Monthly Archives: October 2010

POTS Syndrome

October 31st, 2010 - 7:00 am

Phil Fischer, M.D., discusses the latest research on Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS). Share/Bookmark

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Serrated Polyps

October 29th, 2010 - 5:51 pm

A polyp is a polyp is a polyp, right?  Well in this Medical Edge Radio episode, Mayo Clinic Dr. David Ahlquist says that’s not quite right. To listen, click the link below. Serrated Polyps Share/Bookmark

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Exercise Your Brain To Prevent Memory Loss

October 29th, 2010 - 7:00 am

A Mayo Clinic study found that engaging in cognitive activities like reading books, playing games or crafting in middle age or later life are associated with a decreased risk of mild cognitive impairment. Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) is a transitional … Continue reading →

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What is Lumbar Disk Disease

October 28th, 2010 - 6:51 pm

There are lots of ways to injure you back, and they can all be very painful.  In this Medical Edge Radio episode, Mayo Clinic Dr. William Krauss outlines lumbar disk disease. To listen, click the link below. What is Lumbar … Continue reading →

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Colon Cancer Treatment Study

October 27th, 2010 - 5:47 pm

In this Medical Edge Radio episode, Mayo Clinic Dr. Dan Sargent compares current and past results in treating colon cancer. To listen, click the link below. Colon Cancer Treatment Study Share/Bookmark

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Study finds Younger Men With Erectile Dysfunction at Higher Risk of Heart Disease

October 27th, 2010 - 7:00 am

Men who experience erectile dysfunction at a young age — from 40 to 49 — are two times more likely to develop heart disease compared to men without erectile dysfunction, according to a new Mayo Clinic study. Overall, researchers found … Continue reading →

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Protected: Medical Edge Previews – November 2010

October 26th, 2010 - 8:54 pm

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Caring for the Care Giver

October 25th, 2010 - 6:47 pm

They’re often overlooked after a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s Disease.  In this Medical Edge Radio episode, Mayo Clinic Dr. Richard Caselli discusses care givers. To listen, click the link below. Caring for the Caregiver Share/Bookmark

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Relief for Early Shoulder Arthritis

October 25th, 2010 - 7:00 am

A Mayo Clinic study presented at an annual meeting of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons in Las Vegas, concludes that those 50 and younger who experience chronic shoulder pain related to arthritic changes in the glenohumeral (shoulder) joint can benefit markedly … Continue reading →

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Squeaky Hip Implants

October 23rd, 2010 - 7:00 am

With the growing success of joint replacement surgeries, patients have become accustomed to certain indignities related to having a metal replacement part in a hip, knee or shoulder. For example, they tend to set off airport metal detectors and attract … Continue reading →

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