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10 Mayo Clinic research advances in 2024, spanning stem cell therapy in space to growing mini-organs
At Mayo Clinic, researchers published more than 10,000 scientific papers in 2024 that are driving medical discoveries, leading to new cures for the future.
Norovirus: What to know and how to avoid it
If you've been bit by a stomach bug lately, you're not alone. Noroviruses are usually more widespread in the fall and winter, but you can get sick from the virus any time of the year.
Advances in pancreatic cancer screening
Pancreatic cancer screening has advanced significantly in recent years. There are now research-based guidelines on screening for people at high risk of developing the disease, and researchers are collaborating to develop new screening approaches involving genetic testing and artificial intelligence.
What to do if you get a respiratory infection: A Mayo Clinic physician offers tips
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, respiratory infections such as colds, flu and RSV are rising across the U.S. When you get sick, it’s helpful to understand how to manage your symptoms effectively, especially if you’re at higher risk for complications.
Mayo Clinic Q and A: Tonsil cancer: What is it and how do you prevent it?
Tonsil cancer is a type of head and neck cancer. Cancers that arise in the tonsils or the back of the tongue are classified as oropharyngeal cancer, and most of these (approximately 70%) are caused by HPV. When someone is diagnosed with a type of head and neck cancer, testing is done to see if the cancer has spread into lymph nodes or other parts of the body. That helps determine treatment options.