Health & Wellness - August 2020 Archives

I've heard that infant swimming in chlorinated, indoor pools might cause childhood asthma. Is it safe for my 5-month-old to swim indoors? _______________________________ Answer: Some research suggests ...

Swimmer's itch is an itchy rash that can occur after you go swimming or wading outdoors. Also known as cercarial dermatitis, swimmer's itch is most ...

The emotional and psychological impacts of the pandemic can lead to feelings of hopelessness and thoughts about suicide. Learn the signs and what to do. ________________________________________ During ...

Other than being trendy, the avocado gets an 'A' for nutritional benefits. "An avocado is technically a fruit, and it's a nutritious fruit," says Katherine ...

When people seek emergency care for shortness of breath, it can be challenging to determine the cause. A new Mayo Clinic study found that using ...

Dear Mayo Clinic: About a month ago, I began experiencing pain in my elbow. I experience this almost constantly, but it is worst whenever I try ...

Mayo Clinic research is reaching to the cosmos for answers on how to overcome hurdles in engineering human stem cells. Mesenchymal stem cells are adult stem ...

Do you think drinking that glass of wine or beer while you're on an antidepressant is no big deal? It can actually make you more ...

Can face masks help slow the spread of the coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) that causes COVID-19? Yes, face masks combined with other preventive measures, such as frequent hand-washing ...

The start of a new school year is always a time that’s filled with excitement and anxiety. This year, COVID-19 is making back to school ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I am interested in limiting my intake of meat, but admittedly, I love burgers. Are there any really good plant-based options? ANSWER: Plant-based burgers have ...

Menopausal symptoms can be annoying, but did you ever think they could be life-threatening? In this Mayo Clinic Radio Health Minute, Dr. Stephanie Faubion tells ...