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Through their tireless work the bill was passed unanimously by the Illinois State Legislature on Thursday, May 29.

“The most striking finding is that a single corticosteroid injection led to significantly greater structural damage in the knee joint over two years, especially in cartilage, while hyaluronic acid injections not only avoided this damage but actually showed reduced joint deterioration post-injection,” she said. “Corticosteroids are known to reduce inflammation but also impair the repair mechanisms of cartilage and can inhibit matrix synthesis.”

Abbreviated breast MRI shortens exam time while retaining a high level of diagnostic accuracy of breast cancer in women with extremely dense breasts, according to

Jenn Briand, Executive Director at Susan G. Komen. “Providing critical support to those facing breast cancer is at the heart of our mission and ensures everyone has the same chance of survival, but we can’t do it alone. This year’s Walk is more than just an event; it’s a movement to drive meaningful change, ensure equitable access to care and fuel lifesaving research. We invite everyone to stand with us, take action and help create a future where no one has to face this disease alone.”

Researchers found that the policy was associated with a decrease in soccer-related concussions; however, female players experienced a higher proportion of concussions than their male counterparts.