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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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Read more about Reversing an Opioid Overdose with Narcan Nasal Spray

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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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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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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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How Many Steps a Day Should You Take to Improve Your Heart Health?

Learn about the heart-health benefits of walking for older adults.

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What Is Smartphone Tendinitis?

Swiping and scrolling can lead to aching.

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What Is Cardiac Rehabilitation?

Learn the benefits of doing cardiac rehabilitation after a cardiac event and what to expect from an exercise physiologist.