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Publisher: Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research MayoClinic.com 
 Well-written and easy-to-understand information on health and medical topics. The heart of the site is Diseases & Conditions A-Z with articles covering hundreds of conditions that discuss some of all of the following: signs and symptoms, causes, risk factors, when to seek medical advice, screening and diagnosis, complications, treatments, prevention, self-care, coping strategies, and complementary and alternative medicine. Additionally there's a large section of Answers from Mayo Specialists , tools for improving your health, in-depth information on major conditions in the Condition Centers , Drug Information from the United States Pharmacopeia (USP), and a First-Aid & Self-Care Guide . http://www.mayoclinic.com/index.cfm? Topics: Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Jan 17, 2003 Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Basic information on carpal tunnel syndrome. Sections cover symptoms, risks, screening and diagnosis, treatment, prevention, self-care, coping, and alternative medicine. Includes related articles. From the Mayo Clinic. http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/carpal-tunnel-syndrome/DS00326 Topics: Computers, Diseases & Conditions, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Nov 2, 2005 Alzheimer's: Planning for the Holidays
Provides caregivers of people with Alzheimer's disease with ideas for coping during the holiday season, a time that "may bring mixed feelings and questions about your loved one's needs, his or her capacity to be involved in holiday festivities, and your expectations for yourself." Topics include planning celebrations, managing expectations, home preparation, and involving loved ones in the holiday plans. From the Mayo Clinic. http://www.mayoclinic.com/invoke.cfm?objectid=CF51EDFA-83FE-4292-A2D90C07588B6F90&locID= Topics: Holidays & Observances, Long-term Care, Mental Conditions, Senior Health Last updated Nov 2, 2005 Caffeine Content of Common Beverages
Quick reference to caffeine content of selected beverages, including coffee, tea, soft drinks, and energy drinks. Provides a brief introduction to caffeine, "a substance that exists naturally in certain plants. ... It can also be produced synthetically and added to foods and beverages." From the Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research. http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/caffeine/AN01211 Topics: Beverages, Drugs & Medications by Type Last updated Sep 25, 2006 Are You Wearing Your Bicycle Helmet Correctly?
This brief article features photos and instructions for correct positioning of a bicycle helmet, covering the common mistakes of tilting the helmet backwards or forwards. From the Mayo Clinic. http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/bicycle-helmet/HQ00324 Topics: Outdoor Recreation, Sports, Transportation Last updated May 6, 2006 MayoClinic.com: Toxic Shock Syndrome
Fact sheet on this "rare, life-threatening bacterial infection that has been most often associated with the use of superabsorbent tampons and occasionally with the use of contraceptive sponges." Topics include symptoms, causes, treatment, and prevention. From the Mayo Clinic. http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/toxic-shock-syndrome/DS00221 Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Women's Health Last updated Nov 2, 2005 Cholesterol Center
Information about high blood cholesterol and health risks, and treatments and lifestyle choices to lower cholesterol. Features a discussion of medications (such as statins, fibrates, and niacin), maintaining a healthy weight, and exercising. Includes a video clip. From the Mayo Clinic. http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/cholesterol/CL99999 Topics: Diseases & Conditions, The Human Body Last updated Nov 2, 2005 Herbal Supplements: What to Know Before You Buy
"Herbal products have active ingredients that can affect how your body functions, in the same way that over-the-counter (OTC) and prescription drugs can." This site helps you "determine whether they're for you, and educate yourself about any products you intend to use." Also includes links to information about herbal supplements and drug interactions, herbal supplement labeling and regulation, and herbal supplements and surgery. From the Mayo Clinic. http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/herbal-supplements/SA00044 Topics: Drugs, Drugs & Medications by Type, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Jul 13, 2007 Mayo Clinic Healthy Weight Pyramid Tool
Type in your age, weight, height, and sex and the tool will provide you a printable pyramid plan that will include a daily calorie goal for weight loss (or maintenance) and food serving recommendations. Also provides tips on how to get started using your pyramid. Includes links to several other useful Mayo Clinic weight loss-related pages. http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/weight-loss/NU00595 Topics: Health, Health, Nutrition & Food Safety Last updated Mar 19, 2009 First-Aid Guide
Basic first aid information for situations such as bites, burns, chest pain, choking, heat stroke, hypothermia, poisoning, shock, and other medical emergencies. From the Mayo Clinic. http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/FirstAidIndex/FirstAidIndex Topics: Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Dec 6, 2005 Erectile Dysfunction
"The term erectile dysfunction covers a range of disorders, including curvature of the penis during erection (Peyronie's disease), prolonged painful erection not associated with sexual desire (priapism) and premature ejaculation. But usually it refers to the inability to obtain an adequate erection for satisfactory sexual activity." This site features information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment, coping skills, and more. From the Mayo Clinic. http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/erectile-dysfunction/DS00162 Topics: Health, Health, People, People Last updated Nov 19, 2005 Ready To Start a Fitness Program? Take These 5 Steps
This starting point for planning an exercise program contains resources for assessing your fitness level, designing a fitness program, getting exercise equipment, starting the program, and monitoring progress. Includes links to articles about weight training, stretching, aquatic exercise, aerobic exercise, and other fitness topics. From the MayoClinic.com, the website of the Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research. http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/fitness/HQ00171 Topics: Health, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Dec 20, 2005 See How: Stretching and Strength-Training
Slide shows and video clips demonstrating stretching and strengthening exercises, such as balance exercises, core exercises with a fitness ball, abdominal crunches, bench press, and leg press. The slide shows present complete routines, and the videos demonstrate specific exercises. Also includes discussions by fitness experts on topics such as appropriate numbers of sets, resting, and comparison of free weights and machine weights. From the Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research. http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/fitness/SM00103 Topics: Health, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Mar 7, 2006 Infectious Disease: Mumps
