March 20, 2020
Nurses screening patients for coronavirus step outside to a rainbow, ‘a sign of hope’
USA Todayby Adrianna Rodriguez “A sign of hope.” That’s how the Mayo Clinic in Arizona interpreted a rainbow that appeared over health professionals who were screening patients for COVID-19. A photo of the natural phenomenon went viral after the Mayo Clinic posted it on their Facebook page garnering more 2,700 likes and 300 shares as […]
Tags: Alex Kruysman, coronavirus, COVID-19, Mayo Clinic nursing, USA Today
November 7, 2019
How daylight saving time affects your sleep and overall health
USA Todayby Ashley May Daylight saving time ends and clocks will “fall back” an hour this weekend, giving Americans the feeling of an extra hour in the morning, which could negatively affect their health. “Ever since the institution of daylight saving time, there has been controversy regarding whether it accomplishes its goals or not, and […]
Tags: Dr. Timothy Morgenthaler, Mayo Clinic Center for Sleep Medicine, USA Today
March 8, 2019
Daylight saving time starts this weekend: Who observes it, will it affect health?
USA Today By Scott Craven, Ashley May, and Doyle Rice On Sunday, the vast majority of Americans will lose an hour of sleep as clocks are set ahead for daylight saving time… Gaining or losing an hour probably will affect sleep patterns, often for about five to seven days, said Timothy Morgenthaler, Mayo Clinic’s co-director […]
Tags: Dr. Timothy Morgenthaler, sleep, USA Today
February 1, 2019
What should you eat the day after the Super Bowl? An omelet and soup, nutrition experts say
USA Today by Ashley May Monday after game day isn’t the day to skip breakfast. Go for something hearty: Eggs, which contain vitamin D, are a good source of protein. A whole grain carbohydrate like a whole grain bread or muffin, healthy source of fat like avocado or nuts, vegetables (maybe in an omelet) and […]
Tags: Dr. Donald Hensrud, Mayo Clinic Diet, Mayo Clinic Healthy Living Program, USA Today
November 28, 2018
Parents benefit from napping, too. Here’s the best way to get your 40 winks
USA Today by Lois Krahn, M.D. Napping is not just for babies. Healthy adults can benefit from a quick 40 winks, too. Like our younger counterparts (aka our kids), adults see benefits such as increased alertness, improved mood, reduced fatigue, better performance and greater relaxation. But there are some things to consider to get the […]
Tags: Dr. Losi Krahn, napping, USA Today
November 22, 2017
Don’t let shingles get you the way it got me
USA Today by Bruce Horovitz For most people, the first stage of shingles begins as a slightly painful rash with tiny, clear blisters around the chest or belly. This is when early detection and quick action — seeing a doctor and getting on antiviral drugs and oral corticosteroids — may save days of pain and […]
Tags: Dr. Priya Sampathkumar, Infectious Diseases, shingles, USA Today
November 3, 2017
Mayo Clinic in the News Weekly Highlights
Mayo Clinic in the News is a weekly highlights summary of major media coverage. If you would like to be added to the weekly distribution list, send a note to Emily Blahnik with this subject line: SUBSCRIBE to Mayo Clinic in the News. Editor, Karl Oestreich; Assistant Editor: Emily Blahnik CNN Emergency declaration is key to curbing opioid epidemic, experts say by […]
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October 28, 2017
Mayo Clinic in the News Weekly Highlights
Mayo Clinic in the News is a weekly highlights summary of major media coverage. If you would like to be added to the weekly distribution list, send a note to Emily Blahnik with this subject line: SUBSCRIBE to Mayo Clinic in the News. Editor, Karl Oestreich; Assistant Editor: Emily Blahnik Reuters Heart health disparities take toll on African-Americans by Will Boggs Dr. […]
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October 13, 2017
Mayo Clinic in the News Weekly Highlights
Mayo Clinic in the News is a weekly highlights summary of major media coverage. If you would like to be added to the weekly distribution list, send a note to Emily Blahnik with this subject line: SUBSCRIBE to Mayo Clinic in the News. Editor, Karl Oestreich; Assistant Editor: Emily Blahnik New York Times Why Are More American Teenagers Than Ever Suffering From […]
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