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Ministroke vs. regular stroke: What's the difference?
The term "ministroke" typically refers to a transient ischemic attack.
Migraines and gastrointestinal problems: Is there a link?
Migraines can be associated with certain gastrointestinal problems. Learn more.
Mental illness in children: Know the signs
It can be hard to tell the difference between typical behavior and symptoms of mental illness in children. Find out what to look for and when to act.
Menstrual cycle: What's normal, what's not
Learn about how to track your menstrual cycles and what any changes may mean.
Memory loss: When to seek help
Memory loss may indicate normal aging, a treatable condition or the onset of dementia.
Medical credentials and degrees explained
Confused by the credentials for doctors, nurses and physician assistants? Get definitions of common credentials and learn why they matter.
Mayo Clinic Minute: Signs and symptoms of syphilis
Learn about the symptoms and stages of syphilis.
Mayo Clinic Minute: Meningitis 101 for college students
College life can increase the risk of bacterial meningitis, a potentially serious infection – but a vaccine can offer protection.
Mayo Clinic Minute: Fingernails are clues to your health
Learn six clues to identifying health conditions based on changes in your fingernails.
Mayo Clinic Minute What you need to know about stroke
Strokes happen when blood flow to the brain changes, so acting FAST is essential.
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