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Colon cancer is the No. 3 cancer diagnosed in the U.S. Polyps are a key culprit, but often don't cause symptoms. In this Q&A, learn 6 things you should know about polyps.

Taking collagen, turmeric and melatonin is popular now, but that doesn’t mean they're right for you. Ask yourself these 3 questions before you take a supplement.

ADHD affects roughly 5.7 million children ages 6–17 and may lead to struggles with anxiety or depression and behavior problems. Learn the different types of ADHD and when to consider evaluation.

Experiencing throbbing pain down the front of your lower legs when you work out? You may have shin splints. Learn how to speed your recovery.

Noise over 140 decibels can permanently damage hearing, and almost all firearms are in that range or higher, putting hunters at risk for hearing loss. Learn how protective devices can reduce that risk...

COVID-19 is a respiratory disease, but it can place additional stress on your heart. Learn about the effects on cardiovascular disease, and get prevention tips.

When 62-year-old Mankato resident Dale Hachfeld’s coworkers first heard him slurring his words, they thought he was trying to be funny. But when his left side gave way and he started to fall over, his...

When it comes to treating a stroke, it's all about time. Joe Burns has survived two strokes, thanks in part to the quick action of his wife, Pat, and caregivers at Mayo Clinic Health System.

When people develop breast cancer, which poses a 12% lifetime risk for all women, it's a scary time. But it can be even more distressing for women who have the BRCA 1 mutation.

Dan Rinehart of Le Center, Minn., had been overweight his whole life. And it was making him sick and tired.