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Patient Stories

Tyler’s Story

Coping with Crohn's disease: a patient, his mom and his doctor tell the story
Mother and teenage son
Patient Stories

Pierce’s Story

Advanced care in the neonatal intensive care unit
Mother smiles at her smiling toddler son while holding him outside.
Patient Stories

Little Boy Celebrates Big Anniversary

Having received one of his father’s kidneys at the age of 2, Brian is one of the youngest patients to receive an organ transplant at Rush
Patient Stories

Faith's Story: Stronger and Healthier

When Faith was born at 29 weeks, she spent time in the neonatal intensive care unit at Rush getting stronger and healthier
Patient Stories

Dylan's Story: Back in the Game

Baseball has been Dylan's great love since he was four years old, about the same time he was diagnosed with a congenital heart defect that could have ended not only his baseball career, but his life
Young man in baseball uniform getting ready to pitch a ball.
COVID-19

The Right Time to See a Primary Care Clinician

Why now, in the wake of COVID-19, is the right time to develop a relationship with a family physician
Rush News Article
COVID-19

Supporting Children With Disabilities During COVID-19

How parents can provide structure in times of uncertainty
children with disabilities
Public Health

COVID-19 Advice for Parents

Help your kids stay safe and cope during the pandemic
COVID-19

Do You Know How to Wash Your Hands?

Using the correct technique is the best way to prevent the spread of COVID-19
Hand Wash Kids
Children’s Health

Teaching Children About Handwashing

Teaching kids the proper way to wash their hands can prevent the spread of COVID-19 and the flu