Cardiovascular - July 2014 Archives

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Imagine a future in which a new lung is grown for a patient in need, using the patient’s own cellular material, or a day when an injection of replacement cells will enable a patient to self-heal damage in the brain, nerves or other tissues. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CUZljTlvGCY   Regenerative medicine is no longer science fiction, and a substantial gift from Jorge and Leslie Bacardi of the Bahamas will significantly accelerate the research of Mayo Clinic’s Center for Regenerative Medicine on the Florida campus.

THIS WEEK'S TOP STORIES Cancer causes: Popular myths about the causes of cancer Myths about secret cancer causes may lead you to worry about your own health and the health of your family. Before you panic, take a look at the facts. Heart attack symptoms: Know what's a medical emergency Besides chest pain, do you know the signs of a heart attack? Watch for these symptoms. Carbohydrates: How carbs fit into a healthy diet Carbohydrates have numerous health benefits. In fact, your body needs them to function. But some carbs may be better for you than others. EXPERT ANSWERS Ginkgo biloba: Can it prevent memory loss? Ginkgo biloba is said to prevent memory loss, but study results suggest otherwise. Salt craving: A symptom of Addison's disease? Excessive salt craving may indicate an underlying medical condition, such as Addison's disease Late-day exercise: Can it cause insomnia? For some people, exercising within a few hours of bedtime may cause problems getting to sleep. Click here to get a free e-subscription to the Housecall newsletter.

Mayo Clinic also earned the No. 1 overall spot on the “Best Hospitals” list PHOENIX — Mayo Clinic Hospital in Phoenix is ranked No. 1 in Arizona and the Phoenix metro area in the 25th U.S. News & World Report annual America’s Best Hospital List released today. Hospitals included in the U.S. News Report such as the Mayo Clinic, are part of an elite group recognized for “breadth of excellence,” according to the magazine.  Mayo Clinic in Arizona ranked nationally in 10 specialties including cancer, cardiology and heart surgery, ear, nose & throat, gastroenterology & GI surgery, geriatrics, gynecology, nephrology, neurology and neurosurgery, orthopedics and urology. In addition, Mayo Clinic in Arizona is recognized as high performing in diabetes and endocrinology. http://youtu.be/wNPvlHYKtIM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bKMUC0yUudc   Hot dogs, hamburgers, chips and potato salad. Those are the fixings for a fantastic Fourth of July picnic. The problem is ...