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Vol. 20, Issue 55 | July 09, 2020
 
THIS WEEK'S TOP STORIES  
 
Coronavirus travel advice
Are you considering rescheduling travel that you put off because of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)? Maybe you have work or family obligations that require you to travel. Get the facts about your travel options and learn how to protect yourself if you must travel.
 
Personal health records and patient portals  
Personal health records and patient portals make it easy to access your medical information using your computer or smartphone.
 
 
EXPERT ANSWERS
Graves' dermopathy: How is it treated?
Rarely, people with Graves' disease develop a skin condition called Graves' dermopathy (pretibial myxedema).
Genital herpes: Can you get it from a toilet seat?
It's unlikely you would get genital herpes or a similar infection from a toilet seat.
High-protein diets: Are they safe?
Considering a high-protein diet for weight loss? Understand the precautions first.
 
PLUS ADDITIONAL HIGHLIGHTS...
Video: How diabetes affects your blood sugar
Alpha-gal syndrome
Dermatomyositis
Radiation therapy
 
 
TRUSTED HEALTH TOOLS
 
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Discover 4 simple steps to live a resilient, joy-filled life!
The Mayo Clinic Handbook for Happiness is a great companion to The Mayo Clinic Guide to Stress-Free Living. Anchored in science, and accessible to everyone, this book focuses on building resilience to stress and difficulty through a simple four-step plan. Learn more.
 
 
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT
 
Living with uncontrolled seizures? You're not alone
If you are someone you know is living with uncontrolled seizures, connect with other patients with epilepsy. Join a conversation on Mayo Clinic Connect today!
 
 
HEALTHY RECIPES
 
Tomato-basil pizza
English cucumber salad with balsamic vinaigrette
Barley and roasted tomato risotto
 
HEALTH TIP
 
Treat acne-prone skin with care
Excessive scrubbing or washing can irritate your skin and actually make acne worse. So can using astringents and facial scrubs. Instead, wash problem areas with a gentle cleanser. To dry excess oil, try using an over-the-counter acne lotion that contains benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid.
 
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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