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After two mild flu seasons, a Mayo Clinic expert shares why this year's flu season may be different and how to protect your family from the flu virus.

Tattoos are a common method of expression or marking significant events. But can you use a tattoo to communicate healthcare wishes? Learn why picking up a pen, not a tattoo needle, is the better optio...

Ramadan includes refraining from food and drink from dawn to sunset. This shouldn't have a negative health effect for most people. But some need to prepare to avoid worsening a health condition.

Lymphedema is a common side effect of cancer. A new surveillance program lowers this risk by painlessly tracking tiny changes in a person's lymph system.

Feelings of loneliness can develop after the loss of a loved one, a job change or divorce. Physical signs of loneliness can be difficult to overcome. Start with small steps to engage with others.

Urinary incontinence can occur in up to 10% of men who have had prostate cancer surgery. Learn about two outpatient surgical treatment options that can stop leaks and ease worry.

Training for a distance run or another event? Protein is a key nutrient for building and repairing muscle,, and helping reach peak performance. A quick quiz can help assess your protein needs.

About 25% of the U.S. blood supply is donated to patients during cancer treatments. Here's how it’s used, why it's important and how you can help.

Having a sense of purpose provides a wealth of mental and physical benefits from reduced stress to better sleep. But how do you identify your purpose? These ideas can get you started.

Changes to your breast can cause worry. The good news? Not all changes are due to breast cancer. Learn about a few types of benign breast disease and which types increase the risk of breast cancer.