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DEAR MAYO CLINIC: Is there any harm in trying CBD for anxiety? It seems to have helped my co-worker, but…
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DEAR MAYO CLINIC: Among the discomforts of having a colonoscopy, the worst for me is drinking the large amount of…
Vitamin E is an antioxidant essential for the nervous, cardiovascular, reproductive, musculoskeletal and other systems to work properly. It may…
If you find yourself feeling irritable or sluggish, your diet may need a tune-up. How you eat — and when…
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Although recommendations on when to begin screening for colorectal cancer vary, one thing is clear: Regular screening is the key…
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I’ve heard of people being a living kidney donor for someone they don’t know who’s in need…
Q: I have been coughing for almost six weeks for no obvious reason. I have never smoked and haven’t been…
When the teenage years arrive, they often come with those annoying, distinctive pimples on the face, and often on the…
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Maybe you love the process of scooping seeds out of a pumpkin and roasting them. But these days it’s easy…
Pediatric patients with type 2 diabetes have a new treatment option this year. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)…
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You’ve started a new plan to get to a healthier weight but at some point you find you’ve hit a…
High energy, lack of focus don’t necessarily mean child has ADHD DEAR MAYO CLINIC: As the mom of an elementary…
Chances are you’ve weighed a trip to the doctor based on how poorly you feel as well as how much…
Question: I have pain in both knees due to osteoarthritis. It’s not too bad, but I want to avoid surgery…
Your Child Should Visit the Dentist by Age 1 or Within Six Months After the First Appearance of a Tooth…
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Q: I am filling out a form that asks for my family medical history. My father died of what we…
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DEAR MAYO CLINIC: Are there ways to prevent colon cancer? What about early symptoms to watch for? I just turned…
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DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I thought I had an ulcer, but my doctor ruled that out and wants to run tests.…
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