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Chicago Hospital Prepares For The Worst Ahead Of Democratic National Convention

Less than a mile from the United Center, doctors and nurses at Rush have been preparing for any possibility of a chemical attack.

(Adam Harrington)

August 15, 2024

CHICAGO (CBS) – In just under a week, the United Center will be packed with delegates for the Democratic National Convention, dignitaries, and possibly the next U.S. president.

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While there were no known threat days out of the event, preparations continued for any possible situation. CBS News Chicago Investigators took a look at one Chicago hospital, Rush University Medical Center, which has moved some outpatient appointments to virtual ones and they're prepared with specialized medical equipment.

Less than a mile from the United Center, doctors and nurses at Rush have been preparing for any possibility of a chemical attack.

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