Casting once again: Patient recovers from thoracic outlet syndrome and rediscovers thrill of being on the water
When Justin Pomeroy, 23, struggled after a weight training session, he wasn ’t sure if he was simply fatigued or experiencing a medical crisis. While lifting weights, one of his shoulders popped, followed by radiating pain. Despite being fit for his active job as a Florida-based U.S. Coast Guard crewman, he continued to feel debilitating weakness, even when making the sli ghtest of movements. His condition worsened over the next few days to the point that he… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
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Closing the clinical trials disparity gap
Getting sufficient representation of racial and ethnic minority populations in clinical trials remains a pervasive challenge, despite concerted efforts by researchers and mandates set by funding sources and regulatory agencies. A lack of diversity in research results in continued disparities and poorer health outcomes in underrepresented communities. An article in the January edition of Mayo Clinic Proceedings proposes a wide range of strategies to help researchers improve community engagement with underrepresented racial and ethnic populations and… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
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Two KPJ Healthcare hospitals in Malaysia join Mayo Clinic Care Network
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, and ROCHESTER, Minn. — KPJ Healthcare Berhad (KPJ Healthcare or the "Group") and Mayo Clinic have announced that two KPJ specialist hospitals, KPJ Damansara Specialist Hospital (KPJ DSH) and Damansara Specialist Hospital 2 (DSH2), are the newest members of the Mayo Clinic Care Network. These hospitals are the first me mbers from Malaysia to join the Mayo Clinic Care Network, a group of carefully vetted healthcare organizations with special access to Mayo Clinic's… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
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Dengue fever: A Mayo Clinic expert explains the mosquito-borne infection
Recent outbreaks of dengue fever in Brazil have prompted public health officials to launch an immunization campaign targeting children ages 10 to 11. Dengue fever is a potentially life-threatening viral infection transmitted through the bite of infected mosquitoes. "Four different subtypes of the virus can cause infections in humans," says Dr. Stacey Rizza, a Mayo Clinic infectious diseases specialist. "Wherever you have a significant number of mosquitoes and warm hot environments is where you see dengue transmission." Watch: Dr. Stacey… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
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Mayo Clinic Minute: Can extra salt hurt your kidneys?
Sodium is a mineral that your body needs to function well. When you combine sodium with the mineral, chloride, the two make table salt. Sodium is added to many processed foods, including packaged and frozen meals. Many recipes call for salt in the ingredients, and many people add table salt to their food for flavor. But according to Dr. Ivan Porter II, a Mayo Clinic nephrologist, adding too much salt to your diet is not… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
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Jim Robo, former chairman and CEO of NextEra Energy, to join Mayo Clinic Board of Trustees
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Jim Robo, a private investor and former chairman and CEO of NextEra Energy, Inc. and NextEra Energy Partners, LP, was elected to the Mayo Clinic Board of Trustees at its quarterly meeting on February 16. Jim Robo “We are pleased to welcome Mr. Robo to the board,” says Gianrico Farrugia, M.D. , Mayo Clinic president and CEO. “He has an exceptional track record of driving transformation and excellence and will offer valuable strategic… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
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Stressed about your child's screen time? Here's what a Mayo Clinic expert recommends
For decades, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has been studying the effects screens and media have on children. It's natural for parents and caregivers to be concerned about how much screen time their children are getting, especially when digital screens are everywhere, even at school. Dr. Nusheen Ameenuddin, a Mayo Clinic pediatrician and member of the AAP, shares some recommendations to make it simple for families to manage their technology use. Watch: Dr. Nusheen… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
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Try a cholesterol-lowering diet for heart health
MANKATO, Minn. — With those New Year's resolutions six weeks behind us, some people may have reverted to less healthy ways of eating. Heart Month is a great time to remind yourself why a healthy diet is important for more than just your waistline. "What you eat and drink affects your cholesterol and triglyceride levels, and if you have high cholesterol or triglyceride levels, your healthcare team may recommend following a cholesterol-lowering diet," says Ripu… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
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Mayo Clinic Minute: Health disparities in gynecologic cancers
Each year, thousands of women are diagnosed with gynecologic cancers in the U.S. While cervical, ovarian and uterine cancer affects all races, Black women are often diagnosed at later stages and are more likely to die from these diseases. Dr. Kristina Butler, a Mayo Clinic gynecologic oncologist, discusses health disparities and prevention. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute https://youtu.be/qnJg1eEtcN0 Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1:05) is in the downloads at the end of this post. Please courtesy: "Mayo… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
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Celebrating the gift of life: Cousins raise awareness for organ donation on National Donor Day
Lisa Brown, 53, of Jacksonville, suffered from severe pelvis and back pain for years. She later learned that her bladder wasn't working due to follicular cystitis, a rare and non-specific inflammatory disease of the bladder, and inflammatory pseudotumor of the bladder. In 2017, her bladder was removed using robotic-assisted surgery and replaced with a "neobladder" that was attached to her ureters, which are the tubes that carry urine produced by the kidneys. Unfortunately, ongoing challenges… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
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Mayo Clinic Minute: What high triglycerides mean and why it matters to your heart
You may be familiar with high-density, or good cholesterol; low-density lipoproteins (LDL), or bad cholesterol; and their connections to heart health. But what about triglycerides? Often that word gets skimmed over when talking about cholesterol levels. Dr. Regis Fernandes, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist, says triglycerides provide the body with energy from food. High levels can indicate signs of other conditions, like diabetes or prediabetes, that can increase the risk of heart disease and stroke. Watch: The Mayo… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
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Little by little: Small changes can lead to heart health, Mayo Clinic expert says
Several countries observe Heart Month in February JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Switching from an unhealthy diet and sedentary lifestyle to healthy eating and exercise can be daunting. In this expert alert, Juan Cardenas Rosales, M.D., an internal medicine physician and medical director of the international medicine practice at Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida, shares s mall steps and one big one that can lead to a heart-healthy life. Taking the first step can be difficult, whether trying… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
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A Valentine's Day story of love, legacy and the gift of life
Harley and Justine Duffer with their newest family member, Peyton The Duffer family ’s home is filled with lots of love this Valentine’s Day. They have a new baby girl, and Dad got the lifesaving heart transplant he needed. Take a look at the special way the Duffer family is now recognizing love, legacy and the gift of life. Watch: A Valentine’s Day story about love, legacy a nd the gift of life https://youtu.be/fTwBlCmcpAY Journalists: Broadcast-quality video… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
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Isometric exercise: Using body weight to lower blood pressure
When you think about exercise, sweating through a cycling class, adding up miles from a brisk walk or pumping iron in the weight room may come to mind. But there's a different form of exercise that uses something besides movement to give you a workout. It's isometric exercise, which is gaining attention for its role in helping lower and control your blood pressure. What is isometric exercise? Isometric exercise focuses on tightening or contracting a specific… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
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A silent tumor, precancerous polyps and the power of genetic screening
Tammy LeDoux could never have imagined she had a tumor the size of a pineapple growing on her left ovary. Or that precancerous polyps were lurking in her stomach and colon. "I never had any cramping. I never had any pain. I never felt anything hard or lumpy in my abdomen or down in my pelvic area. I never knew anything was there," says Tammy, an information technology analyst who lives in Wisconsin. The surprising… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
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