraged to plan ahead and allow extra travel time through the summer and early fall. Read More

UI Health Celebrates Disability Pride Month

UI Health Celebrates Disability Pride Month

07/01/2023

July is Disability Pride Month! UI Health celebrates people living with disabilities and their numerous accomplishments and achievements. Read More

UI Health Recognized with 2 Awards for Commitment to Sustainability

UI Health Recognized with 2 Awards for Commitment to Sustainability

06/09/2023

UI Health received the Greenhealth Emerald and Greening the OR Recognition Awards from Practice Greenhealth, a healthcare sustainability organization. Read More

Celebrating LGBTQ+ Pride Month

Celebrating LGBTQ+ Pride Month

06/01/2023

UI Health celebrates the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer community. Read More

UI Health Celebrates Jewish American Heritage Month (JAHM)

UI Health Celebrates Jewish American Heritage Month (JAHM)

05/10/2023

Join UI Health this month in honoring the achievements and contributions of Jewish Americans to our community. Read More

Celebrating Asian American & Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month

Celebrating Asian American & Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month

05/01/2023

UI Health honors Asian American & Pacific Islanders’ contributions to Illinois and the nation. Read More

April 21 Proclaimed Sarcoidosis Day in Chicago

April 21 Proclaimed Sarcoidosis Day in Chicago

04/21/2023

The proclamation raises awareness for the inflammatory disease and the care and research being done at the Bernie Mac STAR Center at UI Health. Read More

UI Health Spanish-Language Kidney Transplant Clinic Aids Patients Through Transplantation Process

UI Health Spanish-Language Kidney Transplant Clinic Aids Patients Through Transplantation Process

04/19/2023

Since beginning in April 2022, the specialty clinic has served more than 160 Spanish-speaking Kidney Transplant patients. Read More

Medicaid Patients: It’s Time to Renew Your Coverage

Medicaid Patients: It’s Time to Renew Your Coverage

04/17/2023

The Medicaid-renewal process, which had been on hold during the COVID-19 pandemic, will resume in May 2023. Don’t risk losing your coverage — renew today! Read More

Milestone: 100 Outpatient Robotic Surgeries at Specialty Care Building

Milestone: 100 Outpatient Robotic Surgeries at Specialty Care Building

03/31/2023

UI Health recently celebrated performing its 100th outpatient robotic surgery at its new Specialty Care Building. Read More

Women’s History Month

Women’s History Month

03/01/2023

UI Health celebrates Women's History Month and its 2023 theme, "Celebrating Women Who Tell Our Stories," recognizing that listening to women's past, present, and future can have an incredible impact on our ability to empathize, connect, and transform the quality of our care. Read More

NBC Chicago: UI Health ER Study Finds High Prevalence of Diabetes

NBC Chicago: UI Health ER Study Finds High Prevalence of Diabetes

02/13/2023

Emergency Medicine physician Dr. Janet Lin spoke with NBC Chicago about a recent study by UI that detecting diabetes in hundreds of patients seeking treatment in the Emergency Department. Read More

New Hospital Atrium Opens at UI Health

New Hospital Atrium Opens at UI Health

02/01/2023

Located at the corner of Taylor and Wood Streets, the Atrium is a two-story lobby that welcomes patients and visitors and enhances the interior ambience of University of Illinois Hospital. Read More

Native American Heritage Month

Native American Heritage Month

11/01/2022

UI Health honors Native American Heritage Month and the past and present significance of Native Americans in our area. Read More

UI Health Specialty Care Building Opens to Patients

UI Health Specialty Care Building Opens to Patients

09/26/2022

The $194 million facility is a new home for expert care and surgical services in the heart of the Illinois Medical District. Read More

UI Health Recognized for Heart Attack Care

UI Health Recognized for Heart Attack Care

08/09/2022

Two American Heart Association awards recognize hospital’s achievement in meeting care guidelines for heart attacks and artery blockages. Read More

UI Health Nationally Recognized for Commitment to High-Quality Cardiovascular Care

UI Health Nationally Recognized for Commitment to High-Quality Cardiovascular Care

07/11/2022

UI Health was recognized with three awards from the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association for quality and commitment in providing effective stroke and cardiovascular care. Read More

Celebrating Disability Pride Month

Celebrating Disability Pride Month

07/01/2022

Disability Pride Month provides an opportunity to remove the stigma around living with a disability and remind everyone of ways to be accessible and inclusive in our care and work environments, and our personal lives. Read More

UI Health: We’re Building a Healthier Future for You

UI Health: We’re Building a Healthier Future for You

06/06/2022

We are expanding access to expert healthcare with throughout the region, including our new Specialty Care Building opening this fall in the Illinois Medical District. Read More

UI Health Named 2022 ‘LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader’

UI Health Named 2022 ‘LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader’

06/01/2022

The University of Illinois Hospital & Clinics has been recognized for inclusive care and policies for LGBTQ+ patients, visitors, and staff by the Human Rights Campaign’s 2022 Health Equality Index . Read More

Certified Nurse-Midwives: Committed to a Lifespan of Wellness

Certified Nurse-Midwives: Committed to a Lifespan of Wellness

05/31/2022

As part of women’s health month, UI Health is highlighting the role of our certified nurse-midwives in providing a full range of sexual and reproductive health services throughout the lifespan. Read More

UCCN, Division of Infectious Diseases Host Drag Show to Support HIV Services

UCCN, Division of Infectious Diseases Host Drag Show to Support HIV Services

05/04/2022

The show raised funds to support services for people living with HIV through the UI Health Community Clinic Network and the Test Positive Aware Network TPAN. Read More

Celebrating Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Celebrating Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month

05/01/2022

This May, UI Health pays tribute to the generations of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders that have enriched American history and healthcare. Read More

3 UI Health Leaders Named ‘Notable Executives of Color in Health Care’

3 UI Health Leaders Named ‘Notable Executives of Color in Health Care’

03/07/2022

Leaders were recognized for having broken barriers as they ascended to positions of influence in healthcare and working to provide relief, make vaccines and boosters available, and educate families on safety measures during the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More

Celebrating Women’s History Month

Celebrating Women’s History Month

03/04/2022

During March, UI Health is recognizing the importance of Women’s History and the achievements of women in the healthcare industry. Read More

St. Baldrick’s event raises more than $9,000 for Pediatric Cancer Research

St. Baldrick’s event raises more than $9,000 for Pediatric Cancer Research

02/22/2022

In a return to the in-person event, nine individuals from the UI Health community volunteered to shave their heads as part of the hospital’s annual St. Baldrick’s Foundation fundraiser. Read More

