Deb Balzer (@DebBalzer)
Deb Balzer is a Senior Communications Specialist at Mayo Clinic. She began her career as a TV news producer in Rochester, NY, before joining CONUS Communications, a pioneering national news satellite organization. She also field produced for ABC, CNN, the Rachael Ray Show and Farmers’ Almanac TV. Joining Mayo Clinic in 2015, Deb writes, produces and collaborates on medical stories with Mayo Clinic’s leading experts, providing trusted health and medical information to help patients.
The number of visitors allowed for patients in inpatient facilities at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn. will change on Thursday, March 24. Safety measures such[...]
National guidelines recommend people of average risk of developing colorectal cancer begin screening at age 45. However, Dr. Lisa Boardman, a Mayo Clinic gastroenterologist, says[...]
Anxieties are heightened around the world as Russia continues its attacks on Ukraine. Those who continuously monitor the European situation, as well as the ongoing[...]
Uterine fibroids are noncancerous tumors that grow in the wall of the uterus. Up to 80% of those who are born with a uterus may[...]
The number of visitors allowed in inpatient facilities for patients in Rochester will change on Thursday, Feb. 24 The number of visitors per adult inpatient[...]
Each February, Black History Month is recognized to honor the many contributions of Black Americans and their role in U.S. history. Keeping with this year's theme of "Black[...]
It began as a week in February in 1926 and coincided with the birthdays of Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass. Today, the White House describes[...]
Each February, Black History Month is recognized to honor the many contributions of Black Americans and their role in U.S. history. Keeping with this year's theme of "Black[...]
Mayo Clinic to start administering COVID-19 vaccine boosters at the shortened interval to eligible patients on Tuesday, Feb. 15. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention[...]
If you are planning a winter vacation or getaway, knowing what to expect and what you will need to do prior to travel due to[...]
Each February, Black History Month is recognized to honor the many contributions of Black Americans and their role in U.S. history. Keeping with this year's theme[...]
Mayo Clinic in Rochester eased restrictions for hospitalized pediatric patients, effective Monday, Feb. 7. The number of visitors per pediatric inpatient ― those hospital patients[...]