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CDC's National Firefighter Registry for Cancer is Now the Largest in the Nation
Program invites all U.S. firefighters to join to enhance understanding of cancer risk
Mayo Clinic study finds chemotherapy before surgery improves survival in early-stage pancreatic cancer
ROCHESTER, Minn. — A Mayo Clinic study is providing new insights into how treatment sequence can affect survival in patients with early-stage pancreatic cancer, suggesting that many patients may benefit from receiving chemotherapy before surgery.  The findings, published in the JNCCN—Journal of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network, were based on more than 1,400 patients treated across […] The post Mayo Clinic study finds chemotherapy before surgery improves survival in early-stage pancreatic cancer appeared first on Mayo Clinic News Network.
Marriott foundations give $100 million to Mayo Clinic for healthcare transformation
ROCHESTER, Minn. — Mayo Clinic gratefully announces a gift of $100 million from The Bill and Donna Marriott Foundation and The J. Willard and Alice S. Marriott Foundation to support Bold. Forward. Unbound. in Rochester, Mayo Clinic's $5 billion investment in transforming healthcare through integrated digital and physical spaces. In recognition of their generous gift, […] The post Marriott foundations give $100 million to Mayo Clinic for healthcare transformation appeared first on Mayo Clinic News Network.
Mayo Clinic Q&A: What to know about pregnancy and heart valve disease
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I found out during my pregnancy that I have mitral valve stenosis. How common is valve disease, and what should I know about it? ANSWER: Valve disease affects how blood moves through the heart, and pregnancy is often a time when symptoms first appear or become more noticeable. Learning about a heart […] The post Mayo Clinic Q&A: What to know about pregnancy and heart valve disease appeared first on Mayo Clinic News Network.
Over four million girls still at risk of female genital mutilation: UN leaders call for sustained commitment and investment to end FGM
Joint statement by the UNFPA Executive Director, UNICEF Executive Director, UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, UN Women Executive Director, WHO Director-General, and UNESCO Director-General on the International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation In 2026 alone, an estimated 4.5 million girls – many under the age of five – are at risk of undergoing female genital mutilation (FGM). Currently, more than 230 million girls and women are living with its lifelong consequences.Today, on the International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation, we reaffirm our commitment to end female genital mutilation for every girl and every woman at risk, and to continue working to ensure those subjected to this harmful practice have access to quality and appropriate services.Female genital mutilation is a violation of human rights and cannot be justified on any grounds. It compromises girls’ and women’s physical and mental health and can lead to serious, lifelong complications, with treatment costs estimated at about US$ 1.4 billion every year.Interventions aimed at ending female genital mutilation over the last three decades are having an impact, with nearly two-thirds of the population in countries where it is prevalent expressing support for its elimination. After decades of slow change, progress against female genital mutilation is accelerating: half of all gains since 1990 were achieved in the past decade reducing the number of girls subjected to FGM from one in two to one in three. We need to build on this momentum and speed up progress to meet the Sustainable Development Goal target of ending female genital mutilation by 2030.We know what works. Health education, engaging religious and community leaders, parents and health workers and the use of traditional and social media are effective strategies to end the practice. We must invest in community-led movements – including grassroots and youth networks – and strengthen education through both formal and community-based approaches. We need to amplify prevention messages by involving trusted opinion leaders, including health workers. And we must support survivors by ensuring they have access to comprehensive, context-tailored health care, psychosocial support, and legal assistance.Every dollar invested in ending female genital mutilation yields a tenfold return. An investment of US$ 2.8 billion can prevent 20 million cases and generate US$ 28 billion in investment returns.As we approach 2030, gains achieved over decades are at risk as global investment and support wane. Funding cuts and declining international investment in health, education, and child protection programmes are already constraining efforts to prevent female genital mutilation and support survivors. Further, the growing systematic pushback on efforts to end female genital mutilation, compounded by dangerous arguments that it is acceptable when carried out by doctors or health workers, adds more hurdles to elimination efforts. Without adequate and predictable financing, community outreach programmes risk being scaled back, frontline services weakened, and progress reversed – placing millions more girls at risk at a critical moment in the push to meet the 2030 target.Today we reaffirm our commitment and efforts with local and global public and private partners, including survivors, to end female genital mutilation once and for all.
Mayo Clinic Minute: Are the yips just nerves or something more?
Almost every golfer has experienced it. You're lined up on the green for that perfect putt, when an easy tap-in shot is foiled by a mysterious twitch. Golfers refer to it as "the yips." And researchers at Mayo Clinic believe they've found a neurological cause to explain some instances. Jason Howland has more in this […] The post Mayo Clinic Minute: Are the yips just nerves or something more? appeared first on Mayo Clinic News Network.
(VIDEO) Heart disease in women: 4 things a Mayo Clinic cardiologist wants you to know
Editor's note: February is American Heart Month Heart disease affects women differently than men, and understanding those differences can be lifesaving. Dr. Sharonne N. Hayes, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist and leading expert in the field of women’s heart health, says progress in research, treatment and prevention has accelerated but women still need better information. Here are […] The post (VIDEO) Heart disease in women: 4 things a Mayo Clinic cardiologist wants you to know appeared first on Mayo Clinic News Network.
