Caffeine consumption: Some sources may surprise you
You probably know that tea and coffee contain caffeine, but did you know it also can be found in other drinks, food and some medications? When it comes to caffeine consumption, you're not alone if you depend on it to help you concentrate or be alert. Studies have shown that about 90% of U.S. adults consume a form of caffeine every day. How much caffeine is too much? Caffeine content in beverages widely varies. For… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
Source: News from Mayo Clinic - January 19, 2024 Category: Databases & Libraries Source Type: news
New Mayo Clinic stem cell research to take flight into space
A Mayo Clinic research experiment will be part of a payload that launches into space from NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, Florida, on Jan. 29, subject to weather conditions and other factors. The research team from the lab of Dr. Abba Zubair is preparing stem cells for the flight to test how the absence of gravity plays a role in bone loss. Dr. Abba Zubair "We've known for some time that astronauts lose… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
Source: News from Mayo Clinic - January 18, 2024 Category: Databases & Libraries Source Type: news
Mayo Clinic Minute: Penicillin allergy? Maybe not
Amoxicillin is a penicillin antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections. Penicillin belongs to a group of antibiotics used by healthcare professionals to combat a wide array of bacterial infections, including strep throat, ear infections and pneumonia. Penicillin, one of the most widely prescribed antibiotics, is also one of the most frequently reported medication allergies. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says 10% of people living in the U.S. report having a penicillin allergy. However, less than 1%… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
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What does it mean to have an enlarged prostate?
An enlarged prostate, known as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), is a common condition often associated with the natural aging process in men. Dr. Scott Cheney, a Mayo Clinic urologist, says it's a condition where the prostate enlarges over time and restricts the flow of urine. "I like to tell patients that the prostate is kind of like an orange with a straw going right through the middle of it. And as we age, the prostate… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
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Mayo Clinic Minute: Graves' disease - when the thyroid is overactive
Graves' disease is an autoimmune disorder that triggers the thyroid gland to produce more thyroid hormones than the body needs. It's the most common cause of hyperthyroidism, or an overactive thyroid. Dr. Marius Stan, a Mayo Clinic endocrinologist, has more on this thyroid disorder. Editor's note: January is National Thyroid Disease Awareness Month. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute https://youtu.be/mhYeuD_Z3Po Journalists: Broadcast-quality video pkg (1:05) is in the downloads at the end of this post. Please courtesy: "Mayo… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
Source: News from Mayo Clinic - January 17, 2024 Category: Databases & Libraries Source Type: news
Measles remains a menace
You don't hear much about the measles anymore, but health officials in Philadelphia are keeping an eye on an outbreak in that city. To date, there have been eight confirmed since the investigation began in December. Dr. Nipunie Rajapakse is a pediatric infectious diseases specialist at Mayo Clinic Children's Center. She says measles is a viral infection that used to be a fairly common childhood illness. "Since we've introduced very effective immunization. It's quite rare… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
Source: News from Mayo Clinic - January 16, 2024 Category: Databases & Libraries Source Type: news
Mayo Clinic Minute: Can cold weather cause a cold?
