Minimally Invasive Back Surgery Puts Fear and Pain in the Past

Michele Krause’s fear of surgery prevented her from seeking a surgical remedy for her back pain for years. All of that began to change when she heard a Mayo Clinic surgeon explain a less-invasive procedure. Michele Krause was scared. She needed spinal fusion surgery. But after witnessing the consequences a family member had suffered after going through…

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What You Need to Know About Recovering From Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery

Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG) is one of the most common types of heart surgery for seniors. There are over 400,000 surgeries done each year. The majority of seniors don’t know, however, what the best tips are for getting active after surgery and managing pain. Learn more about what you need to know about recovering from a…

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Experts Say If You’re Over 50, You Need This New Shingles Vaccine

The shingles virus flares up most often in adults over age 50 and the symptoms can range from a painful itchy rash to permanent nerve pain and vision loss. To prevent pain and possible disability, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control now recommends the new Shingrix vaccine for nearly everyone 50 and older, even those who’ve…

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