UI Health Named a Top Hospital for VBAC Deliveries

UI Health Named a Top Hospital for VBAC Deliveries

02/18/2022

BirthGuide Chicago rated hospital for success, safety in vaginal birth after cesarean deliveries. Read More

Concussion Management Goes Beyond the Football Field

Concussion Management Goes Beyond the Football Field

02/11/2022

Concussions can happen to anyone at any time — whether from sports, a car accident, or just a fall. The Concussion Management Program at UI health brings together an experienced team of clinicians to help patients safely recover from concussions. Read More

Celebrating Black History Month at UI Health

Celebrating Black History Month at UI Health

02/01/2022

UI Health recognizes the achievements and contributions of the African American community during Black History Month. Read More

Dr. Sally Campbell-Lee elected to board of directors for American Association for the Advancement of Blood and Biotherapies

Dr. Sally Campbell-Lee elected to board of directors for American Association for the Advancement of Blood and Biotherapies

01/18/2022

Her research focuses on red blood cell transfusion in sickle cell disease and immunohematology Read More

Reflections on World AIDS Day

Reflections on World AIDS Day

12/01/2021

Elena Llinas, of the UI Health Community Clinic Network (UCCN), shares her thoughts on the annual day of support and commemoration for those living with and who have died from AIDS-related illness. Read More

Partnership for Pediatric Care: UI Health, Cook County Health Announce Specialty Pediatric Services Collaboration

Partnership for Pediatric Care: UI Health, Cook County Health Announce Specialty Pediatric Services Collaboration

11/03/2021

Under new shared-services partnership, 165 pediatric providers will be credentialed to provide care at both health systems’ locations. Read More

Surgeons Perform UI Health’s First Robotic-assisted Nipple-sparing Double Mastectomy

Surgeons Perform UI Health’s First Robotic-assisted Nipple-sparing Double Mastectomy

10/08/2021

The nearly scarless procedure can help alleviate patient fears about asymmetry and results. Read More

UI Health Leads Collaborative to Bring More Healthcare Services to Southwest Side

UI Health Leads Collaborative to Bring More Healthcare Services to Southwest Side

10/01/2021

The TARGET Health Collaborative Partnership will open a new clinic to increase access to comprehensive healthcare in Chicago’s Gage Park and West Elsdon communities. Read More

5 East Med-Surg Services Earns 2021 PRISM Award

5 East Med-Surg Services Earns 2021 PRISM Award

09/30/2021

The University of Illinois Hospital receives its third AMSN PRISM Award since 2014. Read More

Heart Failure, Stroke Programs Receive Top Care Awards

Heart Failure, Stroke Programs Receive Top Care Awards

09/07/2021

‘Get With The Guidelines’ designations recognize commitment to providing effective heart failure and stroke care using the most advanced procedures available. Read More

7 UI Health Leaders Receive Presidential Medallion

7 UI Health Leaders Receive Presidential Medallion

08/27/2021

University of Illinois System President Tim Killeen honored leaders fo UI Health’s mass-vaccination effort and UIC’s vaccine clinical trials. Read More

Post-COVID Clinic Participates in Long-Hauler Study

Post-COVID Clinic Participates in Long-Hauler Study

07/13/2021

UI Health, in Chicago, IL, has been working with local and national public health officials to respond to COVID-19 and minimize the spread. Read More

New OB Emergency Department Opens at UI Health

New OB Emergency Department Opens at UI Health

07/08/2021

The dedicated obstetric emergency room is the only such in Illinois and one of just four in the country. Read More

Spine Surgery Program recognized as Blue Distinction Center+

Spine Surgery Program recognized as Blue Distinction Center+

06/30/2021

The Blue Cross Blue Shield program designates healthcare facilities that show a commitment to safely and effectively delivering quality specialty care, including improved patient safety and better health outcomes. Read More

Rani Morrison named Thomas C. Dolan Executive Diversity Program Scholar

Rani Morrison named Thomas C. Dolan Executive Diversity Program Scholar

05/06/2021

The American College of Healthcare Executives program prepares new generations of top-level healthcare leaders who are more reflective of the diversity within healthcare organizations and the patients they serve. Read More

UI Health Delivering COVID-19 Vaccine to City’s Most Vulnerable

UI Health Delivering COVID-19 Vaccine to City’s Most Vulnerable

03/16/2021

Partnership with Protect Chicago Plus is providing the vaccine in Englewood and will soon expand to other neighborhoods. Read More

Transplant Program Sees Record Volumes, Leads Chicago in 3 Transplant Categories

Transplant Program Sees Record Volumes, Leads Chicago in 3 Transplant Categories

02/15/2021

Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, UI Health performed a record number of liver and pancreas transplants in 2020. Read More

UI Health Named Blue Distinction Center for Maternity Care

UI Health Named Blue Distinction Center for Maternity Care

01/12/2021

The specialty care program recognizes healthcare providers that demonstrate expertise in delivering quality specialty care — safely, effectively, and cost efficiently. Read More

COVID-19 Vaccine ‘A Light at the End of the Tunnel’

COVID-19 Vaccine ‘A Light at the End of the Tunnel’

12/18/2020

The University of Illinois Hospital & Clinics began its first COVID-19 vaccinations for healthcare providers Friday, Dec. 18. Read More

Expert Epilepsy Treatment and Care with State-of-the-Art Technology

Expert Epilepsy Treatment and Care with State-of-the-Art Technology

12/03/2020

Robotic neurosurgery provides a completely new direction in management of complex epilepsy care and offers benefits for patients living with epilepsy. Read More

Don’t Let Your Guard Down: Get the Flu Shot!

Don’t Let Your Guard Down: Get the Flu Shot!

