Pneumonia is an infection that inflames the air sacs in one or both lungs, and can range in seriousness from mild to life-threatening. Pneumonia can[...]
Many people turn to the web when symptoms arise or they want more information on health-related issues. Mayoclinic.org continues to be among the most trusted[...]
Croup is a viral illness that the whole family can get, but it typically occurs in younger children. In this Mayo Clinic Minute, Dr. Robert[...]
Eating a healthy diet is not only good for the body, but also the mind. In this Mayo Clinic Minute, Angie Murad, a dietitian with[...]
Potatoes often get a bad rap for being unhealthy. But if prepared in the right way, these root vegetables can be a great source of[...]
Mayo Clinic orthopedic surgeons, such as Dr. Sanj Kakar, are now using a new state-of-the-art camera system to perform hand and wrist surgeries. Watch: The[...]
Bats play an important role in many ecosystems around the world. They are a major predator of night-flying insects, including pests that cost farmers billions[...]
Rabies is a deadly virus spread to people from the saliva of infected animals, usually through a bite. In the U.S., rabies is mostly found[...]
The first successful surgical procedure using ether anesthesia was performed on Oct. 16, 1846. It's considered to be one of the most significant events in[...]
With more senior drivers on the roads than ever before, Dr. Ericka Tung, a Mayo Clinic internist and geriatrician, discusses the importance of keeping older[...]
Each year, an estimated 268,000 new cases of invasive breast cancer will be diagnosed among U.S. women, according to the American Cancer Society. Mayo Clinic[...]
Having excess belly fat could put postmenopausal women at risk of serious health conditions. Dr. Ekta Kapoor with Mayo Clinic's Center for Women's Health explains[...]