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Vol. 13, Issue 4
January 25, 2012 Dear Subscriber, Keeping track of needed vaccines — whether for adults or children — can be confusing. Get advice from Mayo Clinic experts on the cervical cancer vaccine and which vaccines adults and children need. Also this week, find out about acute sinusitis, whether you can take birth control pills indefinitely, bipolar disorder and more. Thanks for subscribing. Sincerely, The team at MayoClinic.com
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Featured Topic Vaccines Cervical cancer vaccine: Who needs it, how it works Wonder if your daughter needs the cervical cancer vaccine? Or if it's appropriate for you? Here's what you need to know about vaccination. Vaccines for adults: Which do you need? If you think you're too old for vaccines, think again. Check out the top vaccines for adults. Vaccines schedule for children Childhood vaccines offer protection from a variety of serious or potentially fatal diseases. Use this childhood vaccine guide to keep your child healthy. Books & Newsletters Understanding arthritis is the key to controlling it. That's why Mayo Clinic doctors developed this book — "Mayo Clinic Guide to Managing Arthritis," giving you 358 pages of practical guidance. Find answers to safer drugs, improved treatments and dozens of ways to reduce pain and stiffness. Get the information Mayo Clinic doctors and nurses share with their patients, and learn how you can take control. Order today! Highlights Acute sinusitis Acute sinusitis occurs when your sinus cavities become inflamed. Antibiotics, decongestants and corticosteroids may relieve pain and congestion and prevent development of chronic sinusitis. Diabetes and menopause: A twin challenge Diabetes and menopause may team up for varied effects on your body. Here's what to expect — and how to stay in control. Infant death: Grief and the path to remembrance Infant death causes heart-wrenching grief. A Mayo Clinic psychologist offers parents insight and hope. Low sex drive in women You're not alone. Many women experience a low libido at some point. Here's how to get your mojo back. Strength training: OK for kids? Strength training can put your child on a lifetime path to better health and fitness. Here's how to do it safely. Featured Tools Symptom Checker Foot pain? Headache? Sore throat? Skin rash? Use the Symptom Checker to find out what's causing your symptom. Did You Know? Mayo Clinic is a not-for-profit medical institution dedicated to patient care, education and medical research. Proceeds from advertising and the sale of Mayo Clinic books and newsletters support Mayo Clinic's mission. Share our passion for science and health. Please consider a gift to Mayo Clinic. Click here to donate. Now Playing: Video Heartburn and hiatal hernia Watch this video to learn about heartburn and hiatal hernia. Healthy Recipes Baked macaroni Pork chops with black currant jam sauce Pasta with spinach, garbanzos and raisins Best honey whole-wheat bread Now Blogging Living with cancer: Cancer and relationships — Tips for navigating change Living with diabetes: Teens with diabetes — Transitioning to adult care Nutrition-wise: Restaurant trends — What's on the menu for 2012? Stress: Dealing with loss Mayo Clinic's 'Alzheimer's Caregiving' Newsletter If Alzheimer's disease has touched your life, you need answers and guidance from a reliable source. Mayo Clinic offers a biweekly e-newsletter devoted specifically to issues and concerns related to caring for someone with Alzheimer's. Get medical insight from Mayo Clinic experts, and find tips from other caregivers for making day-to-day activities easier for yourself and your loved one. Join our FREE service today. Expert Answers with Mayo Clinic specialists Birth control pills: OK to take indefinitely? Curcumin: Can it slow cancer growth? Flat stomach: Can girdles tighten abdominal muscles? HPV infection: How does it cause cervical cancer? Neti pot: Can it clear your nose? Health Tip Of The Week Don't let your computer stare you down Many people blink less than normal when working on a computer, which can lead to dry eyes. The solution? Refresh your eyes by making a conscious effort to blink more often. Blinking produces tears, which can help moisten and lubricate your eyes. Need practical advice on diet and exercise? Want creative solutions for stress and other lifestyle issues? Try a daily dose of healthy lifestyle tips from MayoClinic.com. Receive the tips through your favorite RSS reader. Health Digest A wrap-up of this week's other new and updated information Bipolar disorder External compression headaches Genital warts Muscular dystrophy Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) For more of our reliable health information and tools, visit us at MayoClinic.com. PLEASE DO NOT REPLY TO THIS MESSAGE. For questions or comments, please contact Customer Service. If you no longer wish to receive Mayo Clinic Housecall, click here to unsubscribe: Unsubscribe. Or you may visit the Housecall subscription services page to SUBSCRIBE, UNSUBSCRIBE or CHANGE your email address. Visit the Housecall archive to read past issues. Please feel free to forward this newsletter to a friend.
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