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Why Thanksgiving is the perfect time to share family health history 

As you gather around the table this Thanksgiving to share meals, stories and traditions, consider taking a moment to talk about something that could save[...]

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Mayo Clinic Minute: You’re washing your hands all wrong
Deb Balzer
January 24, 2018
Research
Science Saturday: Will a machine pick your next medication?
Mayo Clinic Staff
January 20, 2018
Cancer
Cancer blood test is an important step forward
Deb Balzer
January 19, 2018
Cancer
Patients with blood cancer precursor at risk of developing cancer even after 30 years
Joe Dangor
January 17, 2018
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In the Loop: Bill Nye Saves the World — With Help From Dr. Kristin Swanson
Dana Sparks
January 16, 2018
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Infectious Diseases A-Z: New shingles vaccine for everyone over age 50
Deb Balzer
January 15, 2018
Biotherapeutics
Science Saturday: Regenerative medicine at Mayo ramps up
Mayo Clinic Staff
January 13, 2018
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Most patients with unknown spinal cord disease later given specific diagnosis, study shows
Susan Barber Lindquist
January 9, 2018

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