Joel Streed (@JoelStreed)
Joel is manager of the team that creates content for the Mayo Clinic News Network. He is a former broadcast journalist and news director. Joel has been with Mayo Clinic since 2001, first as a contract employee and then officially joining the staff in 2006. In 2012 Joel accompanied a research team to Mt. Everest and reported on their studies of high-altitude athletes.
Sally Blackwell was pregnant with her second child when she began noticing symptoms she initially brushed off as nothing. She was experiencing constipation. She wasn't gaining[...]
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When Jenna Rose started experiencing frequent fainting episodes and other unusual symptoms, she put high school on pause and came to Mayo Clinic seeking answers.[...]
Calcium is the most abundant mineral in the body. About 1% of the body's calcium is used for metabolic functions, such as vascular contraction and[...]
People often have questions about using essential oils before, during and after pregnancy. These natural oils are distilled from plants or other sources and retain[...]
March is National Kidney Month, which makes this a good time to learn more about the difference between two kidney disorders — kidney cysts and polycystic[...]
Heart health is an essential part of your overall health and well-being. Your primary care provider will monitor your blood pressure and lab work during[...]
Know your numbers: What is your heart rate? Your heart rate, or pulse, is the number of times your heart beats per minute. Your resting[...]
A recent report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention that looks at sexually transmitted infections (STIs) has some concerning news, especially when it comes to[...]
When Justin Pomeroy, 23, struggled after a weight training session, he wasn’t sure if he was simply fatigued or experiencing a medical crisis. While lifting[...]
When you think about exercise, sweating through a cycling class, adding up miles from a brisk walk or pumping iron in the weight room may[...]
From ice bucket challenges to polar plunges, people have embraced being doused with or dunked in icy water to raise money for their favorite causes.[...]