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VOL. 7, ISSUE 43

October 24, 2006

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It's that time of year when little goblins and ghouls will be making the trick-or-treat rounds. Follow our tips to keep Halloween safe and kid-friendly. Also this week, find out why the bubble may have burst for the popular anti-aging supplement DHEA and what to do if you take it, learn about a new diabetes medication, and see what Mayo Clinic specialists have to say about sickle cell anemia, hot flashes and other health issues. And don't forget — you can submit your own health questions to our specialists.

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Skin care: Top 5 habits for healthy skin

Your skin needs regular care and attention to remain healthy and youthful. Follow these simple skin care practices and see the difference.

Cold sore

Cold sores are common and annoying. You can't cure or prevent them, but you can take steps to lessen their frequency and duration.

Laser resurfacing: Treatment for younger looking skin

Laser resurfacing treats wrinkles and minor facial flaws, but it does have limitations. Is this procedure your best bet for skin rejuvenation?

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Highlights

Halloween safety starts at home

There's nothing spooky about Halloween safety. Use these common-sense tips to protect your ghosts and goblins.

Eye exams: What to expect

Even if you have perfect sight, you need regular eye exams to check for diseases of the eye and changes in vision. Here's what to expect.

Infant formula: The next best thing to breast-feeding

Although breast milk is best, formula-feeding is perfectly acceptable. Here's help choosing the best formula for your baby.

Dry socket

The mere thought of this painful dental condition may make you wince. Learn how to prevent dry socket or treat it when it occurs.

Career advancement: Build a plan that limits stress

Thinking about the next move on your career path? Get some tips and explore your options to get ahead without falling victim to stress.

Health Alert

DHEA: Anti-aging supplement has no benefit, study finds

The popular supplement DHEA, sometimes promoted for anti-aging qualities, has no benefits, according to a study.

DHEA fails the anti-aging test

A Mayo Clinic specialist answers questions about DHEA.

Drug Watch

Januvia: New oral diabetes medication gets federal OK

Januvia, a new diabetes medication, enhances the body's ability to lower elevated blood sugar.

Featured Tools

Slide show: Office space ergonomics

Are you plagued by neck and back pain at work? Use this visual ergonomics guide to make your office space more comfortable.

Symptom Checker

Use this Symptom Checker to pinpoint possible causes of your symptoms.

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Attention women! Take advantage of our special offer to receive a copy of Mayo Clinic Women's HealthSource, America's most popular women's health newsletter, along with two bonus special health reports on weight control and arthritis with our compliments!

Healthy Recipes: Pumpkin Picks

Pumpkin soup

Pumpkin-hazelnut tea cake

For more recipes, visit our Healthy Recipes Center.

Ask A Specialist

Mayo Clinic specialists answer questions from readers

Peyronie's disease: Is shock wave therapy an effective treatment?

Positive rheumatoid factor blood test: What does it mean?

Sickle cell anemia: Will a warmer climate help?

Progesterone for hot flashes: Safe after breast cancer?

Beta blockers: Are they safe if you have asthma?

Submit your own question to our specialists.

Health Digest

A wrap-up of this week's other new and updated information

Growth plate fractures

Swimmer's ear

Ringworm of the body

Undescended testicle (cryptorchidism)

Geographic tongue

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what Mayo Clinic specialists have to say about sickle cell anemia, hot flashes and other health issues. And don't forget — you can submit your own health questions to our specialists. Thanks for subscribing. Sincerely, The staff at MayoClinic.com FEATURED CENTER Skin Skin care: Top 5 habits for healthy skin Your skin needs regular care and attention to remain healthy and youthful. Follow these simple skin care practices and see the difference. Cold sore Cold sores are common and annoying. You can't cure or prevent them, but you can take steps to lessen their frequency and duration. Laser resurfacing: Treatment for younger looking skin Laser resurfacing treats wrinkles and minor facial flaws, but it does have limitations. Is this procedure your

best bet for skin rejuvenation? For more information about these topics, visit the Skin Center. Books & Newsletters Is it Alzheimer's or simple aging? Get the latest information on Alzheimer's and other forms of memory loss and dementia — from diagnosis, to treatment, to help for family members and much more. Learn more with Mayo Clinic Guide to Alzheimer's Disease. Highlights Halloween safety starts at

home There's nothing spooky about Halloween safety. Use these common-sense tips to protect your ghosts and goblins. Eye exams: What to expect Even if you have perfect sight, you need regular eye exams to check for diseases of the eye and changes in vision. Here's what to expect. Infant formula: The next best thing to breast-feeding Although breast milk is best, formula-feeding is perfectly acceptable. Here's help choosing the best formula for your baby. Dry socket The mere thought of this painful dental condition may make you wince. Learn how to prevent

dry socket or treat it when it occurs. Career advancement: Build a plan that limits stress Thinking about the next move on your career path? Get some tips and explore your options to get ahead without falling victim to stress. Health Alert DHEA: Anti-aging supplement has no benefit, study finds The popular supplement DHEA, sometimes promoted for anti-aging qualities, has no benefits, according to a study. DHEA fails the anti-aging test A Mayo Clinic specialist answers questions about DHEA.

Drug Watch Januvia: New oral diabetes medication gets federal OK Januvia, a new diabetes medication, enhances the body's ability to lower elevated blood sugar. Featured Tools Slide show: Office space ergonomics Are you plagued by neck and back pain at work? Use this visual ergonomics guide to make your office space more comfortable. Symptom Checker Use this Symptom Checker to pinpoint possible causes of your symptoms. Books & Newsletters Attention women! Take advantage of our special offer to receive a copy of Mayo Clinic Women's HealthSource, America's most popular women's health newsletter, along with two bonus special health reports on weight control and arthritis with our compliments! Healthy Recipes: Pumpkin Picks Pumpkin soup Pumpkin-hazelnut tea cake For more recipes, visit our Healthy Recipes Center. Ask A Specialist Mayo Clinic specialists answer questions from readers Peyronie's disease: Is shock wave therapy an effective treatment? Positive rheumatoid factor blood test: What does it mean? Sickle cell anemia: Will a warmer

climate help? Progesterone for hot flashes: Safe after breast cancer? Beta blockers: Are they safe if you have asthma? Submit your own question to our specialists. Health Digest A wrap-up of this week's other new and updated information Growth plate fractures Swimmer's ear Ringworm of the body Undescended testicle (cryptorchidism) Geographic tongue For more of our reliable health information and tools, visit us at MayoClinic.com. Get updates via RSS. PLEASE DO NOT

REPLY TO THIS MESSAGE. For questions or comments, please contact Customer Service. Visit the Housecall subscription services page to SUBSCRIBE, UNSUBSCRIBE or CHANGE your e-mail address. Visit the Housecall archive to read past issues. Please feel free to forward this newsletter to a friend. Copyright 2006 Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, 200 First Street SW, Rochester, MN 55905. All rights reserved. Advertising and sponsorship policy

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