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Mayo Clinic Health Matters

Mayo Clinic Health Matters

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Mayo Clinic Health Matters brings you the latest medical advice, news and research to help you live a happier, healthier life. Join host Kristen Meinzer in conversation with Mayo Clinic’s leading medical experts as she asks all the questions you’re eager to (or maybe even afraid to) ask, letting curiosity lead the way. Wondering if you might have ADHD? Or how your pet affects your health? Be part of an informative—and fun—discussion about one of the most important topics: your health. Biological Sciences Hygiene & Healthy Living Physical Illness & Disease Science
Episodes
  • Is the gut microbiome overhyped?

    Is the gut microbiome overhyped?
    Oct 13 2026
    The gut microbiome is one of the great medical discoveries of our time. It could revolutionize the way we treat GI issues, autoimmune diseases, obesity, neurodegenerative diseases and even mental health. But has the internet started getting ahead of what the science actually says? On this episode of Health Matters, gastroenterologist Purna Kashyap, M.B.B.S., helps us understand what the research says, what we're hoping to find out and the best way to invest in your gut health based on what we know so far. Find us online at Mayo Clinic Press for more health and wellness articles, podcasts and books. Do you have feedback, questions or topic suggestions? Email us at mcppodcasts@mayo.edu.
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    41 mins
  • What to do when you hear “you have cancer”

    What to do when you hear “you have cancer”
    Sep 29 2026
    No one wants to hear their doctor say "you have cancer." But if that happens, the conversation will affect your life for years to come. On this episode of Health Matters, medical oncologist Pooja Advani, M.D., pulls back the curtain on what those early conversations look like and gives us advice on how to handle such an overwhelming diagnosis. Find us online at Mayo Clinic Press for more health and wellness articles, podcasts and books. Do you have feedback, questions or topic suggestions? Email us at mcppodcasts@mayo.edu.
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    39 mins
  • Most strokes are preventable – here’s how

    Most strokes are preventable – here’s how
    Sep 15 2026
    Strokes seem sudden, but they can actually be years in the making. In fact, 80% of strokes are preventable. So what can you do today to help prevent a stroke further down the line? On this episode of Health Matters, we talk with radiologist David Miller, M.D., about the stroke risk factors you can control. Find us online at Mayo Clinic Press for more health and wellness articles, podcasts and books. Do you have feedback, questions or topic suggestions? Email us at mcppodcasts@mayo.edu.
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    42 mins
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