Rush University System for Health

05/26/2026

Working out regularly is one of the best ways to manage your blood pressure. A Rush heart specialist IDs the best options.

Weight lifting is good, but some basic options are even better.

05/26/2026

More than 100,000 people in the U.S. are waiting for a lifesaving transplant. A Rush doctor explains everything you need to need to know about organ donation, and how one decision can make a lasting impact.

This was originally published in the AMA’s What Doctors Want Patients to Know series.Each year, thousands of people across the U.S. wait for a call that could save their lives. For many, an organ transplant offers the only path forward, yet the need continues to far outpace the number of availabl...

05/25/2026

05/22/2026

So a horse walks into a hospital …

The always adorable mini therapy horses (and dogs!) made a special visit to Rush for . Thanks to our friends at SOUL Harbour Ranch Animal Therapy Program and Ready Set Ride Therapeutic Recreation Facility for joining our celebration and bringing comfort and cuddles to our incredible nursing staff.

05/22/2026

Beth Joksimovic spent nearly two decades as a dedicated Rush employee supporting our mission to provide compassionate, accessible care to all. After her passing in 2006, her family established a foundation in her memory to carry forward her legacy by funding continuing education scholarships for oncology nurses at Rush.

Beth Joksimovic’s family carries her generous spirit forward by funding nurses’ continuing education

05/21/2026

Women are often the healthcare decision makers for their families, but too often put their own health last. For Beatrice Karnoscak, early screenings caught both breast and lung cancer in time to save her life.

Rush offers a range of screenings that can detect serious conditions early, including breast cancer, lung cancer, colon cancer, heart disease and more. Talk with your primary care physician about which screenings are right for you.

Beatrice Karnoscak has survived battles with both breast and lung cancer. Early screening saved her life each time.

05/21/2026

Another reason to become a Rush Connect+ member: special pricing with Function Health. Get access to 160+ lab tests, clinician notes and personalized insights — so you can see signals earlier and take action with clarity. Learn more about the membership benefits: rsh.md/connect-plus-perks.

05/21/2026

While the risk of contracting Ebola in the Chicago area is low, Rush and public health leaders are prepared to respond at a moment's notice, Rush infectious disease expert Michael Lin, MD, tells WTTW - Chicago PBS.

Watch the full interview: https://rsh.md/4wY9gsi

05/20/2026

Women are more likely than men to have a stroke — and often face worse outcomes. Know your risk and the symptoms when every second counts.

7 facts women should know to prevent and recognize stroke

05/20/2026

This May, we’re celebrating the nurses who bring knowledge, compassion and high-quality care to our patients. 👨‍⚕️💚 Honor a Rush nurse by making a donation and sharing a note of appreciation. Your gift helps ensure our nurses have the resources and ongoing training they need to continue delivering life-changing care.

Nurses Week https://giving.classy.org/campaign/672970/donate

05/19/2026

Depression is more than just feeling sad. Know the signs and when to seek help.

When to seek help for the most common type of mental illness.