Endometrial ablation for endometriosis
Q: I’ve been diagnosed with endometriosis and have heavy menstrual bleeding. My health care provider said I should consider endometrial ablation. A friend told me it…
Q: I’ve been diagnosed with endometriosis and have heavy menstrual bleeding. My health care provider said I should consider endometrial ablation. A friend told me it…
Find out how Mayo Clinic specialists themselves recommend preparing for your visit so you feel both ready and a little more relaxed. Health Letter+Get direct…
Polycystic kidney disease is an inherited disorder where clusters of cysts develop within the kidneys, causing the kidneys to enlarge and lose function over time.…
The type of breast cancer a person has and how far it has spread determine the appropriate treatment. Previously, a patient with breast cancer might have received…
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Endoscopy is a nonsurgical procedure used to visually examine the digestive system with a tiny camera on the end of a long, flexible tube. An upper…
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Why has sitting become the new smoking when it comes to your health risks? Dr. Francisco Lopez-Jimenez, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist, explains the science. Health…
Breast is best. Or is formula fine? A bit of both? Co-hosts Angela Mattke, M.D., and Nipunie Rajapakse M.D., talk through all the issues and…
How do you talk to a child about a serious diagnosis in the family? Mayo Clinic experts have helped many families with the process. See…
Everything’s new. Everything’s exciting. And everything’s hard. The first six weeks after birth probably aren’t talked about enough. Myra J. Wick, M.D., Ph.D., Mayo Clinic…
From allergies and asthma to infectious diseases and even malnutrition, the indirect effects of climate change are taking a toll on our most valuable resource,…
Which simple habits can help you sleep better? Find out what works best for Mayo Clinic experts. Health Letter+Get direct access to the knowledge, wisdom,…
Learn why Rachel’s delivery room scene on “Friends” qualifies as “the most unrealistic birth ever.” Myra J. Wick, M.D., Ph.D., Mayo Clinic obstetrician, gynecologist and…
We often hear only two options for confronting fear: Fight or flee. Find out what Mayo Clinic experts hope you’ll do instead. Health Letter+Get…
An emergence of new therapies to treat stomach cancer has received FDA approval in recent years, according to Dr. Lionel Kankeu Fonkoua, a Mayo Clinic…
Your trip to the hospital, like a trip to go camping, will benefit from advanced planning. Myra J. Wick, M.D., Ph.D., Mayo Clinic obstetrician, gynecologist…
What does life look like after donating an organ to a loved one? Get an inside glimpse of real stories from a Mayo Clinic nurse…
The pop-up ads will start soon after the positive pregnancy test. You must have this safety feature! Your baby cannot survive without that gadget! Co-hosts…
Children with cerebral palsy may require lifelong care from a medical care team, but early intervention and treatments can improve function. Cerebral palsy is a…
No family should have to face brain surgery for a child. But the inspiring outcomes this Mayo Clinic neurosurgeon has seen show hope for any…
Pregnancy creates a tidal wave of hormones. This protects a growing baby — while creating serious discomfort for mom. Co-hosts Angela Mattke, M.D., and Nipunie…
Sickle cell disease is a group of inherited red blood cell disorders. Red blood cells are usually round and flexible, so they move easily through…
What are the most effective ways to manage worries about an upcoming surgery? Hear what Mayo Clinic doctors and nurses say has helped their patients…
Being pregnant means you’re about to swim in a sea of “do’s and don’ts.” Mostly don’ts. Co-hosts Angela Mattke, M.D., and Nipunie Rajapakse M.D., discuss…
What’s in store for a kidney donor after the surgery? This Mayo Clinic transplant surgeon shares what he’s learned from his patients about what happens…
Pregnancy: It’s the most excited you’ll ever be. And it’s the most scared you’ve ever been. Myra J. Wick, M.D., Ph.D., Mayo Clinic obstetrician, gynecologist…
Parents and caregivers play an important role in helping children feel comfortable with medical care. When possible, sharing age-appropriate information with children before a medical…
As a working mom, it’s tough not to buckle under the weight of your two jobs. Mayo Clinic doctors who are also moms offer their…
To stick with an exercise program, you need the right motivation. See why this Mayo Clinic physical therapist Dani Johnson says it starts with joy.…
Co-host Nipunie Rajapakse M.D. talks through the “biggest adventure of my life” — she’s pregnant! She’s joined by co-host Angela Mattke, M.D. — and special…
Should children with epilepsy be encouraged to take risks? Dr. Lily Wong-Kisiel of Mayo Clinic says yes — maybe more than you think. Find out…
Thanks to significant advances in techniques and devices, minimally invasive procedures can be used to treat some congenital heart disease defects. Innovative procedures using catheters through blood…
More than two full years of living in the COVID-19 pandemic has taken its toll on children and their families. During the most recent omicron surge, pediatric…
How can a woman best help herself after a serious diagnosis? This Mayo Clinic expert says it’s about focusing on yourself first — even when…
The microbiome — the microorganisms that live within and on the body — plays an important role in our health, according to Dr. Marina Walther-Antonio,…
What do health care professionals learn when they become the patient? These Mayo Clinic doctors’ answers may surprise you. Health Letter+Get direct access to the…
A congenital heart defect means that a child was born with a problem in the structure of his or her heart. Some congenital heart defects in…
A hernia occurs when a part of the intestine pushes through a weak spot in the stomach muscles. A hernia creates a soft lump or…
When a baby needs surgery, parents may be worried about how general anesthesia will affect their child. In place of general anesthesia, Mayo Clinic is using spinal…
Older adults are at higher risk of complications from a broken bone. Dr. Ann Kearns, an endocrinologist at Mayo Clinic, explains how to prevent that…
Child health experts condemn the use of violence in any form, but some people still use corporal punishment, such as spanking, as a way to…
January’s Mayo Clinic Health Letter included an interview with Michael Maniaci, M.D., physician leader of Advanced Care at Home at Mayo Clinic. He explained that…
Having a baby born with a cleft can be upsetting, but cleft lip and cleft palate are among the most common birth defects, and both can be…
Transgender is an umbrella term used to describe the spectrum of gender identity and gender expression diversity. Gender identity is the internal sense of being male, female,…
Chest wall deformities are structural abnormalities in the chest. While present since birth, chest wall deformities might not become noticeable until children hit their adolescent…
Discover what Mayo Clinic experts are most excited about in the field of medical research. Some new treatments may sound like sci-fi, but they’re the…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
High-intensity interval training (HIIT) — doing short bursts of higher intensity exercise followed by lower intensity exercise for a number of cycles — brings big…
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…
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.…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
When presented with two options, it’s natural to choose quick and easy. Jen Welper, executive chef at Mayo Clinic and author of “Cook Smart, Eat…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Most people who have COVID-19 recover completely within a few weeks. But some people — even those who had mild versions of the disease —…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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 is one of the most common neurodegenerative diseases, with symptoms that progress over the years. In this Mayo Clinic Talks podcast, Mayo Clinic…
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,…
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,…
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…
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…
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’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…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…