Neurosciences - August 2019 Archives

THIS WEEK'S TOP TOPICSPet therapy: Animals as healersIs medicine going to the dogs? Yes, but in a good way. Pet therapy is gaining fans in ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: What is the difference between occasionally worrying that something is wrong with me and somatic symptom disorder? How can I stop worrying ...

College living puts students in close quarters and increases their risk for contagious illnesses like bacterial meningitis. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute https://youtu.be/eazIkM8fqRQ Journalists: Broadcast-quality video pkg (1:00) ...

Stroke is the leading cause of permanent disability in the U.S., striking nearly 800,000 people each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In ...

Does sunscreen expire?Is that leftover sunscreen from last summer still OK to use? Maybe. Sunscreens are required by the Food and Drug Administration to remain ...

Poor sleep quality is a factor in the increasing rate of childhood obesity in the U.S. So what is the correct sleep duration for kids and ...

THIS WEEK'S TOP TOPICSHeart-healthy diet: 8 steps to prevent heart diseaseA diet that's high in fat, salt, sugar and cholesterol can contribute to the development ...

Staying mentally active, even later in life, may decrease your risk of mild cognitive impairment or dementia. That's according to a new Mayo Clinic study published ...