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Orthostatic hypotension (postural hypotension)
This form of low blood pressure might cause dizziness, lightheadedness or fainting when rising from sitting or lying down.
Sick sinus syndrome
This heart rhythm disorder causes slow, paused or irregular heartbeats. Learn the symptoms and how it's treated.
Statins: Are these cholesterol-lowering drugs right for you?
Learn more about the risks and benefits of taking cholesterol-lowering medicines before deciding if they're right for you.
Cancer treatment myths: Any truth to these common beliefs?
Can a positive attitude cure cancer? Find out the truth behind this and other common cancer treatment myths.
Mayo Clinic Minute: New definition of Alzheimer's changes
Researchers are changing the way they define Alzheimer's disease and opening the door for better research — and hopefully, better treatments.
Alzheimer's prevention: Does it exist?
Alzheimer's prevention: Strategies for staying physically and mentally fit may be most effective.
Alzheimer's and dementia: What's the difference?
The terms 'Alzheimer's disease' and 'dementia' are often used to mean the same thing — but here's the real difference between them.
Diagnosing Alzheimer's: How Alzheimer's is diagnosed
Even though there isn't a cure, early diagnosis of Alzheimer's dementia is important.
Stem cells: What they are and what they do
Get answers about where stem cells come from, why they're important for understanding and treating disease, and how they are used.
Video: Carpal tunnel symptoms — nonsurgical treatment
Nonsurgical treatments can help improve carpal tunnel syndrome, a Mayo Clinic surgeon explains.
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