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Peripheral artery disease affects 8-10 million people in the U.S., most over age 65. But it also affects younger people who have additional risk factors, such as diabetes, smoking, obesity and high blood pressure. Also, 30% of Black Americans will develop peripheral artery disease, compared to 20% each from non-Hispanic…

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I am 62 and recently had a physical. My doctor suggested that I should be screened for lung cancer. I used to smoke a pack of cigarettes a day but quit about a decade ago. I've not had any problems, so I'm wondering if this is necessary.…

A growing number of scientists is trying to help people reach a goal humans have been chasing throughout history: staying active and vital in old age

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I was diagnosed with an acoustic neuroma last year after I went to the doctor due to more frequent headaches. I read that surgery often is needed for these tumors, but my physician said I did not need to be treated. He suggested we reevaluate after imaging…

More than half of children in the U.S. ages 6 to 17 participate in sports. With participation also comes the painful reality of injuries that happen during gameplay.

Marc Marquez's recovery from his fourth arm surgery continues to go well, so he's now been cleared to get back on a bike once again in late August, 2022.

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I have two sons, ages 5 and 14. My eldest is always excited to start school and have new adventures. My younger son will begin kindergarten this year. Although he went to day care part time, he has begun to express concern about being away from me…

Where you live, what you eat and how much you drink may tell health care professionals more about your risk of developing kidney stones than you think.

Pals said they had been struggling to contact the Pop Idol star as he had not been answering their texts in the days leading to his passing on August 11.