Fact sheet about mumps, "a viral infection that primarily affects the parotid glands -- one of three pairs of salivary glands, located below and in front of your ears." Discusses signs and symptoms, causes, complications, treatment, the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, and related topics. From the Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research (MFMER). http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/mumps/DS00125 Topics: Infectious Diseases Last updated Apr 18, 2006 Acne Products: Find a Solution for Your Acne Flare-ups
This article describes common active ingredients (benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, sulfur and resorcinol, and alcohol and acetone) in over-the-counter acne medications and how they work. Provides precautions and proper use instructions and lists of brand names that include each of these ingredients. Includes links to related articles. From the Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research. http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/acne-products/SN00039 Topics: Diseases & Conditions Last updated Aug 15, 2007 Women's Health: Menopause
Material about menopause, "the permanent end of menstruation and fertility, [which] is a natural biological process, not a medical illness." Covers signs and symptoms, causes, risk factors, when to seek medical advice, screening and diagnosis, complications, treatment, self-care, and complementary and alternative medicine. From the Mayo Clinic. http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/menopause/DS00119 Topics: Women's Health Last updated Aug 29, 2007 Summer Exercise: How to Keep Cool in Hot Weather
This article discusses how "if you exercise outdoors in the heat, [you should] use caution and common sense to prevent heat-related illnesses." Topics include how hot weather affects your body, precautions for keeping cool, and physical symptoms of potential heat-related illnesses. Also includes links to material about how much water should you drink every day, and first aid for heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heatstroke. From the Mayo Clinic. http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/exercise/HQ00316 Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Health, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Oct 10, 2007 Walking for Fitness? Make it Count with a Pedometer
Suggestions for using a pedometer to count steps taken during fitness walking and walking for everyday activities. "Counting your steps with a pedometer can motivate you to keep walking." Provides recommendations for choosing a pedometer, and for setting and reaching walking goals. Also includes links to related articles about walking for fitness. From the Mayo Clinic. http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/walking/SM00056_D Topics: Health, Medical Treatments & Devices, Outdoor Recreation Last updated Jan 2, 2008 Traveling for Business? Work in a Workout
This article provides tips for getting exercise while traveling. It suggests checking out exercise options ahead of time at and nearby your hotel, packing fitness equipment, and getting some walking in while waiting for your flight or train. Includes ideas for facilities with limited exercise options, such as bringing an exercise video or using a resistance band. From the Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research. http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/exercise/HQ01556_D Topics: Health, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Dec 20, 2007 Hair Loss
Information about permanent and temporary excessive hair loss. Topics include signs and symptoms, causes of types of baldness (such as pattern baldness, scarring, the autoimmune disease alopecia areata, poor nutrition, and medical treatments), when to seek medical advice, diagnosis, treatment (such as medication, surgery, and wigs and hairpieces), prevention, and coping skills. From the Mayo Clinic. http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/hair-loss/DS00278 Topics: Diseases & Conditions, The Human Body Last updated Aug 19, 2008 Torn Meniscus
Description of tears to the "[t]wo C-shaped pieces of cartilage known as the menisci (plural of meniscus) [which] curve around the inside and outside of the knee to stabilize and cushion the joint." Covers symptoms, causes, treatment, when to seek medical advice, and related topics. From MayoClinic.com, the website of the Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research. http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/torn-meniscus/DS00932 Topics: Diseases & Conditions Last updated Aug 20, 2008 Fitness for Less: 4 Low-cost Ways to Shape Up
This article offers several tips for budget-conscious exercise, falling under general suggestions of taking advantage of everyday opportunities for exercise, considering modest investments in equipment, improvising with exercise equipment made from household items, and being a savvy shopper. From the Mayo Clinic. http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/fitness/HQ00694_D Topics: Health, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Dec 16, 2008 Grapefruit Juice: Can It Cause Drug Interactions?
This article discusses the process whereby "chemicals in grapefruit juice and grapefruit pulp [and possibly pomelos and Seville oranges] interfere with the enzymes that break down (metabolize) various drugs in the digestive system -- including certain calcium channel blockers and cholesterol-lowering drugs." Includes a chart showing specific drugs known to have potentially serious interactions with grapefruit products. From the Mayo Clinic. http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/food-and-nutrition/AN00413 Topics: Drugs, Recipes & Food Preparation Last updated May 19, 2009 Salmonella Infection
Background about "Salmonella infection (salmonellosis) ... a common bacterial infection of the intestinal tract. Salmonella typically live in the intestines of animals and humans and are shed through feces, where the bacteria remain highly contagious. Humans become infected most frequently through contaminated food sources, such as poultry, meat and eggs." Covers symptoms, causes, risk factors, diagnosis, complications, treatments, prevention, and when to seek medical advice. From the Mayo Clinic. http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/salmonella/DS00926 Topics: Diseases & Conditions Last updated Jan 19, 2009 Narcissistic Personality Disorder
Background about narcissistic personality disorder, "a mental disorder in which people have an inflated sense of their own importance and a deep need for admiration." Topics include definition, symptoms, causes, risk factors, when to seek medical advice, complications, treatment, and lifestyle and home remedies. From the Mayo Clinic. http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/narcissistic-personality-disorder/DS00652 Topics: Mental Conditions Last updated Mar 23, 2009 |
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