Preventive cholera vaccination resumes as global supply reaches critical milestone
First preventive campaign in over three years launches in Mozambique, with others planned in Bangladesh and the Democratic Republic of the Congo
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Tomorrow’s Cure: Obesity, behavior and the heart
This episode of "Tomorrow's Cure" delivers an American Heart Month discussion as the guests talk about heart health and how listeners can make improvements to their cardiovascular well-being at any age. Dr. Andres Acosta, gastroenterologist and obesity researcher at Mayo Clinic; Dr. Kevin Volpp, scientific lead for the Food Is Medicine initiative through the American Heart Association (AHA); and Nancy Brown, CEO of the AHA, offer perspectives on both the persistent challenges and emerging opportunities in cardiovascular health. Cardiovascular disease remains the leading […] The post Tomorrow’s Cure: Obesity, behavior and the heart appeared first on Mayo Clinic News Network.
Four in ten cancer cases could be prevented globally
Up to four in ten cancer cases worldwide could be prevented, according to a new global analysis from the World Health Organization (WHO) and its International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC). The study examines 30 preventable causes, including tobacco, alcohol, high body mass index, physical inactivity, air pollution, ultraviolet radiation – and for the first time – nine cancer-causing infections.
WHO launches 2026 appeal to help millions of people in health emergencies and crisis settings
The World Health Organization (WHO) today launched its 2026 global appeal to ensure millions of people living in humanitarian crises and conflicts can access health care.
Six years after COVID-19’s global alarm: Is the world better prepared for the next pandemic?
Progress made during the six years, since the declaration of COVID-19 as a Public Health Emergency of International Concern, in preparing for a future pandemic, and what remains to be done.
Behind the scenes of fan health: Mayo Clinic marks 25 years as WM Phoenix Open medical sponsor
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — As the WM Phoenix Open prepares to welcome hundreds of thousands of golf fans to TPC Scottsdale, tournament organizers and Mayo Clinic will offer media a behind-the-scenes look at the on-site medical operations that support one of the world's largest sporting events. Ahead of the 2026 tournament, Mayo Clinic — marking 25 […] The post Behind the scenes of fan health: Mayo Clinic marks 25 years as WM Phoenix Open medical sponsor appeared first on Mayo Clinic News Network.
Mayo Clinic Q&A: Diet tips during cancer treatment
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My husband has been diagnosed with cancer. I know his treatment will be hard on him, and I want to help in any way with his diet. What do you recommend for us? ANSWER: Cancer treatments can take a toll on a person's body. Your husband's treatment may cause nausea, changes in appetite, taste […] The post Mayo Clinic Q&A: Diet tips during cancer treatment appeared first on Mayo Clinic News Network.
Mayo Clinic offers newly FDA-approved robotic nipple-sparing mastectomy surgery
ROCHESTER, Minn. — Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center is expanding surgical options for patients undergoing treatment or risk reducing procedures for breast cancer through the adoption of robotic nipple-sparing mastectomy at its Minnesota and Florida campuses. Following recent Food and Drug Administration approval of the use of this platform and device for these procedures, Mayo […] The post Mayo Clinic offers newly FDA-approved robotic nipple-sparing mastectomy surgery appeared first on Mayo Clinic News Network.
Advancing epilepsy care: Mayo Clinic neurologist Dr. Gregory Worrell
Dr. Gregory Worrell shares how technological innovation is transforming the future of epilepsy care. The post Advancing epilepsy care: Mayo Clinic neurologist Dr. Gregory Worrell appeared first on Mayo Clinic News Network.
CDC Surpasses 1 Million Voluntary Air Travel Participants in Biosurveillance Program
CDC announced its Traveler-Based Genomic Surveillance program surpassed one million participants
Communities unite to address stigma and discrimination affecting people with neglected tropical diseases
Marking World Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) Day, the World Health Organization (WHO) warns that millions of people living with NTDs continue to face profound and often unseen suffering due to discrimination, social stigma and untreated mental health conditions. Under the rallying theme "Unite. Act. Eliminate.", WHO and partners urge governments to integrate mental health care into NTD elimination efforts, ensuring that no one is left behind in pain or isolation.
New year, new focus on health: Mayo Clinic expert highlights effective treatment options for obesity
ROCHESTER, Minn. — As the new year begins, people around the world resolve to improve their health. For some adults living with obesity, lifestyle changes alone may not be enough to treat the disease. Watch: Dr. Omar Ghanem discusses treatment options for obesity Journalists: Broadcast-quality sound bites are available in the downloads at the end […] The post New year, new focus on health: Mayo Clinic expert highlights effective treatment options for obesity appeared first on Mayo Clinic News Network.
New recall in Salmonella outbreak linked to dietary supplements containing moringa leaf powder
As of January 29, a total of 65 people in 28 states have now been reported