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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.
Check Symptoms tool evaluates upper respiratory illnesses
Concerned you or your child may have RSV, the flu or COVID-19? Learn how an online assessment tool can quickly evaluate symptoms, determine if testing is needed and recommend next steps for care.
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.
Online scheduling saves time for busy grandmother
Ellen Mihm knows what brings her joy: travel and spending time with her grandkids — and not waiting on hold to schedule appointments. That's why she likes the easy online scheduling options with Patient Online Services.
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.
Transforming colonoscopy scheduling with AI
Few people look forward to having a colonoscopy, and scheduling was a manual, time-intense process. Learn how a team used AI to streamline the process and reduce wait time.
Quick, easy online scheduling for COVID-19 test offers reassurance to traveling family
When Mark Veldhuizen started showing COVID-19 symptoms while traveling with his family, as someone with cancer, he knew he needed to be seen quickly. Through online scheduling, he got an appointment the next morning.