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Memory Issues Plague Long COVID Patients
Memory and concentration problems haunt 7 in 10 patients with long COVID, a pair of new studies indicate.
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Happy Anniversary, Shirley Ryan ³Ô¹ÏÌìÌÃ91!
As we approach the anniversary of Shirley Ryan ³Ô¹ÏÌìÌÃ91's move date, it¡¯s exciting to reflect on our progress!
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What Is Aphasia? Rare Brain Condition Ends Bruce Willis¡¯ Career (via Daily Beast)
While some people with mild aphasia may bounce back without treatment, it¡¯s not the case for many, Shirley Ryan ³Ô¹ÏÌìÌÃ91 clinician shares insights with Daily Beast.
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WSJ: How to Recognize the Symptoms of Aphasia and When to Seek Treatment
More than two million Americans suffer From Aphasia, the communication disorder that Bruce Willis was diagnosed with affects speaking and writing. Here are signs and symptoms.
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Limb Loss Awareness Month: Meet Shirley Ryan ³Ô¹ÏÌìÌÃ91's Clinical Prosthetics & Orthotics Team
During Limb Loss Awareness Month this April, meet our Prosthetic & Orthotic (P&O) team members from throughout our sites of care!
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Mike's Story: One Year of Recovery
Mike, a firefighter from Maryland, sustained a severe traumatic brain injury from a skiing accident.
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Bensenville Officer Recovering After Being Shot 9 Times (Daily Herald)
Officer Steven Kotlewski is overcoming hurdles in his recovery from being shot nine times while responding to a domestic disturbance in November.
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For COVID Long Haulers, Hope in Rehab (via Bloomberg)
Rehab facilities across the country have started to take in long Covid patients during the pandemic. The Shirley Ryan ³Ô¹ÏÌìÌÃ91 in Chicago, one of the country¡¯s top rehab centers, went so far as to open a wing dedicated to Covid patients.
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Severe COVID May Age Survivors' Brains 20 Years (via U.S. News)
Patients were often very forgetful, struggling with the sort of "brain fog" that would often make it difficult to find the words to express themselves. Dr. Colin Franz, a physician-scientist with the Shirley Ryan ³Ô¹ÏÌìÌÃ91 in Chicago, said the findings dovetail with his own experience with COVID-19 survivors.
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Meeting Milestones After a Traumatic Brain Injury
Ryan sustained a life-threatening traumatic brain injury following a motor bike accident. Watch as he progresses from inpatient rehabilitation to our DayRehab Program.
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A Look Inside the P&O Lab
April was Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month and we¡¯re giving a behind-the-scenes look at our Prosthetics & Orthotics program.
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Adaptive Sports & Accessible Recreation Make for Summer Fun in the Sun
Adaptive sports and accessible recreational activities are a great way to have fun, stay active and take advantage of being outdoors during the summer months. Here are five activities to add to the summer bucket list.
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