COVID Conversations: Why getting infected is still a bad idea
With the highly transmissible omicron variant spreading across the U.S., it may seem inevitable that most people will get infected with COVID-19. But Mayo Clinic experts…
Mayo Clinic experts weigh in on complementary medicine
Have you ever wondered whether alternative therapies could help you feel better about your health? Learn which approaches Mayo Clinic experts rely on in their…
My child wets the bed at night — is this normal?
It’s not unusual for kids to wet the bed at night. Known formally as pediatric enuresis, uncontrolled nighttime urination affects as many as 5% to…
What’s on the horizon for cardiac regenerative therapies?
Stable angina shouldn’t be ignored. If you’re feeling chest discomfort, talk to your doctor. In the meantime, it’s helpful to know how your heart works…
Mayo Clinic expert offers tips for at-home COVID-19 care
When you become infected with COVID-19, what are you supposed to do? Everyone who tests positive for COVID-19 does not need to seek medical care. Young, otherwise…
How to handle a serious diagnosis
A serious medical diagnosis can turn anyone’s world upside down. Mayo Clinic experts offer insight into how they would process a difficult diagnosis and who…
Podcast: How high-intensity intervals impact cardiovascular health
High-intensity interval training (HIIT) — doing short bursts of higher intensity exercise followed by lower intensity exercise for a number of cycles — brings big…
COVID Conversations: January bringing an omicron surge
The rapid spread of COVID-19 due to the omicron variant continues, and experts expect a January surge across the U.S. “This is spreading unlike anything we’ve seen…
Video: How do you deal with midday stress?
That moment when pent-up stress threatens to throw off your day? Stop what you’re doing and try the techniques Mayo Clinic experts use to re-center.…
Diet and nutrition help cancer survivors return to good health
After cancer treatment, cancer survivors are eager to return to good health. The right diet and nutrition can play a big role in improving long-term health so…
Who should be screened for lung cancer?
One of the challenges of treating lung cancer is that it’s often diagnosed at an advanced stage, but screening can help catch it at an…
Mayo Clinic experts on the best health resolutions
Most health resolutions are short-lived. Somehow life creeps in, getting in the way of our greatest intentions. It doesn’t have to be this way. The…
Exercise is first-line treatment for Parkinson’s
There’s voluminous evidence that supports exercise as a first-line treatment for Parkinson’s disease, according to Dr. Edward Laskowski, a Mayo Clinic specialist in physical medicine…
Why the risk of frostbite is greater than you think
It’s almost a worst-case scenario when you’re out in extreme cold, and it’s more common than you might think. Dr. Sanj Kakar, a Mayo Clinic orthopedic…
Why exercise is such powerful medicine
If this habit were available in pill form, it would be a wonder drug. This Mayo Clinic expert wants you to know why exercise is…
Video: Tips for putting instinct to work at snack time
When presented with two options, it’s natural to choose quick and easy. Jen Welper, executive chef at Mayo Clinic, has tips for putting that instinct…
Researching health info online
Wondering what online health information you can trust? Mayo Clinic experts share tips on how to focus your searches on dependable sources. Video: Mayo Clinic…
Mayo Clinic experts on how to set screen time rules
When all your screens are closing in, it’s time to take a stand. Learn how Mayo Clinic experts fight the good fight in their own…
Winter, holidays and keeping safe from COVID-19 and other viruses
As the end of the year approaches, it’s only the beginning of the season for illnesses like the cold and flu. Add COVID-19 and other viruses to the list,…
COVID Conversations: Experts urge COVID-19 boosters to fight omicron surge
In a podcast recorded for the Mayo Clinic News Network, Gregory Poland, M.D., discuses the latest information on COVID-19 variants and shares advice on how…
Mayo Clinic Q&A podcast: Got itchy, red skin?
When it comes to itchy, red skin, it’s possible that psoriasis or atopic dermatitis, also known as eczema, could be the cause. “Psoriasis and eczema are both skin…
Biological age and other AI tools in preventive cardiology
Doctors have observed for many years that people age at different speeds, according to Dr. Francisco Lopez-Jimenez, chair of preventive cardiology at Mayo Clinic in…
How Mayo Clinic doctors are discussing the new Alzheimer’s drug with patients
Earlier this year, the Food and Drug Administration approved the drug aducanumab to treat Alzheimer’s disease. In this Mayo Clinic Q&A podcast, Mayo Clinic neurologists…
Mayo Clinic Q&A podcast: Post COVID-19 syndrome can be a long haul
Most people who have COVID-19 recover completely within a few weeks. But some people — even those who had mild versions of the disease —…
Hot flash? Breathe.