11/10/2020

As we enter the flu season, all the safeguards we’ve put in place for COVID apply for flu. Mask up, wash up, back up, clean up — and get your flu shot! Read More

Respiratory Therapy Team Critical in COVID-19 Care

Respiratory Therapy Team Critical in COVID-19 Care

10/26/2020

As part of Respiratory Care Week, we would like to highlight the critical role our respiratory therapists throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More

Stroke, Heart Failure Programs Recognized for Advanced, Effective Care

Stroke, Heart Failure Programs Recognized for Advanced, Effective Care

10/06/2020

‘Get With The Guidelines’ designations recognize commitment to providing effective stroke and heart failure care using the most advanced procedures available. Read More

UI Health performs first-ever robotic kidney transplant for patient with polycystic kidney disease

UI Health performs first-ever robotic kidney transplant for patient with polycystic kidney disease

10/01/2020

The first-of-its-kind procedure normally requires open, invasive surgery and a very large incision Read More

UI Health Named ‘LGBTQ Health Care Equality Top Performer’

UI Health Named ‘LGBTQ Health Care Equality Top Performer’

09/08/2020

The University of Illinois Hospital & Clinics has been recognized for inclusive care and policies for LGBTQ patients, visitors, and staff by the Human Rights Campaign’s 2020 Health Equality Index Read More

UI Health COVID-19 Vaccine Study Now Open

UI Health COVID-19 Vaccine Study Now Open

08/24/2020

Chicagoans to participate in national clinical trial beginning Aug. 24. Read More

UI Health Joint Replacement Program Receives Quality Award

UI Health Joint Replacement Program Receives Quality Award

08/19/2020

The Gage Award from America’s Essential Hospitals honors creative, successful programs that enhance patient care and meet community needs. Read More

UI Health Breaks Ground on Outpatient Surgery Center & Specialty Clinics Building

UI Health Breaks Ground on Outpatient Surgery Center & Specialty Clinics Building

08/14/2020

University leadership, elected officials, and donors convene to celebrate new 200,000-square-foot facility planned to open in 2022. Read More

Grant to Support Mile Square Health Center’s Mission in Reducing Healthcare Disparities

Grant to Support Mile Square Health Center’s Mission in Reducing Healthcare Disparities

07/31/2020

Grant program is funded by the AHA Institute for Diversity and Health Equity and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois Read More

August is National Minority Donor Awareness Month

August is National Minority Donor Awareness Month

07/30/2020

More than 60% of transplant candidates waiting for organs in Illinois are minorities. Read More

UI Health Receives Practice Greenhealth Emerald Award

UI Health Receives Practice Greenhealth Emerald Award

07/24/2020

Congratulations to the UI Health Green Team for receiving the prestigious Practice Greenhealth Emerald Award, which recognizes outstanding hospitals from within the Partner for Change applications. This is the second consecutive year they have received this honor. Read More

UI Health: We’re Ready to Care for You

UI Health: We’re Ready to Care for You

07/23/2020

We’re all working to keep each other safe — and that means keeping ourselves healthy, too.UI Health is here, just as we’ve always been to help you get the care you and your family need. We look forward to caring for you soon. Read More

Chicago Healthcare Organizations Align Efforts to Combat Systemic Racism in Healthcare

Chicago Healthcare Organizations Align Efforts to Combat Systemic Racism in Healthcare

06/19/2020

UI Health is among 36 Chicago health systems to pledge to work to improve health equity across the city, focusing on vulnerable neighborhoods Read More

COVID-19 Vaccine to be Tested in UI Health Clinical Trial

COVID-19 Vaccine to be Tested in UI Health Clinical Trial

06/18/2020

UI Health is the only site in Chicago to be selected for phase 3 clinical trial Read More

Health, Safety Top Priorities as Appointments Resume at UI Health

Health, Safety Top Priorities as Appointments Resume at UI Health

06/09/2020

As we reopen regular appointments at our outpatient clinics, we want to let you know about the updates we have made to our healthcare spaces to ensure your visits are safe, timely, and convenient — so you and your loved ones continue to receive the care you need to stay healthy. Read More

L.P. Johnson Health Center is Now an Official Mile Square Health Center

L.P. Johnson Health Center is Now an Official Mile Square Health Center

05/29/2020

University of Illinois L.P. Johnson Health Center is now an official component of the UI Health – Mile Square Health Center, one of the most progressive Federally Qualified Health Centers FQHCs in the nation. Read More

New Remdesivir Trial at UI Health Tests Drug in Combination with Baricitinib

New Remdesivir Trial at UI Health Tests Drug in Combination with Baricitinib

05/18/2020

Trial is part of continued search for COVID-19 treatments. Read More

UI Health Joins Registry of COVID-19 Frontline Care Providers, Preventive Drug Trial

UI Health Joins Registry of COVID-19 Frontline Care Providers, Preventive Drug Trial

04/30/2020

The HERO Registry seeks to engage healthcare workers, understand their experiences, and track their health outcomes related to the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More

UIC, Chicago Shakespeare Theater partner to supply 5,000 face masks to UI Health

UIC, Chicago Shakespeare Theater partner to supply 5,000 face masks to UI Health

04/07/2020

The theater company’s costume fabricators produced the masks for UI Health patients. Read More

Pharmacy Services Update: Reduced Locations & Hours

Pharmacy Services Update: Reduced Locations & Hours

03/23/2020

In an effort to minimize exposure risk for UI Health patients, visitors, and staff, UI Health pharmacies will reduce locations, hours, and staff, effective Monday, March 23. Read More

Illinois Stay-at-Home Order: UI Health Operations

Illinois Stay-at-Home Order: UI Health Operations

03/21/2020

Illinois’ current stay-at-home order provides exemptions for individuals who have a role in providing healthcare services. Read More

Orthopaedics Team recognized for Excellence in Hip & Knee Replacement

Orthopaedics Team recognized for Excellence in Hip & Knee Replacement

01/28/2020

The department was recognized by Blue Cross Blue Shield as a Blue Distinction Center for the joint-replacement surgeries. Read More

Department of Urology Hosts Ribbon Cutting for New Clinic

Department of Urology Hosts Ribbon Cutting for New Clinic

01/21/2020

The new clinic, located on the concourse level of the University of Illinois Hospital, allows the department to expand its clinical services here on the UI Health campus. Read More

Dr. Mark Hutchison named to 2nd Olympic Team

Dr. Mark Hutchison named to 2nd Olympic Team

01/14/2020

“Hutch,” who served on the Team USA medical staff at the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio, will again be a part of the medical team for the 2020 games in Tokyo. Read More

Can Obesity Limit Effectiveness of AFib Drugs?

Can Obesity Limit Effectiveness of AFib Drugs?

