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Just how big of an issue is diabetes in Illinois? Dr. Marshall Chin, Chicago Center for Diabetes Translation Research Director at UChicago Medicine, weighed in on this recent segment for Fox 32:
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“To have my son back — it’s truly a miracle,” Val said. This Epilepsy Awareness Month, read their story: https://t.co/bJNcEV7Pew

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Val Fisher’s son struggled for years with epilepsy and misdiagnosis, missing school and enduring countless medications. Thanks to specialized care and minimally invasive surgery at UChicago Medicine Comer Children’s Hospital, the seven-year-old is seizure-free.

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In recognition of IBD Awareness Month, UChicago Medicine gastroenterologist Dr. Omar Jamil and registered dietitian Courtney Schuchmann O’Leary share simple tips to make mealtime less stressful. https://t.co/9QZJULuJnv

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Wondering whether you or your child may have fall or winter allergies? A Comer Children’s Hospital expert explains the signs that it may be time to see a physician. Read more: https://t.co/AYzg2ljUPV

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Dr. Youssef Comair, a UChicago Medicine neurosurgeon and Chief of Neuro-Oncology, explains symptoms that require immediate attention, treatment options and how a specialized team approach can help protect brain function. Read more: https://t.co/PaRh4clgdq

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A brain tumor diagnosis brings urgent questions: How quickly do I need care? Will I need surgery? What should I ask my care team?

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A UChicago Medicine clinical trial gave Naperville mom Kerrie Watson access to a promising new pancreatic cancer drug. For Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month, read Kerrie's story and learn what this treatment could mean for the future of care. https://t.co/VtXr1vUpp3

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Lots of childhood respiratory infections get better on their own without antibiotics, but it can be tricky to know when they’re really needed. Two UChicago Medicine doctors break down how to tell which infections require treatment and share tips for caring for your child at home.

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After decades of declining incidence rates, new data shows that colorectal cancer rates are rising for the first time among all age groups - not just in young people. Read our full story: https://t.co/Dcdp2WwTmX

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@KovlerDiabetes Read our story: https://t.co/rnMNSacYR0

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November is Diabetes Awareness Month. It's also when the @KovlerDiabetes at UChicago Medicine turns 20. Learn about groundbreaking diabetes-related discoveries at the University of Chicago and how the center uses research, care and education to advance prevention and treatment.

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Discover how advanced technology, coordinated care and thoughtful design will enhance care and improve the patient experience. Read more: https://t.co/oi2xc5YbrP

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Opening in April 2027, the AbbVie Foundation Cancer Pavilion at UChicago Medicine will bring breast cancer screening, diagnosis and treatment together in one location.

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Someone is diagnosed with lung cancer every three minutes. But today, the outlook for a person with lung cancer is better than ever, thanks in part to clinical trials that provide patients with access to the newest targeted treatments, including immunotherapies.

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Today, "I just feel normal," the 71-year-old says. Read more about the clinic and Joe Ann's journey: https://t.co/SG3NyuaQVg

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After being told elsewhere she wasn’t a good candidate for surgery, Joe Ann Barfield received a new kidney with help from the pre-transplant evaluation clinic at UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Bolingbrook Hospital.

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UChicago Medicine is enhancing breast cancer care with powerful screening tools, easy online scheduling and clear mammogram reports. The new AbbVie Foundation Cancer Pavilion, opening in spring 2027, will offer these advanced services to help you stay informed and in control.