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Research

Eugene Thonar, PhD, 1945-2023

RUSH researcher was an impassioned advocate for people with disabilities
Eugene Thonar
Awards, Rankings and Recognitions

RUSH University Shines as a Top-Ranked Institution in the Best Graduate Schools Rankings

RUSH’s reputation for excellence is reinforced by top-tier U.S. News & World Report 2023-24 Best Graduate Schools rankings
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Awards, Rankings and Recognitions

RUSH College of Nursing Programs Earn Top Rankings in Best Graduate Schools Rankings

U.S. News & World Report 2023-24 Best Graduate Schools rankings reinforce RUSH's reputation for nursing excellence, with a No. 1 position and seven more programs in the top 5
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Mental & Behavioral Health

Mental Health Crisis? Call 988

National lifeline provides 24/7 free, confidential support
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COVID-19

Research Unveils Paths to Stopping Cytokine Storms in COVID-19

Study raises possibilities for treating severe COVID-19 disease with specific dual cytokine depletion pathways
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University

U.S. Rep. Lauren Underwood Named RUSH University Commencement Speaker

A registered nurse and co-founder of the Black Maternal Health Caucus, Underwood will keynote RUSH’s 51st commencement ceremony on April 29
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University

Preparing Future Health Care Professionals for Climate Change Leadership

Professor Andrew Garman is celebrated by RUSH's Environmental Sustainability Team as a future-thinking, change-making, global collaborator
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Brain Health & Conditions

Collaborative Brain Tumor Care in the Joan and Paul Rubschlager Building

How the new building enhances patient-centered care
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Cancer

Saving Lives Through Genetic Testing

Helping patients understand their risk for cancer — and ways to reduce that risk
Helping save lives through genetic testing

College of Nursing Associate Professor Named to 2023 Class of AWHONN Fellows

Urmeka Jefferson, PhD, RN, was selected by the Association of Women’s Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses in recognition of her contributions to the health of women and newborn babies
Urmeka T. Jefferson, PhD, RN