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Study links fracking to heart disease in nearby communities A drilling rig at sunset

Study links fracking to heart disease in nearby communities

UChicago Medicine research finds hospitalizations for older adults are higher near fracking sites

What is RSV and why are infections surging? Artist rendering of a virus, long purple cylinder with yellow spikes all over

What is RSV and why are infections surging?

Respiratory syncytial virus, often called RSV, is a common virus that can cause infections in the nose, throat, lungs and respiratory tract. It is a leading cause of hospitalization in infants.

Should Medicare enrollees be ‘nudged’? New research reveals impact of default insurance plans Prescription drugs

Should Medicare enrollees be ‘nudged’? New research reveals impact of default insurance plans

Default plans can reduce drug utilization among low income Medicare Part D enrollees, study finds

Workplace wellness programs fail to improve health, study finds Workplace wellness program

Workplace wellness programs fail to improve health, study finds

Trying to protect teens against junk food marketing? Tap into their desire to rebel Woman holding burger and apple

Trying to protect teens against junk food marketing? Tap into their desire to rebel

For Many In The Trans Community, Basic Financial Goals Are Out Of Reach For Many In The Trans Community, Basic Financial Goals Are Out Of Reach

For Many In The Trans Community, Basic Financial Goals Are Out Of Reach

<p>Myles Lawter, an LGBTQ career services specialist at Ci3, discusses challenges of accessing medical care for trans individuals</p>


Family members of Dr. Henry Heimlich say Red Cross guidance on choking victims could end in death Family members of Dr. Henry Heimlich say Red Cross guidance on choking victims could end in death

Family members of Dr. Henry Heimlich say Red Cross guidance on choking victims could end in death

<p>Asst. Prof. John Purakal discusses the Heimlich maneuver</p>


Storytelling, games help young people discuss sexual health Thumbnail

Storytelling, games help young people discuss sexual health

Live in a Chicago neighborhood with a high violent crime rate? Your odds of obesity, hypertension are higher, study finds Live in a Chicago neighborhood with a high violent crime rate? Your odds of obesity, hypertension are higher, study finds

Live in a Chicago neighborhood with a high violent crime rate? Your odds of obesity, hypertension are higher, study finds

<p>UChicago researchers find connection between exposure to violent crime and&nbsp;elevated blood pressure, obesity</p>


Genetic Testing Could Help Find The Perfect Prescription

Genetic Testing Could Help Find The Perfect Prescription

<p>Asst. Prof. Peter O’Donnell explores the connection between DNA and drug efficacy</p>


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