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Regenerative biotherapeutics: Pivoting toward a new strategy for fighting disease By Share this: ROCHESTER, Minn. — Mayo Clinic has made significant strides biomanufacturing early-stage therapeutics. The focus is on new medicines derived from the human body, called biotherapeutics, which are shaping the future of medicine. “Our commitment to delivering new…

A new heart and a renewed zest for life By Share this: Whether it was working around the home or out hiking the trails, Steven Fietek says he has always been active. But when Steven turned 52, he started to notice shortness of breath. “Slowly but surely, I got to…

Mayo Clinic Minute: 3 things to know when using Narcan during an opioid overdose By Share this: The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Narcan, 4 milligram (mg) nasal spray for over-the-counter sale. Narcan is a nasal spray version of naloxone, a rescue medicine that can be administered in the…

Mayo Clinic Minute + Video: Is Himalayan sea salt a healthy alternative? By Share this: Consuming too much salt can lead to serious health conditions, including high blood pressure, heart disease and stroke. Many consumers are turning to Himalayan sea salt, which can now be found in almost any grocery…

Mayo Clinic Minute: Is your exercise program heart-healthy? By Share this: You’re getting to the gym regularly. Meeting your friends for a walk around the block. Maybe aerobics class is your go-to exercise. But is your exercise program the best for your heart health? Heart disease is the leading cause…

Match Day at Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine, Mayo Clinic School of Graduate Medical Education  By Share this: Fourth-year students at Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine in Arizona, Florida and Minnesota learned where they will continue their residency training on March 17. Also, Mayo Clinic School of Graduate Medical Education learned who…

Mayo Clinic Minute: Are you using a salt substitute? By Share this: Salt substitutes can be an effective way to help lower your blood pressure and fight heart disease. But experts warn that overuse of certain salt substitutes or alternatives can be dangerous for some people.  Dr. Regis Fernandes, a…

All-Star pitcher Liam Hendriks shares how he closed out cancer at Mayo Clinic in Arizona By Share this: Bigger than baseball That’s how some describe Liam Hendriks’ battle against cancer. At 33 years old, the All-Star Major League Baseball closing pitcher is a fan favorite and famous for throwing fastballs…

Mayo Clinic Minute: Keeping kids safe outside during summer play By Share this: Summer vacation for kids is well underway. Finding activities to keep the kids busy and destinations to visit can be on many parents’ list. There is one place Mayo Clinic’s Dr. Steven Maher hopes they don’t have…

Understanding effects of heat on mental health By Share this: Irritability is a common side effect of heat. A heat wave is affecting parts of the U.S., including much of the Southwest, through the Southeast and parts of Europe. When temperatures soar, the heat can take a toll more than…