11/27/2019

A new study from researchers at UI Health is the first to show that some antiarrhythmic medications used to treat AFib are less effective in patients who are obese. Read More

UI Health, IDPH Receive $9.5M for Maternal Outcomes Improvement Project

UI Health, IDPH Receive $9.5M for Maternal Outcomes Improvement Project

11/18/2019

The funding also will facilitate the design and implementation of a first-of-its-kind, two-generation postpartum clinic and research and training center at UI Health. Read More

$10 Million Gift to Fund New Outpatient Surgery Center at UI Health

$10 Million Gift to Fund New Outpatient Surgery Center at UI Health

11/14/2019

Bruno and Sallie Pasquinelli’s donation is the largest to date for UIC’s IGNITE Campaign. Read More

UI Health: Expertise in Epilepsy Diagnosis and Management

UI Health: Expertise in Epilepsy Diagnosis and Management

11/04/2019

Dr. Anna Serafini on when epilepsy is diagnosed, it is important to begin treatment as quickly as possible; Our specialists work together to create a comprehensive and personalized treatment plan that may include medications and dietary and surgical solutions Read More

Healthcare IT Leaders: UI Health Again Recognized as a ‘Most Wired’ Organization

Healthcare IT Leaders: UI Health Again Recognized as a ‘Most Wired’ Organization

09/19/2019

UI Health also achieved Most Wired Level 7 Certification, which allows organizations to better benchmark their level of adoption and outcomes achieved. Read More

UI Health Supports City Program to House Homeless Emergency Department Patients

UI Health Supports City Program to House Homeless Emergency Department Patients

08/22/2019

The Chicago and Cook County Flexible Housing Pool provides a streamlined process and mechanism to provide supportive housing for homeless individuals who are frequent users of hospital emergency rooms Read More

$100,000 Grant to Fund Pediatric Cancer Care, Clinical Trials at UI Health

$100,000 Grant to Fund Pediatric Cancer Care, Clinical Trials at UI Health

08/20/2019

A ‘Handprint Ceremony’ was held to announce the grant from the Hyundai Hope on Wheels Program Read More

Stroke, Heart Failure Programs Recognized for Advanced, Effective Care

Stroke, Heart Failure Programs Recognized for Advanced, Effective Care

08/05/2019

‘Get With The Guidelines’ designations recognize commitment to providing effective stroke and heart failure care using the most advanced procedures available. Read More

Back-to-School Physicals: What to Expect

Back-to-School Physicals: What to Expect

08/01/2019

Summer is almost over — and a new school year is right around the corner. To make sure your child is ready for the new school year, learn what you should expect at their back to school physical. Read More

UI Health Earns Full Accreditation from the Commission on Cancer

UI Health Earns Full Accreditation from the Commission on Cancer

07/16/2019

Accreditation recognizes Cancer Clinic’s commitment to providing comprehensive, high-quality, and multidisciplinary patient-centered cancer care. Read More

Robotic Pancreas Transplant a Safe Option for Obese Patients

Robotic Pancreas Transplant a Safe Option for Obese Patients

07/08/2019

Patients often have been denied transplant to treat type 1 diabetes, but a recently published paper shows robotic surgery can be a safe treatment with improved outcomes Read More

Mile Square Health Center: Committed to HIV Prevention

Mile Square Health Center: Committed to HIV Prevention

06/28/2019

HIV prevention, including PrEP, and care for sexually transmitted disease are among the services at Mile Square–Humboldt Park. Read More

The Chicago Lighthouse Dedicates New Space to Improve Patient Scheduling

The Chicago Lighthouse Dedicates New Space to Improve Patient Scheduling

06/11/2019

The recently dedicated space consolidates operations, improves efficiencies, and enables the Lighthouse staff to boost overall customer service for scheduling and coordinating UI Health patient appointments. Read More

2 back-to-back, 4-way kidney swaps at UI Health

2 back-to-back, 4-way kidney swaps at UI Health

05/10/2019

The four-way paired kidney exchanges were the first two ever performed at UI Health. Read More

UI Health Receives Practice Greenhealth Emerald Award

UI Health Receives Practice Greenhealth Emerald Award

05/09/2019

The Practice Greenhealth Emerald Award recognizes outstanding hospitals for commitment to advanced sustainability programs Read More

New Single Port Robotic Surgical System Only Available at UI Health

New Single Port Robotic Surgical System Only Available at UI Health

04/18/2019

The University of Illinois Hospital is the only academic medical center in Chicago to employ the Intuitive da Vinci Single Port (SP) Robotic System for urologic surgical procedures. Read More

Illinois Becomes First State in Midwest to Raise Tobacco Age to 21

Illinois Becomes First State in Midwest to Raise Tobacco Age to 21

04/08/2019

Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed the legislation at an April 7 event at Mile Square Health Center. Read More

UI Health Receives Full Accreditation from the National Accreditation Program of Breast Centers

UI Health Receives Full Accreditation from the National Accreditation Program of Breast Centers

04/04/2019

The Center for Breast Care now has full accreditation from the three bodies it recognizes for establishing care standards. Read More

UI Health Care Coordination Program Designated an Integrated Health Home

UI Health Care Coordination Program Designated an Integrated Health Home

03/13/2019

The program serves Illinois patients enrolled in Medicaid. Read More

New CPS-based Mile Square Health Center Opens in Douglas

New CPS-based Mile Square Health Center Opens in Douglas

03/11/2019

The renovated school-based federally qualified health center is located on-site at John B. Drake Elementary School. Read More

UI Health Cancer Center Partners with Wellness House on Survivorship Programs

UI Health Cancer Center Partners with Wellness House on Survivorship Programs

02/08/2019

More than 40 free monthly programs now available at the UI Health Cancer Center and Mile Square Health Center Read More

UI Health  expands  needle exchange, HIV testing  services on West Side

UI Health expands needle exchange, HIV testing services on West Side

01/10/2019

Twenty-seven percent of clients sought care for skin or soft-tissue infection in past year Read More

Dr. Terry Vanden Hoek Named Chicago Medical Society’s ‘Physician of the Year’

Dr. Terry Vanden Hoek Named Chicago Medical Society’s ‘Physician of the Year’

11/27/2018

UI Health’s Chief Medical Officer was honored by the society Nov. 20 Read More

Providers Weigh In: Early Lung Cancer Screening Can Save Your Life

Providers Weigh In: Early Lung Cancer Screening Can Save Your Life

11/14/2018

Lung cancer is the single-leading cause of cancer death in the U.S. But patients who get screening earlier with low-dose CT are 20% less likely to die from lung cancer than those who didn't get screened. Read More

Providers Weigh In: Don’t Let Type 2 Diabetes Control Your Life

Providers Weigh In: Don’t Let Type 2 Diabetes Control Your Life

11/01/2018

About 27 million people in the US have type 2 diabetes. Dr. Eisenberg on the many that don’t even know they have it. Left uncontrolled, it can lead to complications and even death. Read More

Chaim Garfinkel Named ‘Lifesaving Partner’ by Gift of Hope Organ & Tissue Donor Network

Chaim Garfinkel Named ‘Lifesaving Partner’ by Gift of Hope Organ & Tissue Donor Network

