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From Check Symptoms to video visit in one step
Patients with rash symptoms now can request an on-demand video appointment using the patient portal. Here's how Matt Gauthier used it to quickly get care he needed without leaving home.
Check Symptoms offers evaluations, care recommendations
Minor health concerns can happen anytime. If you're unsure what to do or who to call, use a free online tool to evaluate your symptoms and receive a care recommendation.
Health disparities in preventive screenings for African Americans
African Americans have a greater risk of developing certain chronic health conditions. Learn about factors that disproportionately affect health outcomes, and get self-advocacy tips.
Using robotic technology to diagnose, stage lung cancer
Lung cancer is the No. 1 cause of cancer deaths in the U.S. A new procedure acts like a robotic GPS system to diagnose lung cancer in its earliest stages when it's easier to treat.
Wagging tail, puppy eyes bring comfort
Here's a day in the life of this special therapy dog. Maisy is a great addition to a team. She is calm, empathetic and creates joy everywhere she goes. She also happens to be a golden retriever.
Virtual care for people with cancer
The COVID-19 pandemic and increased internet access changed how you shop, travel, work and access health care. Learn how telehealth options like virtual visits are used to help people with cancer.
Mobile Health Clinic drives care access
It's a bus, it's a bookmobile, it's the Mobile Health Clinic. Since summer 2021, this big, blue, fully equipped clinic on wheels has been bringing health care to patients in rural communities.
Home again, leader finds fit in community, Mayo Clinic Health System
In the eight years that Prathibha Varkey, M.B.B.S., was away from Mayo Clinic, a few things changed. But one thing remained a constant: Mayo Clinic's patient-focused mission. Read her vision for transforming rural health care while building on past successes.
Back on the bandstand: Feeling better with Mayo Clinic Advanced Care at Home
When Robert Heintz was scheduled for hip revision surgery, he was happy to learn he could recover in the comfort of his own home.
Mayo Clinic App makes managing health care a breeze
College student Lucas Anderson found that using Patient Online Services on the Mayo Clinic App made it easy for him manage his health care.
Transforming heart care with advanced treatment for atrial fibrillation
Some people may not know they have atrial fibrillation, while others have life-altering symptoms. New advanced treatment options help keep the heart in normal rhythm and reduce the risk of stroke.
Care around the kitchen table, thanks to video appointment
Video appointments, a form of telehealth, are seeing more use during the COVID-19 pandemic. Read about one patient's first video appointment experience her advice for other patients.