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Weigh benefits, risks carefully before taking off-label medication
How do you know if or when it's OK to use a medication off-label? Learn about possible benefits, risks and unintended consequences when an on-label use causes a spike in demand.
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.
What should you do if you have COVID-19 or flu?
Unsure if you have flu or COVID-19? Symptoms can be similar. Find out what to do, and how to self-manage symptoms and use the Check Symptoms tool.
What parents should know about RSV
Upper respiratory infections are a common occurrence this time of year. As seasonal cases of influenza and RSV increase, find out how to manage symptoms at home and when to seek care.
When to seek medical help for RSV or flu symptoms in children
With an early increase in RSV and influenza cases, a Mayo Clinic expert shares three things parents can watch for when determining if they should seek care for a sick child.
Prepare for a challenging flu season: Get vaccinated now
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.
Answers to questions about COVID-19 bivalent booster vaccines
A Mayo Clinic expert explains the bivalent booster, which protects against the original virus that causes COVID-19 and the omicron variants, BA.4 and BA.5.
Don't skip your flu shot this year
Put up your best defense. It's time for your seasonal flu shot. Learn why it's more important than ever to be vaccinated.
Expect a different flu season: Why you'll want to be vaccinated for the flu
This year's flu season could be different than the last two years. A Mayo Clinic expert explains why vaccination for flu will be important this year.
Monkeypox Q&A
Health officials continue to monitor and track increasing cases of monkeypox. Learn about symptoms, how it spreads, who should be tested and if a vaccine is available.
Why it's important to support kids who identify as LGBTQ and may be struggling
The teen years are challenging, but for LGBTQ youth, statistics for mental health issues and suicide risk are alarming. Supporting LGBTQ youth who are struggling starts with lending a listening ear.
COVID-19 vaccines for infants, toddlers
FDA advisers voted unanimously to recommend emergency-use authorization for Moderna and Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccines for young children. A Mayo Clinic expert shares what this means for parents.