10/12/2018

The director of Information Security & Technology Infrastructure at UI Health was recognized for implementing electronic health record changes to improve access for Gift of Hope’s clinical staff and helping streamline the organ donation process. Read More

Breast Cancer Survivorship: Improving Health and Well-Being After Treatment

Breast Cancer Survivorship: Improving Health and Well-Being After Treatment

10/02/2018

More than 3 million people in the U.S. have survived breast cancer. The Breast Cancer Survivorship Team at UI Health helps patients address their post-treatment challenges and concerns. Read More

Brain Aneurysm Program, Dr. Fady Charbel featured on ‘Windy City Live’

Brain Aneurysm Program, Dr. Fady Charbel featured on ‘Windy City Live’

09/27/2018

Dr. Charbel and brain aneurysm survivor LaShawn discussed brain aneurysm risk factors and symptoms as part of Brain Aneurysm Awareness Month. Read More

UI Health to Lead Study of Negative Pressure Wound Therapy in Obese and Diabetic Patients

UI Health to Lead Study of Negative Pressure Wound Therapy in Obese and Diabetic Patients

09/04/2018

The $1.7 million, two-year study will determine whether the therapy can help reduce the incidents of surgical site infections. Read More

Cancer Services, Nephrology Programs Recognized as ‘High Performing’ by U.S News & World Report

Cancer Services, Nephrology Programs Recognized as ‘High Performing’ by U.S News & World Report

08/29/2018

The UI Health programs are designated among the top 10% of medical centers for specialty care. Read More

5 East Med-Surg Services earns PRISM Award

5 East Med-Surg Services earns PRISM Award

07/17/2018

The University of Illinois Hospital was the only hospital in Illinois to achieve this status. Read More

UI Health Recognized for Achievements in Stroke & Heart Failure Care

UI Health Recognized for Achievements in Stroke & Heart Failure Care

07/10/2018

Get With The Guidelines designations recognize commitment to providing effective stroke and heart failure care using the most advanced procedures available. Read More

UI Health Midwifery Practice Recognized with ‘Triple Aim’ Best Practice Achievement

UI Health Midwifery Practice Recognized with ‘Triple Aim’ Best Practice Achievement

06/28/2018

Congratulations to our Certified Nurse Midwives and to all who made this achievement possible! Read More

Transplant Program Celebrates 50th Anniversary

Transplant Program Celebrates 50th Anniversary

06/26/2018

More than 600 people, including transplant patients, attended the event at Northly Island. Read More

Providers Weigh In: Kick off Your Sun-Smart Summer

Providers Weigh In: Kick off Your Sun-Smart Summer

06/19/2018

While summer kicks off the warmer months, it is important to acknowledge that the damaging effects of the sun can have an impact every month of the year. Take precaution to stay safe. Read More

UI Health Recognized for Inclusive Care, Policies for LGBTQ Patients, Visitors, and Employees

UI Health Recognized for Inclusive Care, Policies for LGBTQ Patients, Visitors, and Employees

06/15/2018

Leader in LGBT Healthcare Equality’ designation given to facilities that meet non-discrimination policies and practices Read More

UI Health eases patients’ pre-surgery protocol

UI Health eases patients’ pre-surgery protocol

06/07/2018

New protocols improve recovery and reduce patients’ length of stay Read More

UI Health Transplant Programs Recognized for Specialty Care

UI Health Transplant Programs Recognized for Specialty Care

05/17/2018

Program recognized by Blue Cross & Blue Shield for excellence in pancreas, bone marrow/stem cell, and deceased donor transplantation Read More

‘Incompatible’ Donor Cells Cure Adult Sickle Cell Patients

‘Incompatible’ Donor Cells Cure Adult Sickle Cell Patients

04/26/2018

With new protocol, patients with aggressive sickle cell disease can receive stem cells from family members if only half of their HLA markers match. Previously, donors had to be a fully matched family member. Read More

UI Health Patient Arrives for Eye Appointment, Gets Treated for Stroke

UI Health Patient Arrives for Eye Appointment, Gets Treated for Stroke

04/18/2018

When the Ophthalmology team noticed signs of stroke in the patient, they quickly got her transferred to the Stroke Center for treatment Read More

5 Things to Know About Hearing Loss

5 Things to Know About Hearing Loss

04/16/2018

Hearing loss can affect people of all ages, from birth to adulthood, and nearly 20% of Americans report some degree of hearing loss. Here’s what to know about hearing loss evaluations and treatment options. Read More

All of Us Research Program

All of Us Research Program

04/13/2018

The future of health begins with YOU! The mission of the All of Us Research Program is simple: we want to speed up health research and medical breakthroughs. Read More

Supportive Oncology: A Collaborative Approach to Improved Cancer Care

Supportive Oncology: A Collaborative Approach to Improved Cancer Care

04/12/2018

As part of Chicago’s Supportive Oncology Collaborative, UI Health is working to improve care and quality of life for cancer patients. Read More

New, Private Postpartum Rooms Set to Open This Month

New, Private Postpartum Rooms Set to Open This Month

04/05/2018

The rooms provide more space and privacy for new families during their first few days with their newborns. Read More

UI Health Celebrates New South Shore Mile Square Health Center

UI Health Celebrates New South Shore Mile Square Health Center

03/27/2018

The relocated center, which opened in January, offers expanded hours and a host of additional services, including immediate care, behavioral health counseling, and dental care. Read More

UI Health Researchers Receive $2.7 million Grant to Study Lung Biome Influences on Sarcoidosis

UI Health Researchers Receive $2.7 million Grant to Study Lung Biome Influences on Sarcoidosis

03/20/2018

Researchers will look at microbiome immune response in patients with the inflammatory disease that attacks organs, particularly the lungs and lymph nodes. Read More

Dr. Kristen Kenan Nominated for Humanism in Medicine Award

Dr. Kristen Kenan Nominated for Humanism in Medicine Award

02/12/2018

Award honors physicians for compassionate care and holistic patient focus Read More

Newly Renovated Emergency Department Now Open

Newly Renovated Emergency Department Now Open

01/30/2018

New nurses’ station, pediatric rooms, and state-of-the art isolation room among the updates Read More

Mile Square–South Shore Relocates Clinic

Mile Square–South Shore Relocates Clinic

01/30/2018

The new location will offer immediate care and behavioral health services, and extended hours. Read More

Bariatric Surgery Program Again Recognized as Blue Distinction Center+

Bariatric Surgery Program Again Recognized as Blue Distinction Center+

01/29/2018

Designation from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois recognizes program for delivering quality, specialty care and cost-of-care measures Read More

