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Osteopenia is a medical condition characterized by a decrease in bone density which results in fragile bones susceptible to fractures. Several factors, such as genetics and aging, contribute to ...

The word osteopenia really means low bone mass. Well, what does that mean? Back in the early 1990s, the World Health Organization got together for the first time, and said how do we categorize people?

and about 100 had to be treated to prevent one radiographic fracture. Thus, cost-effectiveness should be factored into guidelines for treating osteopenia.

How to Choose the Best Hair Loss Treatment for You Finding the right hair loss treatment depends on the type and severity of your hair loss. With so many options available, it’s important to ...

In 1938, the Mayo Clinic faced its greatest challenge when Sister Joseph Dempsey, Dr. Charlie, and Dr. Will all died within a few months of each other. In spite of the passing all three leaders ...

ROCHESTER — Department-wide staffing changes, including layoffs in some cases, are happening at Mayo Clinic. Officials at Mayo Clinic describe the changes as a process to “grow and evolve its ...

Pleurisy, which is inflammation in the lining of your lungs (pleura) that causes pain when you breathe, doesn't always need treatment. But you should always see a doctor if you have chest pain ...

There are four main approaches to treatment—psychotherapy, antidepressant medications, neuromodulation, and lifestyle measures—and all address different facets of the disorder.

A Church of Ireland school in Mayo has said that it is fighting to survive what it calls "deeply unfair treatment" by the Department of Education. The Holy Trinity National School in Westport held ...

Anne Werpy rang a bell in late August, signifying her discharge from a recovery unit at Mayo Clinic in Rochester after her liver transplant. Werpy received her liver as part of a unique pairing ...