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23/07/2025

Lake Regional Health System and Mayo Clinic Platform announced that the health system in Osage Beach, Missouri, has joined the Mayo Clinic Care Network, a select group of independent healthcare providers carefully vetted by Mayo Clinic and granted special access to Mayo's clinical, educational, research and operational knowledge, expertise and resources.

Learn more: https://mayocl.in/44V5ggh

23/07/2025

Some of the best summer memories are made on the water. Whether you’re swimming, boating or floating, keep these safety reminders in mind:

◾Wear a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket that fits properly.
◾Assign an adult "water watcher" when children are swimming.
◾Never dive into unfamiliar water; enter feet first.
◾Keep life jackets, a whistle, first aid kit and fire extinguisher on every boat.
◾Avoid alcohol while operating any watercraft.
◾Bring a charged phone in a waterproof case, and check the weather before heading out.

Smart preparation helps prevent accidents and ensures your summer stays safe and memorable.

7/17/2025 by Ika Kovacikova, M.D. Some of my best memories from growing up occurred in and around the water. Families in Minnesota, the land of 10,000 lakes, have ample opportunity to create memories while boating, canoeing, sailing and swimming. In fact, a recent survey found that Minnesota has mor...

23/07/2025

The Mayo Clinic Blood Donor Center in Rochester is facing a critical shortage of type O-negative blood. If you're eligible, please consider donating. Your donation could help save up to three lives.

You can donate at the downtown or northwest Rochester locations, or at one of several upcoming mobile drives. Call 507-284-4475 or schedule through the Donor Dashboard: https://mayocl.in/3TUUxMj

Not in Rochester? No matter where you live, you can make a difference. Contact your local blood donation center to support patients in your area and beyond.

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23/07/2025

Healthcare innovators are transforming cancer care by bringing treatment closer to where patients need it most—their homes. In this episode of Tomorrow’s Cure, we explore how at-home cancer care is redefining the care experience and its potential to improve outcomes. Listen now: https://mayocl.in/44VINOM

22/07/2025

Dave and Joanie Kraus spent years trying to conceive their daughter, Jorie, finally welcoming her through IVF. Like many parents, they thought the hardest part was behind them.

But at 20 weeks, an ultrasound revealed heart concerns.

When Jorie Kraus was born with a rare genetic condition, her parents were told there was no cure. But thanks to doctors at Mayo Clinic, that changed.

Learn more about Jorie's story and the innovation that is changing lives.

Born with a rare genetic disorder, Jorie Kraus had little hope for her future, until doctors at Mayo Clinic found a way to essentially reverse her disorder.

22/07/2025

There's still much to learn about what makes up a brain-healthy diet. Studies are finding that what's good for your heart also may be good for your brain. ⁠
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Diets rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains and legumes, fish, healthier fats, and herbs or seeds boost the brain's memory functioning.⁠
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Learn more: https://mayocl.in/46iHqvS

22/07/2025

Consider helping Mayo Clinic researchers learn about preventing breast cancer in young mothers. We are conducting a clinical trial to explore the use of low-dose aspirin for preventing breast cancer diagnosed within 10 years of childbirth. If you are under 45, have had a live birth in the past 10 years, and are willing to undergo two breast biopsies, you may be eligible to participate.

Learn more about this important research by contacting our team. Visit: https://mayocl.in/4kMJLmh call 855-776-0015 or email CANCERCTR@mayo.edu

Let’s work together to learn more about reducing the risk of postpartum-related breast cancer.

22/07/2025

Sunburns can do more than ruin your weekend; they can increase your risk of skin cancer.

Dr. Libby Curry shares these tips for protecting your skin this summer:
• Avoid direct sunlight during peak hours (10 a.m.–4 p.m.)
• Use broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher
• Reapply sunscreen every two hours — and after swimming or sweating
• Wear protective clothing, hats and sunglasses

Learn more tips to protect your skin:

Protect your skin in the summer sun 7/14/2025 by Libby Curry, D.O. Sunburns can not only ruin a weekend or vacation, but they can also lead to skin cancer. The real problem with spending time soaking up the sun is the ultraviolet, or UV, light. UV light is responsible for sunburn, skin cancer and sk...

22/07/2025

Living with anxiety can feel like your internal alarm system keeps going off — even when there’s no real threat.

According to Mayo Clinic psychologist Dr. Craig Sawchuk, anxiety can show up in different ways:
– The alarm feels too loud, even in common stressful situations
– It won’t turn off, even after the stressor is gone
– It sounds for no reason at all

You can take steps to reset it. Many approaches don’t require medication. Start with these basics:

Living with anxiety can be like living in a house with an alarm system that misfires. That’s how psychologist Craig N. Sawchuk, Ph.D., L.P., co-chair…

21/07/2025

Skin allergies are common and often frustrating to diagnose. But new technology could soon help change that.

Dr. Alison Bruce, a dermatologist at Mayo Clinic, is aiding the development of an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered tool to support allergy patch testing.

Learn more: https://mayocl.in/46nfBTk

21/07/2025

From early prediction to prevention, artificial intelligence is helping experts detect disease before symptoms appear. Learn more on the latest episode of Tomorrow’s Cure: https://mayocl.in/46qWUOB

20/07/2025

Swimmer’s ear can turn a fun day in the water into a painful infection.

This outer ear condition is often caused by trapped moisture, but using cotton swabs or even your fingers can make it worse.

The good news is that if caught early, swimmer’s ear is usually easy to treat. Learn how to protect your ears and prevent swimmer’s ear: https://mayocl.in/4eZa4Eo