Temporary Visitor Restrictions due to High Influenza Activity

Temporary Visitor Restrictions due to High Influenza Activity

01/10/2018

Due to many cases of influenza in area, the University of Illinois Hospital is implementing visitor restrictions to help protect patients, visitors, and staff, and prevent further spread of influenza. Read More

UI Health Recommits to Providing Housing to Chronically Homeless Emergency Department Patients

UI Health Recommits to Providing Housing to Chronically Homeless Emergency Department Patients

01/09/2018

The hospital will provide an additional $250,000 to help place chronically homeless emergency department patients into permanent housing. Read More

‘Best Hospital IT Departments’: UI Health Recognized for Innovative Technology Use

‘Best Hospital IT Departments’: UI Health Recognized for Innovative Technology Use

01/09/2018

University of Illinois Hospital is among 20 selected by Healthcare IT News as leaders in leveraging tech and data to help providers and staff deliver the best patient care and support. Read More

UI Health Craniofacial Team Consults on ‘Wonder’ Movie

UI Health Craniofacial Team Consults on ‘Wonder’ Movie

12/12/2017

The film tells the story of a 10-year-old boy with Treacher Collins syndrome, a rare craniofacial disorder Read More

With Holiday Travel on the Horizon, Know Your Risk for Thrombosis

With Holiday Travel on the Horizon, Know Your Risk for Thrombosis

12/08/2017

Extended periods of inactivity — such as plane travel — could put you at risk for blood clots and embolisms Read More

Exposure to Endocrine-Disrupting Chemicals May Drive Higher Diabetes Rates in Minorities

Exposure to Endocrine-Disrupting Chemicals May Drive Higher Diabetes Rates in Minorities

12/01/2017

Unequal exposure to environmental pollutants acting as endocrine-disrupting chemicals is an under-recognized risk factor that may play a key role in driving the higher rates of diabetes among minority and low-income populations Read More

Department of Surgery Live-Streams Procedures as Part of 9th Annual Clinical Robotic Surgery Association Congress

Department of Surgery Live-Streams Procedures as Part of 9th Annual Clinical Robotic Surgery Association Congress

11/28/2017

The CRSA is the premier association for robotic minimally invasive surgeons and other healthcare professionals dedicated to the advancement of robotic surgical techniques. Read More

Providers Weigh In: Safe, Appropriate Antibiotic Use Can Keep Communities Healthy

Providers Weigh In: Safe, Appropriate Antibiotic Use Can Keep Communities Healthy

11/14/2017

Antibiotics can treat infections and save lives, but if misused they can lead to harmful reactions, infections, and drug-resistant bacteria strains. Stay smart about how you use them. Read More

Providers Weigh In: Proper Diagnosis, Drug, and Treatment Duration is Key to Preventing Antibiotic Resistance

Providers Weigh In: Proper Diagnosis, Drug, and Treatment Duration is Key to Preventing Antibiotic Resistance

11/14/2017

Antibiotics are life-saving drugs, but inappropriate use can lead to drug-resistant bacteria strains. The best way to combat this is through improved antibiotic use — an effort that requires cooperation among doctors, pharmacists, nurses, hospital administrators, and policy makers. Read More

Providers Weigh In: Specialized Physical Therapists Deliver Advanced Treatment for Complex Conditions

Providers Weigh In: Specialized Physical Therapists Deliver Advanced Treatment for Complex Conditions

11/01/2017

The Department of Physical Therapy, features a number of therapists with advanced certifications who can provide treatment to any physical condition or functional problem a patient might experience Read More

Tiniest Patients are the Biggest Stars on Halloween

Tiniest Patients are the Biggest Stars on Halloween

10/31/2017

UI Health NICU staff creates costumes to help new parents and babies celebrate their first Halloween Read More

UI Health Recertified as Comprehensive Stroke Center

UI Health Recertified as Comprehensive Stroke Center

10/16/2017

Comprehensive Stroke Centers are recognized as industry leaders and are responsible for setting the national agenda in highly specialized stroke care. Read More

UI Health Joins National Network for Emergency Medicine Clinical Trials

UI Health Joins National Network for Emergency Medicine Clinical Trials

10/09/2017

The SIREN network will pool resources and boost patient numbers for emergency medicine clinical trials to improve treatments and outcomes Read More

Before Lollapalooza Performance, Hip-Hop Artist Jidenna Visits Sickle Cell Patients at UI Health

Before Lollapalooza Performance, Hip-Hop Artist Jidenna Visits Sickle Cell Patients at UI Health

08/04/2017

The performer was joined by producer Nana Kwabena, founder of sickle cell advocacy group AllOneBlood Read More

Providers Weigh In: Learn to Recognize the Signs of Teen Depression

Providers Weigh In: Learn to Recognize the Signs of Teen Depression

07/13/2017

Teens are unlikely to directly say they’re feeling depressed. With depression being one of the leading risk factors for suicide in young adults, it’s important to pay attention to the mental health of teens who may be at risk of being depressed. Read More

UI Health Recognized for Achievement in Heart Failure Care

UI Health Recognized for Achievement in Heart Failure Care

07/07/2017

Hospital received American Heart Association Silver Quality Achievement Award for achieving sustained levels of heart failure treatment. Read More

Providers Weigh In: Know Your Risks for Kidney Disease — And Your Transplant Options

Providers Weigh In: Know Your Risks for Kidney Disease — And Your Transplant Options

06/26/2017

Diabetes, high blood pressure, and hypertension all can contribute to chronic kidney disease. If kidney disease progresses, it can eventually lead to kidney failure, which requires dialysis or a kidney transplant to maintain life. Read More

UI Health Patient Receives Rare Small Bowel Transplant from Identical Twin Brother

UI Health Patient Receives Rare Small Bowel Transplant from Identical Twin Brother

06/21/2017

Patrick Noel lost the entirety of his small bowel following a bullet wound to his abdomen. But because his identical twin brother, Derrick, was a perfect match, he was able to avoid the risks associated with small bowel transplants. Read More

Providers Weigh In: Know the Signs of Stroke — and Have a Plan

Providers Weigh In: Know the Signs of Stroke — and Have a Plan

05/18/2017

Every 4 minutes, someone in the U.S. dies from stroke. Knowing the warning signs and immediately taking action can save a life. Read More

UI Health Receives Top Stroke Care Award

UI Health Receives Top Stroke Care Award

05/16/2017

American Heart Association/American Heart Association award recognizes sustained excellence in adherence to achievement indicators and meeting compliance standards for several quality measurements for stroke care. Read More

