UI Health receives two research grants to focus on early detection of lung cancer | UIC today
Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in the US, taking more lives than breast, prostate & colon cancers combined @ UI Health, we are working to change that using AI, molecular science & innovation to detect lung cancer earlier & more equitably. tinyurl.com/2pufhu6a
04.11.2025 21:32
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This Chicago classroom looks like a hospital โ and thatโs the point
Fox 32's Dawn Hasbrouck takes a look at how a Chicago university is helping future medical professionals prepare not to make mistakes.
FOX 32 Chicago segment featuring our health care simulation @ UIC - Check out this glimpse of the incredible work happening every day across our College of Medicine's Simulation and Integrative Learning Institute & UIC College of Nursing's Schwartz Sim Lab
www.fox32chicago.com/news/chicago...
22.10.2025 15:56
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UIC researchers awarded $8.3M federal grant to study alcohol use disorder | UIC today
Check out my UIC today story on a $8.3M grant that our researchers at UIC's Center for Alcohol Research in Epigenetics received to study Alcohol Use Disorder. today.uic.edu/uic-research...
09.09.2025 21:56
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After decades, UI Health-developed diabetes therapy leaves realm of experimental
UI Health doctors performed a historic "first" in diabetes care last week when they transplanted islet cells into a patient โ and got an insurer to say they'd cover it.
Great Crain's Chicago Business article by Jon Asplund featuring our UI Health doctors who performed a historic "first" in diabetes care last week transplanting islet cells into a patient โ and got an insurer to say they'd cover it. #Lantidra
www.chicagobusiness.com/health-pulse...
05.09.2025 13:00
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UIC researchers awarded $1.2M grant for prostate cancer research | UIC today
Department of Defense awards UIC researchers with $1.2M grant for prostate cancer research. Check out my story!
today.uic.edu/uic-research...
25.08.2025 18:41
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UIC earns top honors in Washington Monthlyโs 2025 College Rankings | UIC today
UIC has earned multiple top spots in Washington Monthlyโs 2025 College Rankings, recognizing the universityโs affordability, accessibility, student success and research excellence. today.uic.edu/uic-earns-to...
25.08.2025 18:35
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UI Health Achieves Magnet Recognitionยฎ
Magnet Recognitionยฎ is the most prestigious designation a healthcare organization can receive for nursing practice and quality patient care.
Earlier today, UI Health achieved the American Nurses Credentialing Centerโs (ANCC) Magnet Recognitionยฎ, the most prestigious designation a healthcare organization can receive for nursing excellence and quality patient care.
hospital.uillinois.edu/news/ui-heal...
23.07.2025 20:28
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UI Health, local hospitals and legislators address maternal health | UIC today
My most recent article for UIC today is about West Side United's recent legislative breakfast panel on maternal and child health.
today.uic.edu/ui-health-lo...
07.07.2025 17:27
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University of Illinois Cancer Center members are the senior and first authors of a new study on a discovery that may help #cancersurvivors regain their muscle strength, which could contribute to better outcomes for these patients.
@jalees.bsky.social
#CanSky
Read more here: go.nature.com/3T72jSQ
10.06.2025 18:14
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News Features Jain
Chicago's NBC 5 News features University of Illinois Cancer Center Memberย Shikha Jain, MD, FACP, on at-home cervical cancer screening test.
Chicagoโs NBC 5 News featured University of Illinois Cancer Center member @shikhajainmd.bsky.social, a @uihealth.bsky.social medical oncologist, discussing approval by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration of an at-home #cervicalcancer screening test.
#CanSky
Watch the video here: bit.ly/42X8NcN
19.05.2025 18:07
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email : Webview : Pool Plunge - UIC Nursing graduates celebrate and bond in unique way
Pool Plunge! If any Chicagoland media want to take photos/videos of a cool long-standing tradition for UIC's College of Nursing graduates tomorrow (Tuesday 4/29) at 5 p.m., let me know! It's going to be a splash!
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28.04.2025 20:54
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Flames: Colorectal Cancer Awareness
CECIL, the Cancer Center's giant inflatable colon, on display at UIC Flames womenโs basketball for March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
March is #ColorectalCancerAwarenessMonth. Cancer Center member and UI Health oncologist @shikhajainmd.bsky.social, who specializes in colorectal cancer, was on hand at a UIC Flames Menโs Basketball game to share info about colorectal cancer screening and prevention.
bit.ly/3ERhpZ0
11.03.2025 16:01
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2025 I-CHER Center Symposium
The I-CHER Center (Illinois Cancer Health Equity Research Center) at the Cancer Center hosted its 3rd annual symposium in January 2024.
The third annual symposium of the Illinois Cancer Health Equity Research (I-CHER) Center brought together 72 participants from the UIC community, community partnerships and those interested in cancer equity.
Read more here: cancer.uillinois.edu/2025-i-cher-...
#CanSky
11.02.2025 18:44
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Deadlines: Summer Research Programs
Don't miss January application deadlines for 2025 summer cancer research programs at the University of Illinois Cancer Center.
Donโt miss December and January application deadlines for 2025 summer #cancerresearch programs at the University of Illinois Cancer Center for high school, undergraduate, postbaccalaureate and medical students.
Click the link for specific details: cancer.uillinois.edu/apply-2025-s...
17.12.2024 19:07
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Magazine Features Cancer Center
UIC Magazine highlights work of University of Illinois Cancer Center in partnership with communities to improve health outcomes for all.
UIC Magazine highlights work of Cancer Center researchers and healthcare providers in partnership with communities and community advocates to improve health outcomes for all.
The Cancer Center is part of UIHealth, the UIC academic health enterprise.
#CancerResearch
Read more here: bit.ly/4eNyUFF
16.12.2024 17:22
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Newly Activated Clinical Trials
Recently activated clinical trials for patient enrollment by the University of Illinois Cancer Center Clinical Trials Office.
This is a listing of #clinicaltrials recently activated by the University of Illinois Cancer Center Clinical Trials Office for patient enrollment.
View the list here: cancer.uillinois.edu/newly-activa...
12.12.2024 18:08
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Cancer Awareness at Flames Games
University of Illinois Cancer Center shared cancer awareness cards at UIC Flames women's B-ball game when they defeated North Central College.
We shared cancer info cards at UIC's Women's Basketball home game, when they defeated North Central College 113-53.
Our partnership with the Flames is an opportunity to share info on #CancerAwareness, screening and clinical trials with sports fans at games!
cancer.uillinois.edu/cancer-aware...
09.12.2024 19:29
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University of Illinois Chicago undergrads โ in any field of study โ will have the opportunity to develop their data and artificial intelligence skills thanks to a $1 million award from Google.org, announced today. today.uic.edu/google-org-a...
02.12.2024 15:40
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'I'm another statistic. I feel let down': How HIV prevention stays out of reach for many
This story was reported in partnership withย Uncloseted Media, a nonpartisan, investigative, LGBTQ | Ending the HIV epidemicย hinges on both treatment and prevention, particularly through access to PrEP...
Exclusive story: Fierce Healthcare teamed up w/ @unclosetedmedia.bsky.social to explore why at-risk individuals still struggle to get access to PrEP, a drug that is supposed to covered, but often isn't. @gliadkovskaya.bsky.social exposes the obstacles to accessible HIV prevention bit.ly/4dKLDs7
21.11.2024 15:57
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We are the University of Illinois Cancer Center
YouTube video by University of Illinois Cancer Center
We are the University of Illinois Cancer Center! ๐๐งช
#CancerResearch #CancerCare #Research
youtu.be/1O7JqmJBhiY?...
21.11.2024 20:07
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