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NASCAR Street Race Will Impact Travel to Some Northwestern Medicine Locations in Chicago

Streets around Grant Park in Chicago will be closed for several weeks this summer. This could impact your travel to Northwestern Memorial Hospital and some Northwestern Medicine outpatient centers. Street closures will begin on June 10 and may last through July 14. Plan extra time for travel.

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Reversing an Opioid Overdose with Narcan Nasal Spray

Stop opioid overdoses with this effective over-the-counter medication.

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A Professional Dancer Is Back on His Feet After a Paralyzing Injury

An accident left him paralyzed. Our expert team helped him get back on his feet.

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What Should I Eat Before Donating Blood?

Eat these nutrient-dense foods before donating blood to prevent fatigue.

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What You Need to Know About Breast Cancer Screening

Guidelines recommend women get a mammogram every year beginning at age 40.

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How Do Fecal Transplants Work?

Effective treatment for C. diff infections.

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Celebrating a Longtime Patient-Physician Relationship

More than 30 years after a successful liver transplant, the patient and physician have a special bond built on support and trust.

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5 Questions You Might be Too Embarrassed to Ask Your Gynecologist

Alexander L. Lin, MD, a gynecologist at Northwestern Medicine, has the answers.

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