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DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My doctor is recommending a trial of a gluten-free diet to see if my digestive symptoms improve.…
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DEAR MAYO CLINIC: Our newborn daughter is often inconsolable and sometimes cries for six hours a day. Is there anything…
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I am a 47-year-old man, in good health and not overweight, but I was just diagnosed with…
Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul knew that he was at risk of developing prostate cancer. His family history seemed inescapable.…
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DEAR MAYO CLINIC: Why does my doctor want to know what supplements I’m taking, even if I don’t have any…
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: For the past few weeks, I have had a hoarse voice, even though I don’t have a…
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Chicago Health turned 10 this year, and while other major events took a priority over our planned celebration, we’re proud…
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The old axiom “you are what you eat” holds true. What we eat can play a huge role in the…
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DEAR MAYO CLINIC: Are thyroid nodules common? What causes them to develop, and should I be concerned if I have…
You undoubtedly know the familiar aroma and flavor of cinnamon. This popular spice is used in cuisines around the world…
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One of the most viral conspiracy news stories in 2019 accused a coordinated group of physicians, federal organizations, and pharmaceutical…
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