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Sally Blackwell ‘no longer on the sidelines’ after life-changing surgery for rectal cancer
Sally Blackwell with her husband, Christopher Blackwell. Sally Blackwell was pregnant with her second child when she began noticing symptoms she initially brushed off as nothing. She was experiencing constipation. She wasn’t gaining weight during the pregnancy. She figured the lack of weight gain had to be because she wasn’t doing the daily Chick-fil-A runs she…
Read MoreEnhancing Cancer Care through Clinical Trials at Mayo Clinic
Join us on a journey of hope and transformation in this video, as we delve into the world of clinical trials and their impact on cancer care. Hear firsthand from patients who have bravely navigated their cancer diagnosis and treatment, finding new hope through participation in clinical trials. In this video, you’ll learn about: •…
Read MoreCan We Build The Lives We Want? Discussing the Science of Happiness with Arthur C. Brooks |…
Many people desire happiness, but is there a science to being happy (https://www.webmd.com/balance/video/arthur-brooks)? Can we learn to be happy regardless of external challenges? Are there evidence-based tools and practices for managing emotions and enhancing our lives? We spoke with Arthur C. Brooks (https://arthurbrooks.com/), who co-authored the book Build the Life You Want: The Art and…
Read MoreImproving treatment options for rectal cancer
The rectal cancer team at Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center aims for a cure for all rectal cancers, including the most difficult cases. Experts in radiation, surgery, and medicine work closely together to ensure a swift, accurate diagnosis and a customized treatment plan just for you. Our colorectal surgeons team up with experts in gynecology,…
Read MoreThe mistake pediatricians made with baby sleep
Parastomal Hernia (PSH) Repair at Mayo Clinic: Helping Patients Live their Life
Our interdisciplinary team of experts at Mayo clinic in Rochester, MN want to help people with parastomal hernias so that they not only improve their quality of life – but go live it. A parastomal hernia is a large defect in the abdominal wall. Often, things that shouldn’t go in there, do, such as your…
Read MoreMayo Clinic Minute: High blood pressure hurts the kidneys
Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, is a common problem that affects the body’s arteries. If you have high blood pressure, the heart has to work harder to pump blood. In general, hypertension is a blood pressure reading of 130/80 or higher. Dr. Ivan Porter II, a Mayo Clinic nephrologist, says high blood pressure…
Read MoreContinent Ileostomy at Mayo Clinic: Improving Quality of Life for Patients
A continent Ileostomy is an alternative to an external pouch for some patients who have conditions that require an ileostomy. A continent ileostomy creates in internal reservoir and valve from your small bowel for waste that can be emptied several times each day through a catheter. This procedure offers individuals a discreet solution, more control,…
Read MoreBreaking the Curve: Understanding Peyronie’s Disease and Solutions at Mayo Clinic
Dr. Matthew Zieglemann is based at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. In this video, he discusses his practice that focuses on men’s health with a specific clinical interest in Peyronie’s disease, erectile dysfunction and sexual dysfunction. Peyronie’s disease can include pain with erections, curvature of the penis and other symptoms. We offer evidence-based therapies for…
Read MorePeripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) – Comprehensive Assessment and Treatment at Mayo Clinic
The Vascular and Endovascular Surgery teams at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN utilize a comprehensive evaluation and testing protocol to assess patients with PAD to optimize their treatment. From mild forms of PAD to more severe forms, like Critical Limb Threatening Ischemia, Mayo Clinic utilizes a comprehensive team to understand an individual’s condition and bring…
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