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Vol. 19, Issue 36 | May 3, 2018
 
THIS WEEK'S TOP STORIES  
 
Stroke: First aid
An easy way to remember the warning signs of a stroke is with the acronym FAST: Face, Arms, Speech and Time. Knowing what to look for could help save someone's life.
 
 
Complementary and alternative medicine  
Just how popular is complementary and alternative medicine? Nearly 30 percent of adults have tried it. From ancient healing systems to supplements, see what's involved.
 
     
 
EXPERT ANSWERS
 
Do cortisol blockers aid weight loss?
The makers of cortisol blockers claim that their products help you lose weight, but the evidence is slim at best.
Will an air purifier eliminate cigarette smoke?
Trying to avoid secondhand smoke? Find out why using an air purifier isn't your best bet.
Body weight training: Is it effective for strength training?
Try out this alternative form of strength training that can be a good addition to your fitness program.
 
PLUS ADDITIONAL HIGHLIGHTS ...
Slide show: Melanoma pictures to help ID skin cancer
Hand-washing: Do's and don'ts
Ingrown hair
Hiatal hernia
 
 
TRUSTED HEALTH TOOLS
 
Use our Symptom Checker to explore possible causes of your symptoms based upon Mayo Clinic's patient care experience.
 
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MAYO CLINIC PRODUCTS & SERVICES
 
Conventional remedies meet alternative therapies to transform health
Mayo Clinic Guide to Integrative Medicine is a comprehensive guide to understanding the latest alternative therapies and techniques that, when combined with conventional medicine, can reduce your health care costs and deliver life-changing results. Click here for more information.
 
 
The Mayo Clinic Diet online
Designed to help you lose 6 to 10 pounds in two weeks! Start with a personalized diet profile now.
 
 
HEALTHY RECIPES
 
Chicken burritos
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Mango salsa
 
HEALTH TIP
 
Hay fever: How to avoid triggers
If you have hay fever, the best thing you can do is to take steps to lessen your exposure to allergens, such as pollen and mold: 1. Close doors and windows during pollen season. 2. Use air conditioning in your house and car. 3. Avoid outdoor activity in the early morning, when pollen counts are highest. 4. Use a dehumidifier to reduce indoor humidity. 5. Use a high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filter in your bedroom.
 
Need practical advice on diet and exercise? Want creative solutions for stress and other lifestyle issues? Discover even more healthy lifestyle topics at MayoClinic.org.
 
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