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How to tame chronic inflammation
Some inflammation is helpful, but too much can do more harm than good. These days, chronic inflammation is linked to a wide range of health conditions, from joint pain and digestive issues to heart…
Liver cancer: Beyond the diagnosis
The liver is the largest internal organ in the human body and the only one with a significant ability to regenerate. But that doesn't mean the liver is invincible. Liver cancer is harder to detect…
Are You Prepared for the Next Disaster?
Midwest tornadoes. East Coast hurricanes. West Coast wildfires. Giant earthquakes and towering waves. Emergencies can bring out the biggest challenges — and surprising strengths — in people and…
Bladder Cancer: More Common Than You Think
Bladder cancer is one of the 10 most common cancers in the U.S. On top of that, it can be difficult to diagnose. But it also has some very clear causes — which means there are real steps you can take…
Ow, My Back!
Back pain has a way of stopping life in its tracks. One minute you’re bending down to pick up a shoe, and the next you’re flat on your back, wondering how something so small could cause so much pain…
Lung Cancer: Should You Get Screened?
Lung cancer currently accounts for about one in five cancer deaths. But only a fraction of people who are eligible for lung cancer screening are getting screened. So why aren’t more people getting…
What’s This Rash?
Dandruff, eczema, rashes, redness — dermatitis can take many forms. While symptoms can be frustrating, uncomfortable or even painful, effective treatment options are available. On this episode of…
When Doctors Do Improv: Arts in Medicine Part 2
What if your doctor prescribed a poem? What if the surgeon removing your tumor took an improv class? On this episode of Health Matters, we continue our conversation on the intersection of art and…
Can Art Heal Us?: Arts in Medicine Part 1
Art feeds the soul — but can it also help the body heal? Mayo Clinic’s Arts at the Bedside program is exploring exactly that. On this episode of Health Matters, we’re joined by artist Robin Anderson,…
Are GLP-1s Everything We Hoped For?
If the past year has shown us anything, it’s that GLP-1s are here to stay. But as time passes, we’re also learning more about them — from new uses to new side effects to unexpected cultural trends.…
Why is Cancer So Hard to Cure?
Curing cancer is often talked about as a pie-in-the-sky goal. Given how difficult cancer can be to detect — let alone treat — a cure can sometimes feel out of reach. But what if a real cure for many…
How to Poop the Right Way
It’s time to talk about poop. While poop can feel awkward or uncomfortable to talk about, it can offer valuable clues about your health. So what might your poop be telling you? In this episode of…
What Happens When You're the Only Doctor for Miles
How does healthcare in rural America differ from care in cities? The answer is more complex than familiar images of house calls and close-knit communities. On this episode of Health Matters, Steven…
Stroke Isn’t the End of the Story
Many people find strokes frightening to think about, but advances in stroke care continue to improve survival and recovery. What has changed, and what should patients and families know about stroke…
Stroke Isn’t the End of the Story
Many people find strokes frightening to think about, but advances in stroke care continue to improve survival and recovery. What has changed, and what should patients and families know about stroke…
Breaking Up with Nicotine: How to Kick a Nicotine Dependency
Why is nicotine so hard to quit? What’s the best way to do it?In this episode of Health Matters, Dr. Robert Kirchoff breaks down the science of addiction. He explains why the method of nicotine use —…
How Modern Science Is Changing Advanced Prostate Cancer
On this episode of Health Matters, genitourinary oncologist Dr. Elisabeth Heath breaks down what we know — and what we’re still learning — about the prostate and prostate cancer. She also shares the…
What's Happening to my Body? Navigating the Different Stages of Menopause
You’ve been dealing with headaches, joint pain and sudden trouble concentrating. Could it be menopause?The menopause transition can be confusing, especially because there’s no single set of symptoms…
Brushing Your Way to Better Health: How Oral and Dental Health Go Beyond the Mouth
We all want a bright set of pearly whites, but teeth are more than what meets the eye. Your mouth and teeth serve as gatekeepers for your body, helping protect your heart, lungs and other organs from…
Attack of the Pickleball Elbow: Treating Sports Injuries
Tennis elbow, golfer’s elbow, Little League elbow — and now, even pickleball elbow.Staying active has countless benefits, but sports can be tough on your tendons. And you don’t have to be an athlete…
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