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Polypill: Does it treat heart disease?
This combination pill contains small doses of several commonly prescribed heart disease medicines.
Plugged ears: What is the remedy?
Plugged ears are usually a mild, temporary problem. Learn about potential causes and treatments.
Phantosmia: What causes olfactory hallucinations?
Phantosmia is often due to a head injury or upper respiratory infection.
Ozone air purifiers: Can they improve asthma symptoms?
Ozone air purifiers don't reduce asthma symptoms. In fact, they can make asthma worse.
Ovarian cysts and infertility: A connection?
Certain types of ovarian cysts can contribute to fertility problems.
Outpatient joint replacement: Is it a safe option?
Joint replacement of the hip, knee and shoulder can be done safely as outpatient surgery. Most people can go home the same day as the procedure.
Opioids: Safe for older people with arthritis?
Opioids aren't the first choice for a chronic condition such as arthritis. And some of their side effects may be particularly concerning for older people.
Mononucleosis: Can it recur?
Mono can return in some rare cases. Learn why that happens.
Mammogram guidelines: What are they?
Latest Mayo Clinic mammogram guidelines for breast cancer screening.
Making progress towards your goals
Learn how to make progress toward your goals of learning new skills such as a new language or a musical instrument.
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