‘PRONTO’ Transport Initiative Moves into Full-Time Service

‘PRONTO’ Transport Initiative Moves into Full-Time Service

05/15/2017

Transportation initiative provides courtesy rides to patients being transitioned home from medical surgical and critical care units. Read More

Midwest's First Laser Treatment for AFib Performed at UI Health

Midwest's First Laser Treatment for AFib Performed at UI Health

05/10/2017

UI Health is the first hospital in the region to offer improved minimally invasive procedure for atrial fibrillation Read More

Understanding the Voice — Both On and Off the Stage

Understanding the Voice — Both On and Off the Stage

05/09/2017

With his musical background, Dr. H. Steven Sims, director of the Chicago Institute for Voice Care, has a unique perspective for caring for and treating voice and airway disorders Read More

Early, Comprehensive Approach Best for Treating Cleft Lip and Palate

Early, Comprehensive Approach Best for Treating Cleft Lip and Palate

03/29/2017

Cleft palate surgery will improve the appearance of a child’s face but also can improve breathing, hearing, and speech and language development The Craniofacial Team at UI Health recognizes the complex needs of patients with orofacial clefts and other craniofacial conditions and can treat them in one specialized location. Read More

UI Health Patient First to Be Cured of Rare Blood Disorder

UI Health Patient First to Be Cured of Rare Blood Disorder

03/21/2017

Advancements in providing curative therapies for sickle cell disease created opportunity for UI Health doctors to treat congenital dyserythropoietic anemia (CDA) using stem cell transplantation and without the need for preparative chemotherapy and radiation. Read More

Through Telehealth Consultations, UI Health Doctors Help Ensure Safe Delivery of Baby in Ethiopia

Through Telehealth Consultations, UI Health Doctors Help Ensure Safe Delivery of Baby in Ethiopia

03/09/2017

Dr. Gelila Goba was on a global-health visit to Ethiopia when she met a woman with a high-risk pregnancy. To deliver the best care possible, she connected with her UI Health colleagues — 7,000 miles away in Chicago Read More

‘PRONTO’ Transport Service Offers Free Rides to Patients

‘PRONTO’ Transport Service Offers Free Rides to Patients

02/23/2017

The pilot program helps transition home patients from the hospital, reducing a significant barrier to healthcare access Read More

After Historic Visit, Cuban Health Officials Share Impressions of Chicago’s Healthcare Delivery

After Historic Visit, Cuban Health Officials Share Impressions of Chicago’s Healthcare Delivery

02/14/2017

Cuban officials joined UI Health leadership to observe how providers in the U.S. deliver healthcare in low-resource communities. Read More

How Technology Can Help Diabetes Patients Manage Their Disease

How Technology Can Help Diabetes Patients Manage Their Disease

01/27/2017

UI Health researchers are studying the role of tools like videoconferencing and text messages on medication adherence and health habits Read More

UI Health Establishes Neurological Tissue Bank, Will Use ‘Big Data’ to Find Cures

UI Health Establishes Neurological Tissue Bank, Will Use ‘Big Data’ to Find Cures

01/13/2017

New research endeavor to focus on epilepsy, ALS, and brain tumors Read More

Dr. Sandy Goldberg, Longtime UI Health Partner, Recognized for her Commitment to Chicago’s Cancer Community

Dr. Sandy Goldberg, Longtime UI Health Partner, Recognized for her Commitment to Chicago’s Cancer Community

01/06/2017

Goldberg is the founder of A Silver Lining Foundation and the Evelyn Goldberg Mammography Center at UI Health Read More

Landis Sims, 10, Defies the Odds on the Baseball Field

Landis Sims, 10, Defies the Odds on the Baseball Field

12/02/2016

Landis Sims dreams of playing baseball for the New York Yankees. Because he was born missing his hands and feet, Landis visits the Scheck & Siress clinic at UI Health to get fitted for the prosthetics that help him compete at this best. Read More

Providers Weigh In: Prompt, Ongoing HIV Care Critical to Preventing New Infections

Providers Weigh In: Prompt, Ongoing HIV Care Critical to Preventing New Infections

11/28/2016

HIV-positive individuals with a suppressed viral load are less likely to transmit the disease, but just 3 in 10 people living with HIV have the virus under control. Patient engagement and care retention can help increase the proportion of persons who have suppressed the virus. Read More

Chicago Cubs History at UI Health

Chicago Cubs History at UI Health

10/28/2016

The UI Health campus now sits on the site of the former West Side Grounds, where the Cubs called home when they last won the World Series in 1908. Read More

Improving the Safety of Opioid Therapy

Improving the Safety of Opioid Therapy

10/24/2016

UI Health can improve the safety of opioid therapy by taking steps to ensure the responsible use opioid drugs to relieve pain and safeguard against their destructive potential Read More

$1.5 Million Grant to Study Diagnostic Error in Asthma, COPD

10/13/2016

More than 30 million adults in the U.S. have been diagnosed with asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). However, studies suggest 30 to 50 percent of these patients may have an incorrect diagnosis. UI Health has been awarded a $1.5 million grant to study the impact of diagnostic error on outcomes for pulmonary patients and the use of lung-function testing in primary care. Read More

Now Open: UI Health Pilsen Family Health Center Lower West

Now Open: UI Health Pilsen Family Health Center Lower West

10/03/2016

New family medicine center at 1713 S. Ashland Ave. to serve the Pilsen community on Chicago's Lower West Side. Read More

‘Early Diagnosis Can Ease the Burden of Alzheimer’s Disease’

‘Early Diagnosis Can Ease the Burden of Alzheimer’s Disease’

09/28/2016

Alzheimer’s disease is the sixth-leading cause of death in the United States. While there is no cure, early detection can help patients and their families plan for the future make important preventative lifestyle changes. Read More

Grant to Study Technology's Impact on Diabetes Patients

Grant to Study Technology's Impact on Diabetes Patients

09/28/2016

UI Health receives five-year, $4 million grant to research how mobile technology can help minority patients adhere to diabetes treatment plans Read More

Boxer Mike Lee Talks Health, Fitness, and Achieving Your Goals

Boxer Mike Lee Talks Health, Fitness, and Achieving Your Goals

09/26/2016

Before his light heavyweight title fight at the UIC Forum, the Chicagoland native shares his advice on what it takes to achieve your best Read More

Providers Weigh In: Exchange Transfusion Therapy is a Key Intervention in Managing Sickle Cell Disease

Providers Weigh In: Exchange Transfusion Therapy is a Key Intervention in Managing Sickle Cell Disease