Even if you make over your environment and do your best to avoid triggers, you may still experience hot flashes with the menopause transition. But…
Testing for COVID-19 at home
The emergence of a new COVID-19 variant, omicron, has heightened safety protocols and plans to help people stay safe from illness as researchers and experts learn more about…
Mayo Clinic Q&A podcast: Boosters reduce vulnerability to COVID-19 variants
Omicron, a new COVID-19 variant of concern, has been detected in all regions of the world, including North America. While research and clinical observations on the new…
COVID-19 pill gets advisory panel approval
The first oral antiviral medication to treat COVID-19 is one step closer. A Food and Drug Administration (FDA) advisory panel has voted to recommend emergency use authorization…
Beyond the lungs: COVID-19 infection and the heart
Although COVID-19 has been seen as a disease that primarily affects the lungs, it can affect other organs, including the heart. Organ damage can lead…
COVID-19 vaccine for kids 5 to 11 years old: Good news for families
Nearly 28 million children in the U.S. are newly eligible to be protected by COVID-19 vaccination. The Food and Drug Administration granted emergency use authorization…
How clinical trials work: COVID-19 and beyond
Clinical trials follow rigorous scientific processes that usually take many years to complete. However, during the COVID-19 pandemic, clinical trials are operating on fast-forward. In…
Parkinson’s disease: It’s more than a tremor
Parkinson’s disease is one of the most common neurodegenerative diseases, with symptoms that progress over the years. In this Mayo Clinic Talks podcast, Mayo Clinic…
Advancing colorectal cancer screening with artificial intelligence
Artificial intelligence is playing a role in colonoscopies. AI has the ability to recognize polyps the same way it can spot faces in facial recognition,…
An underrecognized form of Alzheimer’s disease affects people in their younger years
In 2020, Mayo Clinic researchers defined a form of Alzheimer’s disease that strikes younger people as early as their 40s or 50s, involves atypical symptoms,…
What’s new in regenerative medicine research for neurodegenerative diseases
The cells in the brain and spinal cord don’t replace themselves after they’ve been injured, such as from a neurodegenerative disease like Parkinson’s, or as…
With esophageal cancer, every decision is life or death
Esophageal cancer is treatable but rarely curable, so early diagnosis and treatment are vital, Dr. Shanda Blackmon explains in this Mayo Clinic Q&A podcast. Learn…
Fatigue that won’t stop: COVID-19 long-hauler syndrome
Experts estimate that 10 percent to 30 percent of people who have had COVID-19 experience fatigue and other symptoms many months after initial infection. In…
What women need to know about migraines
What’s the connection between hormones and migraine headaches? As those with migraines know all too well, the throbbing pain associated with these headaches can be…
Policies in health care lead to cruelty
In his book Why We Revolt (Mayo Clinic Press, 2020), Dr. Victor Montori writes about cruelty in health care. In this excerpt from the book,…
Meet John: a sign of problems in healthcare
John is a 55-year-old man. He is overweight. He takes two different pills daily for diabetes. He also has hypertension and, until recently, was using…
Robot-guided technology can bring greater precision to back and neck surgery
When it comes to back pain and neck pain, surgery is often a treatment of last resort. Most back and neck problems respond to nonsurgical…
Stem cells may be a step toward improving motor, sensory function after spinal cord injury
Between 250,000 and 500,000 people worldwide suffer a spinal cord injury each year, often with life-changing loss of sensory and motor function, according to the…
Q&A podcast: Book focuses on well-being and hope for dementia patients, care partners
Dementia is a serious health challenge. By some estimates, the number of people living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia could triple by…
A safety plan can help you get out of an abusive environment
With incident reports of domestic violence increasing during the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s more important than ever to put together a safety plan if you’re at…
The agony of da feet – Assessing foot and ankle pain and injury
Most Americans experience foot pain and other foot issues at some point during their lives, including torn ligaments and Achilles tendon ruptures. In this Mayo…
What are ‘natural’ personal care products?
As you search for at-home, anti-aging skin care, you’ll come across a variety of skin care labels, such as “natural” and “organic.” What do they…
Osteoporosis affects men, too
Worldwide, 1 in 3 women over age 50 will experience a bone fracture due to osteoporosis, according to the International Osteoporosis Foundation. But it’s not…
How to use healthy cooking oils at home
Once you’ve stocked up on healthy cooking oils, learn how to use them. In this Mayo Clinic Minute, Angie Murad, M.P.H, a dietitian with the…
Mayo Clinic Cardiologist: Getting treatment for atrial fibrillation can improve quality of life
The signs and symptoms of atrial fibrillation can be vague and cause some people to think they’re just out of shape or getting older. But…