Survivorship Series – Transitions After Treatment

People with cancer are living longer due to improved care, screening and newer treatments. The term “cancer survivor” identifies a community of people with a history of cancer, either at the time of diagnosis, during or after treatment. The effects of cancer do not end when treatment ends. Starting on Wednesday, July 6, the Cancer…

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Monkeypox

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Source: Medical EncyclopediaRelated MedlinePlus Pages: Monkeypox Virus Infections

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Inflammation and Heart Disease

Joining us today to discuss Inflammation and Heart Disease is Anna Svatikova, M.D., Ph.D., assistant professor of medicine in the department of cardiovascular diseases, a division of preventive cardiology at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota.  Specific topics discussed: • What is inflammation as it relates to the heart and CV system? • What are the…

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Cal lives on through books for grieving parents, families

Like all couples who learn they’re going to be parents, Rebecca and Dan Sharpsteen, of Mankato, Minnesota, experienced immense joy and anticipation for their first child. That joy turned to heartbreak when Cal was stillborn at 38 weeks at Mayo Clinic Health System in Mankato. “As a mother-to-be, you have so many hopes and dreams you…

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How to Balance your Gut Health

Your gut is home to an ecosystem of bacteria, viruses and fungi called the gut microbiome. That may sound bad, but it’s really good for your overall health. When it’s in balance, you feel great. But when something goes wrong, it rocks your world. Robynne Chutkan, MD, author of The Microbiome Solution, talks about how…

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Oral Hygiene

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Source: Cleveland Clinic FoundationRelated MedlinePlus Pages: Bad Breath, Dental Health

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Surgery to remove uterine fibroids Myomectomy

Surgery to remove uterine fibroids Myomectomy Uterine fibroids, or benign growths of uterine muscle, are extremely common. While over 70% of people with a uterus will be diagnosed with fibroids during their lifetime, not everyone needs treatment. Myomectomy can be done three different ways, depending on the size, location, and number of fibroids present. Hysteroscopic…

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