Stories with tag: "News"
Brain Health & Conditions
New Gene Discovered Associated With Tau Pathology
Tau pathology is one of the defining features of Alzheimer disease
Pregnancy & Childbirth
Rush Receives Baby-Friendly Recognition
Rush University Medical Center has earned a “Baby-Friendly" designation from the accrediting body that certifies whether a hospital adheres to a rigorous series of evidence-based practices shown to increase breastfeeding.
Brain Health & Conditions
Rush University Medical Center Named Center of Excellence by Parkinson's Foundation
The designation builds upon Rush’s history and recognition as a Parkinson's Foundation Research Center
Cancer
Customizing Cancer Care for Patients
Rush has partnered with Tempus to provide genetic screenings for cancer patients
Brain Health & Conditions
Abnormal Protein May Contribute to Alzheimer’s
This finding could help researchers to understand the cause of memory loss
Alzheimer’s Disease
Cerebrovascular Disease Linked to Alzheimer's
Diseased blood vessels in the brain may contribute more significantly to Alzheimer's
Alzheimer’s Disease
Low Scores on Memory and Thinking Tests May Signal Alzheimer’s Earlier Than Thought
The changes in thinking and memory that precede obvious symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease begin decades before
Brain Health & Conditions
Purpose in Life May Help Aging Brain
A strong sense that your life has meaning and direction may make you less likely to develop areas of brain damage
Brain Health & Conditions
New MIND Diet May Significantly Protect Against Alzheimer’s Disease
A new diet could significantly lower a person’s risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease
Cancer
Single-Dose Treatment Offers New Hope for Early-Stage Breast Cancer Patients
Intraoperative radiation therapy (IORT), delivers one precise, concentrated dose of radiation to the tumor site