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Advancing Sound Clarity in Public Venues

Some technology goes unnoticed until you need it. That includes hearing loops, which make a big difference to people with…

Diagnosis Unknown Features

Diagnosis Unknown

Looking for answers to medical mysteries Few things in life raise more anxiety than waiting on a diagnosis. And if…

We Asked…You Answered Ask The Doc

We Asked…You Answered

We asked readers to share on social media and in our weekly newsletter the most important thing they do for…

Medical Mission Charities

Medical Mission

Doctors helping local patients and teaching local doctors in Nepal When a medical team from the U.S. planned a visit…

In Their Words Charities

In Their Words

Three hospital chaplains share their thoughts on gun violence Hospital chaplains play a pivotal role in providing care, comfort, and…

Explore the Mysteries of Medicine in These Acclaimed Books Features

Explore the Mysteries of Medicine in These Acclaimed Books

At first glance, mystery novels and books about medicine may seem like two vastly different genres, but in fact they…

Who Gets Diagnosed in Illinois? Features

Who Gets Diagnosed in Illinois?

Not Everyone, and Not Well Enough The numbers don’t lie, but they do reveal an ugly truth: There are major…

Too Soon Features

Too Soon

Pediatric diseases can be tough to diagnose for many reasons Instead of always looking for the fantastic in dream interpretation,…

Lost Trust Features

Lost Trust

For years, many Black patients have mistrusted doctors and the healthcare system. How are physicians rebuilding that trust?  While on…

The Importance of Second Opinions Features

The Importance of Second Opinions

After a tiny lump on his tongue quickly swelled to the size of a golf ball, Chicago singer Hector Nuñez…

6 Tough-to-Diagnose Diseases Features

6 Tough-to-Diagnose Diseases

Despite all of the modern medical tools at our disposal, some diseases remain mysterious. They’re difficult to diagnose for a…

Misdiagnosed Features

Misdiagnosed

Patients turn to doctors for answers, but what happens when the answer is wrong?  When Jessica Gray was 16, numbness…

Life After Death Features

Life After Death

Some answers only reveal themselves after a person dies. For those paying attention, the information can change perspectives and save lives.…