Archive for August 2022

Green Berets – Tim Reynolds & Kevin Rasband share more than friendship As fellow Green Berets in the U.S. Army Special Forces, Dr. Tim Reynolds and Kevin Rasband had common memories and shared life stories. They have been friends for decades. As of July 26, they share even more. On that day, Kevin offered the…

Understanding Lymphedema – What to Know to Take Control The Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center is a National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated, three-site center dedicated to improving the lives of cancer patients and the community. Staff of the Stephen and Barbara Slaggie Family Cancer Education Center, located in Rochester, Minnesota, are committed to providing up-to-date education…

Alzheimer’s affects millions of Americans — but it isn’t a normal part of aging. Lisa Marshall saw every moment of her father’s descent into the depths of dementia. She wrote about it in “The End of Alzheimer’s” and tells us about it in this episode. Also, listen in as Drs. Ayesha and Dean Sherzai explain…

Blueberries might be the best example of how good things come in small packages. Dietitian Anya Miller says that includes protection for your heart, thanks to something called an anthocyanin – a compound in these berries that gives them their deep blue hue. Studies have shown eating foods high in these anthocyanins can help lower…

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has issued a health advisory, asking clinicians and public health departments to be on the lookout for infants with parechovirus infections. This follows reports of infections in newborns and young infants in multiple states. Dr. Nipunie Rajapakse, a Mayo Clinic pediatric infectious diseases expert, says while some people…