Skilled Care and Kindness Help Overcome a Rare Salivary Gland Tumor

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When Susan Roupp’s tongue began cramping, she looked to Mayo Clinic to find the cause of this strange symptom. During her care team’s investigation, they uncovered a mass in Susan’s cheek that turned out to be an aggressive cancer. In addition to being grateful for the quick diagnosis and expert care, Susan was impressed by…

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Shoulder Surgery Helps Weightlifter Keep Pulling Toward Her Dreams

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Photo credit Lifting Life. When Delaney Willingham damaged her right shoulder during a high school meet, she feared her competitive weightlifting days were over. But now, after arthroscopic shoulder surgery at Mayo Clinic, Delaney’s fully recovered from her injury, and she’s back to high-level competition. Delaney Willingham stepped to the mat, placed both hands on…

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