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Vol. 19, Issue 63 | August 6, 2018
 
THIS WEEK'S TOP STORIES  
 
Pet therapy: Animals as healers
Is medicine going to the dogs? Yes, but in a good way. See how pet therapy uses animals to help people cope with health problems and other issues.
 
 
Blisters: First aid  
Are your sandals or flip-flops rubbing you the wrong way? Painful blisters can make walking uncomfortable, so know how to drain them properly and prevent them in the first place.
 
     
 
EXPERT ANSWERS
 
Dieting? Beware of liquid calories
If you're counting calories these days, be sure to watch what you drink. Try these healthy tips.
Aspirin allergy: What are the symptoms?
Reactions to aspirin are common and occur within minutes to hours of taking the medication. Keep an eye out for these signs.
 
PLUS ADDITIONAL HIGHLIGHTS ...
Gastroparesis
Lip cancer
Sexual health and aging: Keep the passion alive
Nutrition facts: A guide to food labels
Video: Modified pushup
 
 
TRUSTED HEALTH TOOLS
 
Use our Symptom Checker to explore possible causes of your symptoms based upon Mayo Clinic's patient care experience.
 
Use these simple calculators and self-assessments for personalized health tips.
 
Heart disease risk calculator
Mayo Clinic healthy weight pyramid
 
 
MAYO CLINIC PRODUCTS & SERVICES
 
Easy, effective steps to reduce stress and discover happiness
Did you know your brain has mechanisms that actually cause stress and keep you from feeling happy? Renowned Mayo Clinic physician Dr. Amit Sood has created two resources based on neuroscience and psychology. These books empower you with proven methods that train your brain to be happier and handle stress more effectively in 10 weeks or less. Learn more.
 
 
Hundreds of slimming recipes!
The Mayo Clinic Diet is designed to help you lose 6 to 10 pounds in two weeks with recipes and meal plans.
 
 
HEALTHY RECIPES
 
Seared scallops
Thai peanut beef
Fried rice with mushrooms
 
HEALTH TIP
 
Hanging out with friends? Activity counts!
Finding it hard to fit exercise into your day? The key is to make fitness a way of life. Instead of meeting your friends at a restaurant or coffee shop, rendezvous at an indoor climbing wall. Or rent tandem bicycles for an afternoon adventure. Don't just remind your friends of the benefits of regular exercise — bring them along for the ride.
 
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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