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A stroke occurs when the blood supply to part of your brain is interrupted or severely reduced, depriving brain tissue of oxygen and nutrients. Within minutes, brain cells begin to die. A stroke is a ...

Epilepsy is a central nervous system disorder in which nerve cell activity in the brain becomes disrupted, causing seizures or periods of unusual behavior, sensations and, sometimes, loss of conscious...

Almost everyone experiences at least one headache at some time during his or her life. According to the World Health Organization, about 50% of all adults have regular headaches. They can slow yo...

Neurosurgeons at Mayo Clinic Health System are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of the entire nervous system, including your brain, spinal cord and spinal column, as well as the nerves throughou...

Hospice care in Owatonna, Minnesota, continues to provide support to family members, friends and caregivers of patients at no charge for 13 months after the patient's death. Grief support services inc...

Learn more about hospice care by reviewing these FAQ: What services does hospice provide? Our Hospice program in Owatonna, Minnesota, provides an interdisciplinary team approach to care for patients a...

Sun protection is an important precaution to guard against skin cancer and reducing signs of aging. Each year, there are over 1 million new cases of skin cancer in the U.S. To help protect your skin ...

Heavy or irregular vaginal bleeding is not just something you have to live with. For some, vaginal bleeding is minor and tolerable; for others, it is annoying and even debilitating. Heavy or Irregular...