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Do supplements help or hurt gut health? Blog Posts
Taking collagen, turmeric and melatonin is popular now, but that doesn’t mean they're right for you. Ask yourself these 3 questions before you take a supplement.

The role of a certified nurse-midwife: Embracing nine months and beyond Blog Posts
Certified nurse-midwives care for women during pregnancy and beyond. One certified nurse-midwife describes the special connection she forms with an expectant mother welcoming a new baby to the family.

Diabetes and your eyes Blog Posts
Everyone needs to take care of their eyes, but when you have diabetes, eye care is especially important. Learn how new AI technology can help detect a common eye issue in people with diabetes.

Coordinated stroke care means improved outcomes Blog Posts
When 62-year-old Mankato resident Dale Hachfeld’s coworkers first heard him slurring his words, they thought he was trying to be funny. But when his left side gave way and he started to fall over, his...

What you need to know about COVID-19 boosters Blog Posts
A Mayo Clinic expert answers questions about COVID-19 booster shots, which may be available in the U.S. as soon as this fall.

Back pain basics and self-care tips Blog Posts
Almost 80% of adults say they have experienced back pain. Follow these steps to protect from further injury and ease your pain.

Genetic screening reveals surprising condition Blog Posts
Tammy LeDoux wasn't sure what to expect when she volunteered for a genetic testing study. The results revealed a surprising condition that led her to take preventive action for her health.

Helping your child's education through an IEP or 504 plan Blog Posts
Two U.S. programs give students with a disability equal access to education. Learn about the differences between plans, and the role of your child's primary care provider.

To sip a cola: Patsy Weber's goal for rehab from rare disease Blog Posts
Patsy Weber was told she might spend the rest of her life in a care facility, unable to walk, speak or swallow. Read how she and her rehab team were determined to defy that prognosis.

Why hospice in the nursing home? Blog Posts
Hospice brings a whole team of workers to join the facility staff who all work together to meet the special needs of the patient as they near end of life.