09/08/2016

The procedure can help reduce the incidence of sickle cell-related complications, including acute chest syndrome, stroke, and multi-organ failure. Read More

Zika Virus in the US: What it Means & How to Protect Yourself

Zika Virus in the US: What it Means & How to Protect Yourself

08/30/2016

Dr. Susan Bleasdale, medical director of infection prevention and control at UI Health, talks about the risks of the virus and what individuals need to do to stay safe. Read More

Providers Weigh In: ‘Exclusive Breastfeeding’ Can Improve the Health of Babies — and Mom

Providers Weigh In: ‘Exclusive Breastfeeding’ Can Improve the Health of Babies — and Mom

08/19/2016

The importance of breastfeeding is well understood, but social and cultural barriers can make it exceedingly difficult for women to breastfeed. Breastfeeding resources are available, and new mothers should be shy about reaching out for help if they have questions. Read More

UI Health Launches Project to Improve Sickle Cell Outcomes in Chicago

UI Health Launches Project to Improve Sickle Cell Outcomes in Chicago

08/16/2016

New grant funds a six-year study to redesign the care of young adult and adult sickle cell patients. Read More

UI Health at the Olympics: Hutch’s Road to Rio

UI Health at the Olympics: Hutch’s Road to Rio

08/02/2016

Dr. Mark Hutchinson, director of sports medicine at UI Health, is serving on Team USA’s medical staff at the Rio Games Read More

Providers Weigh In: Hepatitis Testing Can Save Your Life

Providers Weigh In: Hepatitis Testing Can Save Your Life

07/22/2016

Nearly 400 million people worldwide are infected with viral hepatitis, according to the World Health Organization, and most don’t know they have the infection. Testing is the only way to know about your infection — and the first step toward saving your life. Read More

Providers Weigh In: It’s Not Worth the Weight

Providers Weigh In: It’s Not Worth the Weight

05/27/2016

Obesity threatens the health of the new generation, but healthier choices can lead to a healthier life. Read More

Cuban Health Officials to Observe, Advise at Mile Square Health Center

Cuban Health Officials to Observe, Advise at Mile Square Health Center

05/16/2016

Physicians to evaluate women and children’s health, cancer prevention programs Read More

Providers Weigh In: Stroke — Know the Signs. Have a Plan.

Providers Weigh In: Stroke — Know the Signs. Have a Plan.

05/04/2016

Every 4 minutes, someone in the U.S. dies from stroke. Knowing the warning signs and immediately taking action can save a life. Read More

Providers Weigh In: Vaccinations are Vital to Keeping the Public Safe and Healthy

Providers Weigh In: Vaccinations are Vital to Keeping the Public Safe and Healthy

04/18/2016

Vaccines have helped eliminate the threat of many diseases, which is why they remain so important today Read More

National Museum of Mexican Art Celebrates Children’s Day

National Museum of Mexican Art Celebrates Children’s Day

04/13/2016

Día del Niňo Promotes Health, Fitness, and Family Read More

UI Health Research Helps Expand Medicare Coverage for Sickle Cell Patients

UI Health Research Helps Expand Medicare Coverage for Sickle Cell Patients

04/07/2016

Research from Dr. Damiano Rondelli is cited in decision to cover bone marrow transplantation for specific blood disorders. Read More

Providers Weigh In: Organ Donation is a Gift of Life — Even Without a Match

Providers Weigh In: Organ Donation is a Gift of Life — Even Without a Match

04/06/2016

UI Health’s team of experts have been able to successfully transplant across incompatible individuals. One donor alone can save or improve the lives of up to 50 people. Read More

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois Names UI Health Blue Distinction Center + for Maternity Care

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois Names UI Health Blue Distinction Center + for Maternity Care

03/23/2016

New designation recognizes the UI Health’s commitment to quality, affordable maternity care. Read More

With Little Hope for Life-Saving Transplant, Woman Receives Kidney in Unique Procedure

With Little Hope for Life-Saving Transplant, Woman Receives Kidney in Unique Procedure

03/23/2016

Orphan drug called Eculizumab used to suppress patient’s antibodies to lessen chance of organ rejection Read More

Providers Weigh In: Colonoscopy Can Save Your Life

Providers Weigh In: Colonoscopy Can Save Your Life

03/15/2016

Colonoscopy can find and remove abnormalities early, helping individuals reduce the risk of colorectal cancer. Read More

Providers Weigh In: A Sharp Mind Starts with a Good Night’s Sleep

Providers Weigh In: A Sharp Mind Starts with a Good Night’s Sleep

03/01/2016

More than 70 million Americans suffer from sleep disorders. Learn how to avoid chronic sleep deprivation, which can lead to permanent brain changes. Read More

Olympic ‘Flame’: Dr. Mark R. Hutchinson to Serve on Medical Team at 2016 Olympic Games in Rio

Olympic ‘Flame’: Dr. Mark R. Hutchinson to Serve on Medical Team at 2016 Olympic Games in Rio

02/29/2016

The selection is fulfillment of lifelong dream for UIC athletics head physician. Read More

Dr. Susan Bleasdale Educates Chicagoans About Zika Virus

Dr. Susan Bleasdale Educates Chicagoans About Zika Virus

02/07/2016

As spring travelers embark for warm destinations, it’s important they know how the virus can be contracted and transmitted. Read More

UI Health Will Help Link Chronically Homeless Patients to Housing Services

UI Health Will Help Link Chronically Homeless Patients to Housing Services

01/27/2016

A $100,000 grant will allow UI Health to develop a way to link homeless patients to housing services improving their health and reducing overall healthcare costs Read More

Federal, Local, and State Leaders Visit UI Health Encouraging People to get Health Insurance

Federal, Local, and State Leaders Visit UI Health Encouraging People to get Health Insurance

01/14/2016

Danny Davis and other Federal, Local, and State Leaders Visit Mile Square Health Center Encouraging People to get Health Insurance Read More

UI Health Recognized for Treatment of Rare Blood Vessel Disease

UI Health Recognized for Treatment of Rare Blood Vessel Disease

01/13/2016

The Sturge-Weber Foundation has designated the UI Health a Center of Excellence for patients living with Sturge-Weber syndrome, a rare vascular disorder that can cause neurological abnormalities and glaucoma. Read More

Providers Weigh In: Regular Eye Checks are Crucial to Prevent Blindness

Providers Weigh In: Regular Eye Checks are Crucial to Prevent Blindness

01/05/2016

Over 2.7 million people in the U.S. over age 40 have Glaucoma. This number will reach 4.2 million in the next 15 years, reports the National Eye Institute. Awareness can slow down the disease. Read More