Patient Online Education

Two good sources for health news on the Internet are WebMD and the Mayo Clinic. Current headlines from those sources are listed below. Make sure to discuss any medical questions or concerns with your physician. There is a lot of medical information on the Internet, but there is no better source of information for you than a one-on-one conversation with a health professional.

WebMD:

  • This Mutation Likely Saved a Colon Cancer Patient's Life - Mon, Mar 18, 2024
    His tumor had a specific genetic makeup known as mismatch repair-deficient, present in 5% to 10% of all rectal cancer patients, meaning he might qualify for a cutting-edge immunotherapy.
  • Stretching: How to Stretch, When to Stretch - Sun, Mar 17, 2024
    Should you stretch before or after a workout, and how should you stretch? WebMD talks to experts about stretching.
  • Doctors Wary of Young Adults Using Ozempic for Bikini Season - Fri, Mar 15, 2024
    With summer months approaching – and pressures that come with showing more skin – more and more young adults are looking to GLP-1 medications, like Ozempic, to get prepped for “swimsuit season.” But experts say there are critical things to consider before reaching for such medications, particularly for those struggling with body image issues.