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Mayo Clinic Health System celebrates grand opening of Mankato hospital expansion and modernization

MANKATO, Minn. ― After two years of construction, Mayo Clinic Health System in Mankato celebrated the grand opening of its $155 million hospital expansion on May 14. "The expanded and modernized Mankato bed tower is not only adding needed capacity to our Mayo Clinic Health System in Mankato but, importantly, it is also adding new capabilities," says Gianrico Farrugia, M.D., president and CEO, Mayo Clinic. "With these state-of-the-art, flexible care spaces, combined with digitally integrated…

Mayo Clinic Minute: Who should be screened for skin cancer?

Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the U.S. Each year, more than 6 million adults are treated for skin cancer, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Dr. Collin Costello, a Mayo Clinic dermatologist, says anyone can get skin cancer, but some people are at higher risk. So how often should you be screened? Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute https://youtu.be/On2CTz7Y7Go Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1:05) is in the downloads at the end…

Mayo Clinic biostatisticians power every step of medical research

Biostatisticians bring a unique perspective and skill set to every step of medical research. Last year, at Mayo Clinic they supported about 5,000 studies spanning discovery science, clinical trials, translational science and population health.

Mayo Clinic to host 13th Annual Individualizing Medicine Conference

Mayo Clinic's Center for Individualized Medicine is set to host its 13th Annual Individualizing Medicine Conference on Sept. 11-12 in Rochester, Minnesota. Under this year's theme, "From Innovation to Integration," the conference will explore the role of "omics" technologies — and their molecular-level analysis — in transforming healthcare. A key focus of the conference will be the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and medicine, seeking to provide insights into its impact while addressing associated challenges…

Fighting lymphoma: Treatment options include alternatives to chemotherapy, expert explains

Editor's Note: May 28 is World Blood Cancer Day ROCHESTER, Minn. — Chemotherapy is usually the first treatment doctors try to treat lymphoma, including the two most common forms: non-Hodgkin and Hodgkin. But alternatives to chemotherapy are developing, as first-line treatments and as backup options, explains Stephen Ansell, M.D., Ph.D., hematology chair and hematologic oncologist at the Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center. Lymphoma is a blood cancer that begins when a germ-fighting white blood cell,…

Mayo Clinic Minute: Tips to prevent injuries while biking

Editor's note: May is both Traumatic Awareness Month and Biking Month Bicycling is a great way to stay active and enjoy the outdoors. Whether you're a recreational rider or a daily commuter, it's important to protect your hands and wrists. Dr. Sanj Kakar, a Mayo Clinic orthopedic surgeon specializing in hands and wrists, shares practical tips to prevent injuries while biking. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute https://youtu.be/go406Yh44do Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1:08) is in the downloads at the end of…

Mayo Clinic Minute: Perimenopause and menopause

Menopause marks a significant transition for women, yet understanding its precursor, perimenopause, and its symptoms can be complex. Dr. Stephanie Faubion, director of Mayo Clinic's Center for Women's Health and medical director of The Menopause Society, says experiencing perimenopause and menopause can be confusing for some. She says it is not only patients who may find it confusing, but medical providers as well, due to lack of training in menopause management. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute https://youtu.be/wsbxMm1aDM0 Journalists: Broadcast-quality video pkg (1:10)…

Students' passion projects address big issues in healthcare

Students from across Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science devote their spare hours to solving big biomedical problems.

Timesaving tips for cooking healthy meals

Living a busy, fast-paced life can make it hard to find the motivation to cook a healthy meal at home. However, learning some shortcuts in the kitchen can keep your healthy eating goals on track and help you avoid grazing on unhealthy snacks, grabbing the first thing you see in the fridge or going out for fast food. Why cook at home? Research shows that maintaining a healthy weight is challenging when you eat out too frequently. Restaurant portions often are super-sized…

Recovering from a stroke

Editors Note: May is National Stroke Awareness Month. Stroke is one of the leading causes of death in the U.S. and a major cause of serious disability for adults. More than 795,000 people in the U.S. have a stroke each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Stroke risk increases with age, especially after 55, but strokes can occur at any age. A stroke occurs when the blood supply to part of your brain is interrupted…

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