Mayo Clinic Q & amp; A: Supporting weight-loss medications with adequate, tailored nutrition
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I have a family member taking a prescription weight-loss drug. She has been successful thus far, which I know is improving her health. She admitted, though, that she often eats less than 1,000 calories per day. How can I encourage her weight-loss journey, but also ensure she is getting adequate nutrition? ANSWER: While weight-loss medications are truly having a positive effect on many Americans ’ health, it is important to also talk about… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
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Mayo Clinic Q & amp;A: Managing migraine: What's right for me?
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I've dealt with migraine attacks for years. So has my mom. I typically manage by using over-the-counter pain medication that includes caffeine as soon as my symptoms begin. Then, if my migraine doesn't improve, I use a prescription triptan medication. But my headache days have been increasing, and my doctor suggested I try a newer preventive migraine medication. Can you please explain more about medication options? ANSWER: Migraine is a neurologic disorder.… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
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Hormone therapy: Four things a Mayo Clinic women's health specialist wants you to know
Many women experience night sweats during menopause Hormone therapy is a treatment that uses medications containing hormones like estrogen or progesterone to replace those the body stops producing during menopause. It can be a powerful tool for managing menopausal symptoms. "While hormone therapy can significantly improve quality of life and overall health for many women, it ’s not a one-size-fits-all solution," says Dr. Taryn Smith, a Mayo Clinic internist and women’s health specialist. She emphasizes the… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
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Mayo Clinic Minute: Preventing stroke
May is National Stroke Awareness Month, and as part of everyday awareness, Mayo Clinic healthcare professionals suggest reducing stroke risk and knowing the signs. A stroke happens every 40 seconds in the U.S., and the likelihood of stroke increases with age, according to the National Institutes of Health. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wl7U_3jTpAQ&feature=youtu.be Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1:00) is in the downloads at the end of this post. Please courtesy: "Mayo Clinic News Network." Read… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
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Mayo Clinic Q & amp; A: Seeing clearly: Understanding pink eye
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My entire family was recently affected by pink eye, including my mom, my nephews, my sister and even her dog! How is it so contagious? And what is it? ANSWER: Pink eye is an inflammation of the lining of the eyelid and eyeball. The medical term for pink eye is conjunctivitis. Just as its name, pink eye, tells us, the most noticeable symptom will be a pink or red irritated eye or… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
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Mayo Clinic Q & amp; A: What is hypertrophic cardiomyopathy?
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I've heard from some of my relatives that heart disease runs in our family, so I've been reading a lot about different conditions. I can barely pronounce it, but what is hypertrophic cardiomyopathy? ANSWER: It is a mouthful. Let's break it down a little. Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) is a condition where the heart (cardio) muscle (myopathy) becomes thickened (hypertrophied). HCM is the most common type of genetic cardiomyopathy. Patients are born with… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
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Recommendations to begin breast cancer screening at age 40
An ultrasound technician positions a patient for a mammogram All women should begin breast cancer screening at the age of 40, says the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force. In a new recommendation, the task force advises cisgender women and all other people assigned female at birth aged 40 to 74 years get screened every other year. "This is good news for women," says Dr. Sandhya Pruthi, with Mayo Clinic's Breast Diagnostic Clinic and Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center. "We… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
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Mayo Clinic Q & amp; A: Going plant-based: Exploring the myths, health benefits
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: More and more of my friends are following the plant-based diet trend. Is that the same as going vegan? Is it healthy for you? What can I actually eat? ANSWER: Plant-based foods go beyond a "boring salad." With a whole-food plant-based diet, we focus on eating foods that are primarily coming from plants and that occur in their natural state. Veganism also takes that into account but can incorporate other social and… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
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Mayo Clinic Q & amp;A: What to know about cervical cancer
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My mom had a pap smear recently, and the results came back as abnormal. After further testing, we were shocked when she was diagnosed with cervical cancer. She didn't have any symptoms. Now, her healthcare team is discussing surgery and medications. What should I know about her illness? As her daughter, should I be worried about myself? Most importantly, how I can support her during treatment? ANSWER: I commend you for finding… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
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Mayo Clinic researchers' new tool links Alzheimer's disease types to rate of cognitive decline
Mayo Clinic researchers have developed a new scoring tool that links Alzheimer's disease subtypes with age of onset and the rate of cognitive decline in individuals. (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
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Exploring the exposome
Environmental exposures can accumulate in your body from the air you breathe, the food you eat, products you touch, water you drink, and more. These sometimes-harmful exposures have the potential to interact with each person's genes to influence health. The measure of all exposures of a person in their lifetime, and the effect of those exposures on health is called "the exposome." Watch: Exploring the exposome https://youtu.be/2UjVsFHTr9I Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1:18) is in the downloads… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
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Mayo Clinic Q & amp;A: Using radiation therapy to treat brain tumors
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I have been diagnosed with a brain tumor and advised to have radiation therapy. I'm very nervous about this and the risks for me, my family and, potentially, another cancer diagnosis. Can you explain why radiation therapy could be right for me? ANSWER: Radiation therapy has been used to treat cancer since the beginning of the 20th century. This type of treatment continues to be one of the most effective treatments for… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
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Mayo Clinic Q & amp; A: What to expect during a blood draw
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I've never had my blood drawn before, but I have to go in for testing soon. Honestly, I'm pretty nervous about it. What can I expect? ANSWER: It can be a little nerve-wracking at first, but having blood drawn is a quick procedure that can be painless — sometimes, people don't even know that the collection has started! It's important that you first ask your healthcare team what your lab tests are… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
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Optimizing operating room design to support teams and strengthen healthcare delivery
A recent Mayo Clinic study investigated how operating room (OR) design can be improved to create a more supportive workspace, ultimately strengthening the well-being of surgical teams during healthcare delivery. (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
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Mayo Clinic Minute: Good carbs for optimal health
Do you push away the breadbasket or opt out of any meal that includes macaroni? If so, chances are you are one of the millions of people watching your carbs, or carbohydrates. Dr. Christine Nguyen, a Mayo Clinic family physician, says not all carbs are bad, and there are plenty of foods with good carbs. Fiber-rich foods like whole grains, fruits and vegetables are essential for health, aiding digestion, lowering cholesterol levels and reducing disease risk. Watch: The Mayo Clinic… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
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