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Marfan syndrome

This inherited disorder affects the skeleton and the eyes. It can also harm the large…

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Marginal zone lymphoma

Find out more about the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of this type of non-Hodgkin lymphoma.

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Marijuana

Find out why cannabis, also called weed or marijuana, is used and the possible risks.

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Marijuana and depression: What's the link?

Marijuana and depression seem to go hand in hand for some people, but there's no…

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Masculinizing hormone therapy

Find out more about masculinizing hormonal treatment used to better align the body with a…

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Masculinizing surgery

Find out how masculinizing surgical procedures can help better align the body with a person's…

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Mastectomy

Learn about this operation to remove the breast tissue from one or both breasts. Find…

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Mastitis

Pain and swelling in the breast could be caused by this breast condition. Find out…

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Mayo Clinic Minute: 3 tips to reduce your risk of Alzheimer's disease

Exercise, mental stimulation and diet may be helpful in reducing Alzheimer's disease risk.

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Mayo Clinic Minute: Alzheimer's disease risk and lifestyle

Lifestyle factors such as exercise can affect your Alzheimer's disease risk.

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Mayo Clinic Minute: Are you keeping your child as safe as possible in the car?

Find out how long to use a rear-facing car seat and how it can protect…

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Mayo Clinic Minute: Arteriovenous malformation or AVM

Learn more about the symptoms of a brain arteriovenous malformation (AVM), and the treatments available…

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Mayo Clinic Minute: Avoiding summer E. coli infection

Learn how to avoid an E. coli infection.

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Mayo Clinic Minute: Can you slow down age-related hearing loss?

Learn about how to slow down hearing loss.

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Mayo Clinic Minute: Demystifying epilepsy

Epilepsy is a fairly common condition, but seizures can usually be controlled with medications.

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Mayo Clinic Minute: Easing the itch of mosquito bites

Mosquito bites are a common summer nuisance. Learn the best way to stop yourself from…

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Mayo Clinic Minute: Fingernails are clues to your health

Learn six clues to identifying health conditions based on changes in your fingernails.

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Mayo Clinic Minute: Health Precautions You Need to Know About Pedicures

Learn about what to look for in a spa or salon to avoid a pedicure…

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Mayo Clinic Minute: Hearing aids not 'one-size-fits-all'

Learn about hearing aid options and find out how to choose a hearing aid that…

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Mayo Clinic Minute: How dirty are common surfaces?

Learn about how dirty common surfaces are.

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Mayo Clinic Minute: How to hit your target heart rate

Learn how to exercise at your target heart rate.

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Mayo Clinic Minute: How to treat poison ivy rash

Learn tips to ease the intense itching of poison ivy rash, including calamine lotion, oatmeal…

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Mayo Clinic Minute: Is tinnitus causing that ringing in your ear?

Learn about a condition that causes ringing in your ear.

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Mayo Clinic Minute: Meditation is good medicine

Learn about meditation, a simple practice that can help manage stress.

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Mayo Clinic Minute: Meningitis 101 for college students

College life can increase the risk of bacterial meningitis, a potentially serious infection – but…

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Mayo Clinic Minute: Moisturizer tips from a dermatologist

Moisturizer tips from a dermatologist can help take the confusion out choosing a product that's…

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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…

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Mayo Clinic Minute: New technology for cochlear implants

Learn about new technology being used for cochlear implants.

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Mayo Clinic Minute: Prevent migraines with magnetic stimulation

Find out how this device uses magnetic stimulation to help treat and prevent debilitating migraine…

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Mayo Clinic Minute: Rattlesnakes, scorpions and other desert dangers

Scorpions are common desert companions. For those living in or visiting the Southwest, be aware…

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