All articles tagged with #mayo clinic
Originally Published 23 days ago — by MPR News
Mayo Clinic has closed six clinics in southeastern Minnesota, citing staffing and maintenance costs, shifting focus to centralized medical hubs and digital care, which has caused disappointment and concern among local communities about access to healthcare.
Originally Published 28 days ago — by ScienceDaily
Researchers at Mayo Clinic developed a new method using aptamers to label and potentially target senescent cells, which are linked to aging and diseases like cancer and Alzheimer's. This innovative approach, sparked by a student collaboration, could lead to better detection and treatment of age-related conditions in humans.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by ScienceDaily
Mayo Clinic researchers discovered that excessive alcohol consumption impairs the VCP enzyme's ability to regulate the HSD17β13 protein on liver lipid droplets, leading to fat accumulation and fatty liver disease, which can progress to more serious conditions like diabetes and liver cancer.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by The Times of India
A Mayo Clinic study reveals that in women under 65, heart attacks are often caused by factors other than clogged arteries, such as spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD) and stress-related triggers, highlighting the importance of accurate diagnosis for effective treatment.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by The Hollywood Reporter
Kate McKinnon revealed she has geographic tongue, a harmless condition where patches on the tongue shed in a pattern resembling a map, which can sometimes cause sensitivity or discomfort but is generally not serious.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by News4JAX
Jacksonville doctor Dr. Abba Zubair is leading research at Mayo Clinic that will be used by NASA during its upcoming space mission to study how microgravity affects bone-forming stem cells, aiming to develop treatments for bone loss conditions like osteoporosis and improve astronaut health during long spaceflights.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Star Tribune
Mayo Clinic is leading the healthcare industry in AI adoption, with nearly 100 AI algorithms in use and hundreds more in development, aiming to enhance diagnosis, research, and patient care through advanced technology and extensive data utilization.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Medical Xpress
Researchers at Mayo Clinic have conducted a promising Phase I clinical trial of a gene therapy for osteoarthritis, demonstrating safety, sustained expression of a therapeutic gene, and early signs of symptom relief, potentially revolutionizing treatment for this common and debilitating condition.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Bring Me The News
The 2025 U.S. News report ranks Minnesota's top hospitals, with Mayo Clinic in Rochester leading nationally and M Health Fairview University of Minnesota Medical Center in Minneapolis as the top regional hospital in the Twin Cities, highlighting the state's strong healthcare institutions.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Rude Baguette
Mayo Clinic has developed StateViewer, an AI-powered diagnostic tool that analyzes FDG-PET brain scans to identify nine types of dementia with 88% accuracy, significantly improving early diagnosis and treatment planning.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by SciTechDaily
Researchers at Mayo Clinic have developed an AI tool called StateViewer that accurately detects nine types of dementia from a single brain scan, improving speed and precision in diagnosis, which could lead to earlier and more effective treatments.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by MPR News
Doctors at Mayo Clinic are using improv theater techniques to enhance their communication, empathy, and adaptability skills, which are crucial for patient care and teamwork. These exercises help physicians connect better with patients and colleagues by practicing humor, curiosity, and body language awareness in a fun, engaging way.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by The Brighter Side of News
Mayo Clinic researchers have developed a highly accurate, simple blood test for Alzheimer's disease that could replace invasive and costly current diagnostic methods, potentially revolutionizing early detection and treatment.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post
The Mayo Clinic has outlined the number of push-ups individuals should aim for based on age and sex, suggesting that a 25-year-old male should do 28 push-ups and a female 20, with expectations decreasing as age increases. By age 65, both men and women should aim for 10 push-ups. However, fitness experts caution that these numbers may not apply universally, as individual fitness levels vary. Regular exercise and a healthy diet are essential for overall fitness and reducing health risks.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Daily Mail
The Mayo Clinic suggests pushup targets as a measure of fitness, with recommended counts decreasing with age. For example, 25-year-old men should aim for 28 pushups, while women should aim for 20. However, fitness experts argue these targets should be adjusted based on individual factors like lifestyle and training history. Regular exercise, including pushups, is linked to numerous health benefits, such as reduced risks of heart disease and dementia. The CDC recommends 150 minutes of moderate exercise weekly, including strength training.