The bitter winter elements can be brutal on the body. But is there any truth that you can "catch a cold" if not properly dressed outside? Dr. Jesse Bracamonte, a Mayo Clinic family physician, explains why colds and other viruses are more common in the winter months. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute https://youtu.be/fPlSxodbea8 Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1:08) is in the downloads at the end of this post. Please courtesy: "Mayo Clinic News Network." Read the… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
Source: News from Mayo Clinic - January 16, 2024 Category: Databases & Libraries Source Type: news
Mayo Clinic Minute: Advancing pancreatic cancer treatment with total robotic Whipple surgery
New technologies are improving pancreatic cancer treatment, offering hope to patients facing one of the least survivable forms of cancer. The Whipple procedure, a complex surgery for localized pancreatic cancer, can now be done robotically. Dr. Zhi Ven Fong, a Mayo Clinic surgical oncologist, says innovations in technology allow surgeons to do this highly complex operation in a minimally invasive way. And that helps the patient. Dr. Fong explains what happens during a total robotic Whipple… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
Source: News from Mayo Clinic - January 15, 2024 Category: Databases & Libraries Source Type: news
Mayo Clinic engages Cerebras to deliver potent computing power, scale AI transformation
ROCHESTER, Minn. — Mayo Clinic, the world’s No. 1 hospital and a global leader in advancing trusted generative artificial intelligence (AI) healthcare applications, has announced a multi-year strategic collaboration with Cerebras Systems to develop multimodal large language models (LLMs) to improve patient outco mes and diagnoses. The collaboration combines Mayo Clinic ’s expansive repository of decades of deidentified clinical data with generative AI capabilities developed by Cerebras to train models to complement physicians’ expertise. The… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
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Mayo Clinic's inclusive onboarding sets new standard in lab accommodations
Conor Peck and Brigette Baig After Conor Peck cleared the initial interview panel for a clinical laboratory technologist role in the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, it didn't take long for him to catch Brigette Baig's attention. "He has a biochemistry degree, and we like chemistry people in our lab," says Baig, supervisor of the Metals Laboratory. "I called him to just give him an informal tour of the lab using… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
Source: News from Mayo Clinic - January 14, 2024 Category: Databases & Libraries Source Type: news
Research fuels advances in bile duct cancer care
Bile duct cancer, also known as cholangiocarcinoma, forms in the thin tubes that carry bile from your liver to your gallbladder and small intestine. Though relatively rare, cholangiocarcinoma is often diagnosed in later stages, making it more difficult to treat, and cases in the U.S. are increasing. In a review article published in Nature Reviews Clinical Oncology in 2023, lead author Sumera I. Ilyas, M.B.B.S., and co-authors share advances in diagnosing, staging and treating bile duct cancer. Dr.… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
Source: News from Mayo Clinic - January 13, 2024 Category: Databases & Libraries Source Type: news
Mayo Clinic expert discusses increasing levels of respiratory infections
The new year is bringing a significant rise in respiratory virus activity across the U.S. Many are experiencing coughs, fever and congestion — some of the telltale signs of COVID-19 and influenza. Dr. Nipunie Rajapakse, a Mayo Clinic pediatric infectious diseases expert, explains why this surge is happening, what still may be to come, and how to protect you and your family. "We have seen increasing rates of COVID-19 and influenza. Infl uenza season has not… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
Source: News from Mayo Clinic - January 12, 2024 Category: Databases & Libraries Source Type: news
UTI: This common infection can be serious
A urinary tract infection (UTI) is common, but it can be serious. "Simple urinary tract infections can be managed by your primary care provider, but when they become complex leading to other issues or problems, you should seek the care of a specialist," says Dr. Mitchell Humphreys, a urologist at Mayo Clinic. What is a UTI? The urinary system helps the body eliminate waste, excess water and salt. It encompasses the kidneys, ureters, bladder and… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
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Mayo Clinic Minute: Mixed reality provides precise path during shoulder surgery
Holograms and virtual reality (VR) headsets can be part of a great gaming experience. But did you know that the same technology can make for a better healthcare experience too? Dr. Joaquin Sanchez-Sotelo, a Mayo Clinic orthopedic surgeon, explains how, for the first time ever, mixed reality played a vital role in a recent shoulder surgery he performed. Shoulder arthroplasty, or shoulder replacement surgery, is a complex procedure where damaged bone is replaced by metal… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
Source: News from Mayo Clinic - January 12, 2024 Category: Databases & Libraries Source Type: news
Mayo Clinic Minute: Weight-loss medications alone are not a quick fix
One of the most common New Year's resolutions is to lose weight. Many may be wondering if weight-loss medications can help them reach their goal. Medications called semaglutides — better known by the brand names Ozempic and Wegovy — have been shown to help people lose about 15% of their body weight. But as Dr. Andres Acosta explains in this Mayo Clinic Minute, these medications alone are not a quick solution. Watch: The Mayo Clinic… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
Source: News from Mayo Clinic - January 11, 2024 Category: Databases & Libraries Source Type: news
