Osteopathic medicine: What kind of doctor is a D.O.? - Mayo Clinic
Nov 29, 2022 · A doctor of osteopathic medicine, also known as a D.O., is a fully trained and licensed doctor. A doctor of osteopathic medicine graduates from a U.S. osteopathic medical …
How well do face masks protect against COVID-19? - Mayo Clinic
Nov 4, 2023 · Experts do not recommend using face shields instead of masks. It's not clear how much protection shields provide. But wearing a face mask may not be possible in every …
Triglycerides: Why do they matter? - Mayo Clinic
High triglycerides are often a sign of other conditions that increase the risk of heart disease and stroke, including obesity and metabolic syndrome — a cluster of conditions that includes too …
Penis-enlargement products: Do they work? - Mayo Clinic
Apr 17, 2025 · Ads for penis-enlargement products and procedures are everywhere. Many pumps, pills, weights, exercises and surgeries claim to increase the length and width of your …
Stem cells: What they are and what they do - Mayo Clinic
Mar 23, 2024 · Stem cells are a special type of cells that have two important properties. They are able to make more cells like themselves. That is, they self-renew. And they can become other …
Testosterone therapy: Potential benefits and risks as you age
Jan 19, 2024 · As you age, testosterone therapy might sound promising. But there are a lot of misconceptions about what the treatment can and can't do for you. Testosterone therapy …
Statin side effects: Weigh the benefits and risks - Mayo Clinic
Mar 11, 2025 · Statins lower cholesterol and protect against heart attack and stroke. But they may lead to side effects in some people. Healthcare professionals often prescribe statins for people …
7 fingernail problems not to ignore - Mayo Clinic
Jun 30, 2023 · Did you know that your fingernails can provide important information about your health? Read on to learn about how changes in the way your fingernails look could signal …
Prednisone and other corticosteroids - Mayo Clinic
Dec 9, 2022 · Corticosteroid medicines are used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), asthma, allergies and many other conditions. They also are used to prevent …
Long COVID: Lasting effects of COVID-19 - Mayo Clinic
Aug 23, 2024 · After any coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) illness, no matter how serious, some people report that symptoms stay for months. This lingering illness has often been called …