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Vol. 20, Issue 71 | September 2, 2019
 
THIS WEEK'S TOP STORIES  
 
Sexually transmitted disease (STD) symptoms
Reports of STDs in the U.S. are on the rise. In 2017 alone, there were almost 2.3 million cases of chlamydia, syphilis and gonorrhea, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Do you know the symptoms?
 
 
Childhood vaccines: Tough questions, straight answers  
If you've seen conflicting information online about vaccine safety, you're not alone. Russian trolls purposely sent mixed messages from 2014–17 to confuse and incense the public. Get the facts about how reliable vaccines truly are.
 
     
 
EXPERT ANSWERS
 
Heart rate: What's normal?
A normal resting heart rate for adults ranges from 60 to 100 beats a minute. Find out what it means if your pulse is above or below those numbers.
Conflicting mammogram results: What can I do?
Abnormalities found on screening mammograms don't necessarily mean that you have breast cancer. Keep this information in mind.
 
PLUS ADDITIONAL HIGHLIGHTS ...
Inflammatory bowel disease
Lice
Traumatic brain injury
Video: Abdominal crunch
Fish and shellfish recipes
 
 
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Is there a connection between diet and mental well-being?
Mayo Clinic and Arizona State University have collaborated to bring you an online nutrition course that will teach you about how getting proper nutrition can help your brain function, the effects of food on body and mind, and steps you can take to achieve a greater energy and enhanced well-being. Learn more.
 
 
HEALTHY RECIPES
 
Chicken sliders
Sauteed fresh corn
Braised kale with cherry tomatoes
 
HEALTH TIP
 
Fall prevention: Simple tips to prevent falls
Have you ever tripped down the stairs? Slipped on a rug? It may seem silly, but falls are nothing to take lightly. Here are tips to fall-proof your home:

1. Keep electrical cords out of walking paths.

2. Securely fasten carpet, rugs and carpet runners to the floor.

3. Keep walkways and stairways free of clutter.

4. Use nonslip mats in the bathtub or shower.

 
Need practical advice on diet and exercise? Want creative solutions for stress and other lifestyle issues? Discover even more healthy lifestyle topics at MayoClinic.org.
 
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